House Policy on Children at Canterbury
Canterbury is a family-friendly venue and we welcome children of all ages. To ensure that all of our customers have a comfortable, safe and enjoyable experience, Canterbury has a number of mandatory requirements and in-house rules in place for members/guests and their accompanying children when on our premises:
Guidelines:
- Children must be accompanied and supervised at all times whilst on Canterbury premises by a Responsible Adult.
- A “Responsible Adult” is a person over the age of 18 years of age and includes:
- A parent, step-parent or guardian of the minor;
- The minor’s spouse or de facto partner;
- A person standing in as the parent of the minor i.e. a grandparent, Aunty/Uncle or person in charge of an organised sporting or school group
- Regardless of whether Children are accompanied by a Responsible Adult, they are not permitted to be in Restricted Areas of Canterbury at any time in accordance with legislation and licensing restrictions. Restricted Areas include; the Bulldogs Sports Bar, the TAB, the Atrium Bar or the Gaming Floor area.
- Children are strictly prohibited from being sold, supplied or consuming alcohol in any form whilst on Club premises. Any child found to be in the possession of or attempting to purchase alcohol will be removed from Club premises.
- Children are not permitted to be in the Paragon Room (unless attending an event/function and accompanied by a Responsible Adult).
- Children are not permitted on Club premises between the hours of 12 midnight and 6:00am and (unless attending a member’s private event/function).
- Children are not permitted to enter the Club premises after 10:30pm each night.
- Children already on Club premises after 10:30pm may remain if they are dining in one of the Club’s restaurants or café’s and must vacate the Club immediately at the conclusion of their dining.
- Children may be permitted to enter the premises after 10:30pm for the purpose of attending special events as determined by Management.
- The use of the Bistro Play Area is restricted to children who satisfy the maximum height restriction of 145cm.
- Children must have footwear on at all times, with the exception of using the play equipment in the Bistro Play Area, where they must have socks on at all times.
- Bringing own food on to Club premises is prohibited, as there is a fully stocked kitchen/cafe with a wide variety of food and drink. Baby food is an exception.
- Patrons are advised that leaving children unattended in any part of Club premises (or in vehicles) is unacceptable conduct and may result in patrons being asked to leave the Club. Such breaches may also be subject to disciplinary action against the member/patron.
- The accompanying responsible adult is to ensure that their child behaves in an appropriate manner when on Club premises and refrains from behaviour which is likely to cause discomfort or inconvenience to other patrons. Such behaviour includes, but is not limited to, screaming, running around unsupervised between tables, swearing, intimidating, and pushing or fighting with other children.
Unacceptable behaviour of a Minor may result in the Minor and their accompanying Responsible Adult being asked to leave the Club premises.
RESPONSIBLE CONDUCT OF GAMING
To promote the Responsible Service of Gaming Canterbury League Club has a policy that complies with the various acts of Parliament that apply to the Registered Clubs Industry. This policy will be implemented for the benefit of our members, their guests and the community in general.
Canterbury League Club encourages responsible practices in advertising and promotions to ensure that the Club is not providing inducements to gamble. Signage to promote Responsible Gaming and where to seek help are posted in the gaming area and also throughout the Club. Canterbury League Club will not under any circumstances provide cash on credit cards or the cashing of cheques.
Members and/or visitors to Canterbury League Club have the right to exclude themselves from the Club. In order to provide support and advice, the Club’s Managers are trained to be a confidential point of contact for the club’s patrons, or the families of patrons, who believe they may have a problem with gambling. Canterbury League Club encourages those patrons who self-exclude to keep in contact with the Club so that the club can assist wherever possible.
Providing information and training to Club staff on problem gambling is essential. The concept of patron and employee care can help reduce problem gambling in the Club. The staff are trained to ensure discretion in matters involving problem gamblers.
DRESS REGULATIONS
Canterbury provides a comfortable environment where patrons are able to enjoy their surroundings and use of club facilities without disruption from others that are inappropriately dressed or behave in an unacceptable manner. To ensure patron compliance with these principles, standards have been set for dress and behaviour.
Acceptable Attire:
- Neat, clean and tidy casual wear (no large tears or holes)
- Tracksuits (top and/or bottom)
- Overalls and work boots (must be clean) up to 9.00pm.
- Football shorts/stubbies of modest length and appearance up to 9.00pm
- Dress sandals, boat shoes, and scuffs – up to 9.00 pm
- Casual and sports shoes to be worn with socks
- Dress shirts without collars (includes ‘T’ shirts)
- Clean and tidy Football jerseys at anytime
- Singlets and sleeveless shirts permitted in C-Life Health Club and whilst entering and leaving the Foyer.
- Caps are permitted to be worn in C-Life only
Unacceptable Attire (not permitted at any time):
- Barefeet or rubber thongs
- Untidy and/or dirty clothing or footwear
- Singlets or (excludes ladies apparel)
- Offensive motifs or imagery on clothing
- Gang patches or other insignia on clothing
- Swimwear or revealing clothing
- Helmets, hats, caps, beanies, and bandanas other than for medical or religious reasons (facial features must be visible).
- Offensive personal hygiene
General Regulations:
- Interpretation of the Dress Regulations is at the discretion of Duty Management. Patrons under 18 years old are permitted in certain areas (restaurants) of the Club however they must be in the company of a “responsible adult” at all times.
- Proof of Age and Residential Qualification are required for Temporary Members and Members’ Guests.
- Club Members are required to produce their Membership Card upon entry and/or when requested to do so by Duty Management.
- Management reserves the right to refuse entry to any person not conforming with licensing or club regulations.
- Patrons who are intoxicated, abusive, violent or quarrelsome will be requested to leave and may be subject to disciplinary action.
- Patrons requested to leave the Club by Duty Management must leave the premises immediately and not return within a 24 hour period or if deemed necessary may be suspended and subject to disciplinary action.