Campbell Newman wants to protect young Queenslanders's right to “sow their wild oats”. As long as they are safe.

The Premier was speaking about the right of young people to head out to the state's entertainment districts for a night of fun, something he says may be getting lost in the debate about alcohol fuelled violence and what to prevent it.

The campaign to crack down on drunken violence shouldn't infringe on young Queenslanders' right to go out for a night of fun, says Premier Campbell Newman.

Speaking to 612 ABC Brisbane, Mr Newman said he didn't believe earlier closing times for clubs and pubs was a “magic bullet solution” and those advocating it should think back to the “6 o'clock swill”.

"It won't deal with it,” Mr Newman said about curfews.