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flag A New Zealand pub lost outdoor seating after a licensing decision deemed it outside legal boundaries, sparking outcry over inconsistent enforcement and rigid rules affecting rural businesses.

flag A historic West Coast pub in Blackball, New Zealand, lost its outdoor seating after a licence renewal ruled the area outside the legal boundary, risking fines if used for drinking. flag The decision, despite the quiet roadside location and lack of safety issues, drew criticism for regulatory overreach. flag Officials noted similar outdoor dining is allowed in nearby Greymouth, highlighting inconsistent enforcement. flag The pub’s owner, a community staple, appealed the ruling, citing decades of safe use and the space’s social importance. flag The case underscores broader concerns about rigid alcohol licensing rules impacting small rural businesses, with calls for reforms to create fairer, risk-based regulations.

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