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Firearms Act 1996

VCAT can review certain decisions of the Victoria Police Chief Commissioner and the Firearms Appeals Committee made under the Firearms Act 1996.

Victims of Crime (Financial Assistance Scheme) Act 2022

Road Management Act 2004 (review and referrals)

VCAT can review certain decisions made by a road authority under the Road Management Act 2004. Under this Act, we can also hear cases on referral.

Major cases

Learn about how you can apply to be heard as a major case in a planning dispute at VCAT.

Family violence support

If you are aware of a family violence issue, tell the family violence support worker. They will work with the protected person to ensure safety at the hearing and access to justice.

After you apply - Building and construction disputes

After you’ve applied to VCAT, it’s important to understand what you need to do and what happens next.

Children Youth and Families Act 2005 (Child Welfare Matters)

VCAT can review certain decisions made under the Children, Youth and Families Act 2005, usually where a child or the child’s parent applies.

VCAT can review certain decisions made by the Victorian WorkCover Authority under the Dangerous Goods Act 1985, the Dangerous Goods (Explosives) Regulations 2011, and the Dangerous Goods (Transport by Road or Rail) Regulations 2008.

Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004

VCAT has power to review some decisions made by the Victorian WorkCover Authority under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004.

Freedom of Information Act 1982

VCAT can review decisions made under the Freedom of Information Act 1982.