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Celebrating 25 years of VCAT

Celebrate VCAT's 25th anniversary with a look at our past, present and future.

Planning hearings and compulsory conferences at suburban VCAT venues

Some planning cases will now be heard at VCAT locations outside the Melbourne CBD, specifically at Bundoora, Frankston and Oakleigh.

Residential Tenancies timing update

If you have a residential tenancies application involving bond, compensation or pet issues, see below for when to expect a hearing. 

VCAT to clear residential tenancy backlog by end of 2024

The VCAT Backlog Recovery Program now seeks to eliminate the Residential Tenancies List backlog by the end of 2024, which largely consists of disputes involving bond, compensation or pet issues lodged before 1 October 2023.

2022-23 Annual Report tabled to Parliament

VCAT has tabled its annual report for the 2022/23 financial year. We would like to take this opportunity to celebrate the many achievements and milestones of the last year, which has featured positive outcomes and significant challenges. 

myVCAT – new portal for goods and services claims launches

VCAT has reached a significant milestone today with the launch of the first phase of myVCAT, a new online portal designed to improve the community’s access to information and a new online application form.

Effect of third party exemptions on 'omnibus' permits at VCAT

13 December 2023

Reminders for efficient processing of emails

To ensure your application proceeds as quickly as possible, here are a few reminders when emailing the Planning and Environment Division:

VCAT fees updated on 1 July 2024

Some fees for VCAT services increased on 1 July 2022, in line with Victorian Government policy.

Strategic Directions 2024-27 released

VCAT is pleased to launch our strategic direction, Towards Excellence.