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Preliminary hearings

Preliminary hearings are held only for some cases. We hold preliminary hearings to resolve issues that need to be decided on before the final hearing.

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I need a refund

If you didn’t get the product you paid for, there are laws to protect you. Rachel came to VCAT because she wanted to get a refund.

Reviews and rehearings

If you or your representative had a reasonable excuse for not attending the hearing, you can apply for a rehearing.

Compensation on acquisition of an interest in land

You can apply to VCAT if you are an acquiring authority or you have an interest in land that is being acquired and you do not agree with the compensation amount being claimed or offered or if there has been no offer or claim made.

If you can't come to VCAT

Missing your date with VCAT means you won’t get the chance to have your say in the dispute, and VCAT may make a decision that affects you. Understand what your options are if you can’t come.

Join a VCAT case - Residential tenancies

If you want to get involved in a VCAT case about a rental agreement, find out what your options are and what you need to do.

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Consent orders

A consent order is a legal document issued by VCAT to confirm an agreement between the parties.

Privacy at VCAT

Understand how we store information and what is available to the public.