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When Victorian pensioner Gail secured housing, it was the ‘best day’ of her life. Then she was ordered to vacate

With the state government’s demolition of many public housing towers, some residents have been forced into insecure headleasing arrangements

The Guardian - AU · Oct 20

Melbourne tenant refused $65 rent hike; tribunal struck down her eviction notice

An elderly social housing tenant in Melbourne has had her eviction notice struck out after she continued paying her previous rent despite a weekly increase of about $65. The dispute began after HousingFirst took over several properties previously run by Glenloch. The tenant challenged whether the higher rent had been…

The Times of India · Sep 22

New laws in Victoria target online trolls and harmful tech designs. How will they work?

The Victorian government has announced it will introduce “nation-leading” laws to make technology companies accountable for preventing hate and keeping children safe.

The Conversation · Jul 20

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Victorian greyhound trainer avoids ban despite dog being found with cocaine in system

Tribunal decision on Geoffrey Dalton comes as advocacy group releases data showing 30 greyhounds have died at or after Victorian races this year

The Guardian - AU · May 28

AFL integrity unit to investigate Gold Coast Suns’ team manager over alleged links to gambling firm

Gold Coast Suns have made an assurance they are acting within AFL rules, despite a key dressing room figure’s alleged links to a bookmaking company

The Guardian - AU · May 9

McDonald’s to open on Melbourne street once dubbed ‘world’s coolest’ after winning legal challenge

Fast food giant cannot be denied on basis it doesn’t suit ‘vibe’ of location, tribunal finds

The Guardian - AU · Apr 27

Burgertory founder’s chant about Zionists at pro-Palestine rally incited hatred against Jews, tribunal rules

Hash Tayeh flags appeal to Victorian civil and administrative tribunal finding over phrase used at Melbourne rally last year

The Guardian - AU · Feb 27

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How to Dispute a Bond Claim in Victoria: A Renter’s Guide for End‑of‑Lease Cleaning

Are you moving out soon and worried about whether you’ll get your full bond refund?

inkl · Oct 29, 2025

Managing mould, housemates, and landlords: new research reveals sharehousing horror stories

Sharehousing has traditionally been a rite of passage for many young people and students in Australia, but is also increasingly common among all age groups.

The Conversation · Sep 23, 2025

I want my faulty earbud fixed. Should it cost less than replacing the pair?

With a growing e-waste problem, you’re right to pursue a repair, writes policy professional Kat George. Your consumer rights extend beyond a product’s warranty too

The Guardian - AU · Aug 11, 2025

What To Do When You're Not Happy With Your Body Corporate

When it comes to body corporate management, Australian property owners have a lot of choices. With so many body corporate companies to choose from, it can be hard to know which one is right for your property.

inkl · May 7, 2025

'Snakes and ladders': townhouse boost under new rules

One premier has fleshed out a government vision to make their state the "townhouse capital" of Australia, with a fresh plan to cut planning red tape.

AAP · Feb 25, 2025

From empty homes to dead possums, tenants reveal laundry list of problems in Victoria’s community housing

Renters and advocates warn of apartments left vacant despite a housing crisis, poor maintenance and a lack of transparency

The Guardian - AU · Feb 8, 2025

Our new puppy has health and behavioural issues. Can I ask the breeder to foot the vet bill?

If your pet has a heritable defect, you can ask the breeder to cover the ‘repair’, writes Australian policy professional Kat George. But the puppy’s behaviour is another matter

The Guardian - AU · Feb 2, 2025

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The Guardian - AU · Dec 9, 2024

Each time I leave a rental, my landlord withholds some of my bond. How can I defend my rights without legal action?

The stress and cost of dispute resolution can outweigh the loss of a bond, writes Australian policy professional Kat George. Here’s what you should do

The Guardian - AU · Dec 3, 2024

Pro-brumby activists racially vilified head of Indigenous group, Victorian tribunal finds

Exclusive: Yorta Yorta woman targeted in campaign by Barmah Brumby Preservation Group that included posters with racist slogans, Vcat finds

The Guardian - AU · Nov 13, 2024

Suspected postal vote tampering in two Melbourne council elections referred to police

Victorian Electoral Commission says high number of multiple returned votes detected in Knox and Whittlesea city councils

The Guardian - AU · Oct 17, 2024

Melbourne psychologist who had sexual relationship with client barred from practising for five years

Tribunal cancelled Jonathon Walker’s registration after it found ‘evidence of coercion’ towards vulnerable patient

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The Guardian - AU · Sep 18, 2024

Melbourne psychologist began sexual relationship with client and shared details on other patients, tribunal hears

Exclusive: Jonathon Walker moved the woman into a unit on his mother’s property, Vcat told

The Guardian - AU · Aug 12, 2024

Melbourne lawyer obtained more than $250,000 from will he urged cognitively impaired 91-year-old to sign, tribunal finds

John O’Brien received 15% of former client’s estate after encouraging her to sign will he drafted months before her death, Vcat finds

The Guardian - AU · Aug 8, 2024

Homeowner’s fake plastic grass wears out its welcome with council in Melbourne’s west

Maribyrnong city council orders West Footscray resident to rip up the artificial lawn in his front yard

The Guardian - AU · May 12, 2024

These Melburnians dreamed of a ‘communal approach’ to housing. The local council had other ideas

Victoria’s planning tribunal said the Eltham development ‘should have been supported’ as an ‘innovative approach’ to the housing crisis

The Guardian - AU · May 9, 2024

Melbourne GP deregistered for year after homophobic and anti-vaccination Facebook posts

Victorian tribunal also finds doctor’s communications with patients were inappropriate, discourteous and failed to provide confidentiality

The Guardian - AU · Apr 21, 2024

Restrictions on Victorian doctor accused of racist and homophobic remarks paused due to bulk-billing shortage

Vcat suspends Bendigo doctor’s supervision order over ‘significant financial imposition’ on one of region’s last bulk-billing clinics

AAP · Mar 14, 2024

Premier blasts nuclear plan as renewable appeals curbed

The Victorian government has moved to stop the not-in-my-backyard movement and other opponents from stalling renewable energy projects with tribunal appeals.

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