Police kicked teenagers out of an all-ages event during a liquor licensing crackdown at a Civic club on the weekend.
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Officers from ACT Policing's regional targeting team found the group of under-aged teens as they inspected the Magpies City Club, on Bunda Street, on Saturday night.
Police went to the adult-only venue after they found out it was hosting a function advertised as an all-ages event.
Young people are only allowed to be at the club if they're with a parent or guardian.
Police found 11 unaccompanied teenagers under the age of 18 and contacted their parents to take them home.
Access Canberra officers from WorkSafe ACT, Liquor Compliance, Environment Protection and the ACT Gambling and Racing Commission were also part of the inspection.
The ACT Gambling and Racing Commission will investigate potential breaches of gaming laws related to guests not being signed in by a member.
WorkSafe ACT also identified several safety issues as a result of the operation and told the club about them.
Police will prepare a brief of evidence against the club for offences under the liquor act.
The case is expected to go before the ACT Civil and Administrative Tribunal.
