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What decisions were made in cases like mine?

You can read written decisions made in cases like yours online on the Austra

What does VCAT stand for?

VCAT stands for Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal.

What do I say at VCAT?

We can’t give you legal advice or tell you what to say at VCAT. We can give you these tips:

What do I do if I have resolved my dispute before my mediation or hearing?

If you resolve your dispute before you attend a mediation or hearing, the applicant needs to notify VCAT and all other parties in writing.

What do I do if I haven’t received documents?

If you haven’t received documents that the other party is using to support their case within seven days, contact them directly to ask for a copy.

What hearing fees apply when there is more than one party who makes an application or claim in my case?

Whenever you put in an application, you may be required to pay a hearing fee. This includes when you make a counterclaim.

What happens if I can’t come to VCAT?

If you can’t come to VCAT in person or on the scheduled date for a serious reason (for example, you have a disability, are away or unwell) you have

What to do when things change

How to settle before VCAT, change or withdraw your application, change a hearing date.

What happens if we come to an agreement before attending VCAT?

You can contact the other party (or they can contact you) at any time to try to come to an agreement before the hearing.

What if a witness won’t come to VCAT?

You may be able to force a witness to come to VCAT or give us a document if that person refuses. This is called a ‘summons’.