The Police Association has called for the Office of Liquor, Gaming and Racing to be abolished because it has failed to stop the city from descending into an alcohol-fuelled ''bloodbath'' after dark.

A bitter rift has developed between frontline emergency workers and the licensing authority, with Police Association president Scott Weber revealing he has not met with the office for more than two years because he has little faith in its commitment to cleaning up the city.

Vocal: Scott Weber wants licensing courts. Credit:Domino Postiglione

Matthew Blackmore, a 33-year-old finance worker, became the latest victim of unprovoked violence on George Street when he was king hit in the early hours of Sunday morning.

He was punched in the back of the head by a stranger as he was waiting for a taxi after a night out in the city.