ClubCOLLECTIVE December 2025
As we head into peak season, it is more important than ever for clubs to review, update, and reinforce their compliance frameworks across all areas of operations. The Christmas period brings increased patron activity, more events, higher staff workloads, and elevated risk across HR, Work Health and Safety, and Liquor and Gaming operations.
Taking a proactive approach now helps protect your people, your patrons, and your organisation’s reputation. At Barringtons, we continue to support clubs in strengthening their HR, WHS, and compliance practices, ensuring they are equipped to manage the unique demands of the festive season.
This time of year often highlights gaps in policies and procedures, particularly those relating to conduct, responsible service, safety protocols, and incident response. A clear, up-to-date framework ensures managers and staff understand expectations, know how to escalate issues, and feel confident acting swiftly and appropriately.
Clubs should prioritise reviewing key documents including the Gaming Plan of Management (GPOM), Venue Plan of Management (VPOM), WHS systems, and supporting policies and procedures. Ensuring these documents are current and effectively communicated reduces operational risk and supports safer, more consistent decision-making throughout the busiest months of the year.
To support venues in meeting these requirements, Barringtons has launched VenueReady, an all-inclusive compliance and reporting digital platform purpose-built for hospitality and gaming venues.
Designed to simplify compliance management, streamline daily operations, and strengthen reporting accuracy, VenueReady brings essential tools together in one central, easy-to-use system.
Barringtons is here to help your club navigate this critical time of year. Whether you require policy updates, training, assistance with investigations, or a full compliance review, our team can provide tailored support to ensure your club is prepared, protected, and operating with confidence throughout the festive season and beyond.
Contact Information
Name: Talia Reedy
Title: Group Marketing Lead
Mobile: 02 9899 0600
Email: talia@barringtons.com.au
Website: https://barringtons.com.au
