VCAT at Victoria Law Week 2026

Published 7 May 2026

Victorian Law Week runs from 18 to 24 May 2026, and VCAT is participating in 3 events designed to help Victorians better understand their rights and how the tribunal works. Whether you're a renter, a rental provider, a student, or simply curious about the justice system, there's something for you.

Resolving Residential Tenancy Disputes

Monday 18 May - Online

Residential tenancy issues are among the most common legal challenges faced by Victorians. In 2025, VCAT introduced Rental Dispute Resolution Victoria (RDRV), a new fast, fair and free way to resolve many tenancy disputes. In this online session, VCAT leaders and the Warren Centre for Civil Justice at Monash University will discuss how RDRV operates and what it means for renters, rental providers and the broader community. There will be an opportunity to ask questions.

This session is free and open to everyone.

Inside the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal

18, 20 and 22 May - In person, 308 La Trobe Street

VCAT is opening the doors to its new home at 308 La Trobe Street for free 60 minute guided tours. VCAT staff will guide participants through purpose-built spaces including public waiting areas, mediation rooms, hearing rooms and on-site support services. The tour will also highlight how First Nations art, culture and language have been woven throughout the venue. Each tour concludes with a question-and-answer session.

Tours are open to everyone, and no prior knowledge of the legal system is needed.

Book your spot on the Victorian Law Week website

Complaints about Residential Tenancy and Intervention Order Matters

Available on demand

This session is presented by the Judicial Commission of Victoria, an independent body established to investigate complaints about the conduct of judicial officers and VCAT members. The session explains what conduct standards are expected of judicial officers, what kinds of complaints the Commission can investigate, and the common reasons why complaints, particularly those relating to tenancy and intervention order decisions, are dismissed. This is a useful session for anyone who has been involved in a VCAT proceeding and wants to better understand the complaints process.

No registration is required.

Watch on the Victorian Law Week website

All events are free. Visit viclawweek.org.au to browse the full Victorian Law Week 2026 program.