Founded for community benefit in 1961 following an end to prohibition, the Oamaru Licensing Trust is the proud owner of several high quality establishments in Oamaru including The Brydone Hotel, Sports Central Brewhouse, Liquorland Oamaru and North Star Motels Restaurant & Bar.
The Trust has a locally elected board who represent the Oamaru, Corriedale and Waihemo wards.
The Oamaru Licensing Trust is managed by Cathy Maaka and employ around 80 staff.