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Here is a summary of the current laws in each State pertaining to the supply of alcohol to people under 18 (minors) by a parent or guardian in non-licensed premises (such as a private home).

ACT
Minors may legally consume alcohol on private premises under adult supervision. Click here for more. 

NSW
Only a parent or guardian, or someone authorized by a parent or guardian, may supply liquor to minors. Click here for more.

NT
It is illegal to sell or supply liquor to children under 18 years of age unless the person doing so is a responsible adult for the child and there is responsible supervision. A responsible adult is a parent, step-parent, guardian or person with parental rights and responsibilities for the child. Click here for more.

QLD
A parent, step-parent, or guardian must provide responsible supervision to minors when supplying them with alcohol for consumption in private places. Click here for more.

SA
It is not illegal for a person aged under 18 years to drink alcohol in a private residence. The adult supervising a young person drinking alcohol in a private home is legally considered the host, and as such is responsible for that person. Click here for more.

TAS
Parents or guardians may supply alcohol to teens under strict guidelines. Click here for more.

VIC
From 1 November 2011, it will be against the law in Victoria to serve alcohol in a private home to anyone under 18, unless their parent or guardian has given permission. Click here for more.

WA
There are no specific offences relating to the supply of alcohol in private premises to people under the age of 18 years. However, adults may be considered partially responsible for any outcomes resulting from young people drinking in their homes. Click here for more.