In Western Australia, the town of Williams is often characterized by its tranquility.
However, a local pub has faced a $7500 fine following CCTV footage that uncovered an unlawful party featuring naked patrons dancing on the bar and helping themselves to drinks.
The Liquor Commission determined that the owners of the Williams Hotel had acted irresponsibly after the local footy grand final in September of last year.
While the hotel possessed an extended trading permit valid until 11pm, the CCTV captured footage of patrons drinking long past that hour and appearing quite intoxicated. Nudity was also evident in the same recording.
Yet, does it really matter? Nobody was harmed, and what’s the issue with nudity? It all took place behind closed doors, so minors weren’t privy to any frolicking. If one cannot ‘frolic’ on the day of the grand final, then when can they?
by John Jackson
