A Christchurch-based company has had its application for a liquor licence to operate a bottle store in Timaru declined. READ MORE:* Liquor licence applicant faces criticism for 'past behaviour'* Application for bottlestore at Washdkye draws opposition* Thirsty Liquor Tokoroa loses licence after 'systemic' non-compliance with labour lawsBejon Haswell/Stuff The proposed bottle store was going to be located next to Flip Out in Washdyke. In particular, there was concern about his role as a bottle store manager for Nekita Enterprises Ltd director Harjit Singh. Harjit Singh and his company Nekita Enterprises was fined a combined $125,000 for paying bottle store staff less than the minimum wage and failing to keep vital employment records. Bejon Haswell/Stuff Alcohol Action South Canterbury spokesperson Dennis Veal and Alison Gray pictured at the liquor licence hearing at the Timaru District Council on Monday.

Source: Stuff February 26, 2021 02:03 UTC