VBA is not going to save you
VBA is not going to save you!
To all those working in and around the building sector in Victoria…
WOW! Just wow!
A few months ago I posted on linkedIn that the ‘VBA is not going to save you’. I was referring to the fact that:
“VBA is never going to ensure that every house is defect free. That is not its role…”
However, this is material and new!
Whilst the IBAC searches and results are in part promising to hear…however this is really significant news (beyond the VBA board being replaced) and is not limited to one person (2 charged with a 3rd being investigated we are told), and this begs the questions…
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What has been going on at the VBA?
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What else might be uncovered?
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What needs to be done to investigate further?
This article is a general guide to the subject matter. Specialist advice should be sought about your specific circumstances.
Recent articles
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In 2024 - 25 VCAT had over 2000 building defect applications
That’s after those applications have been through DBDRV. So there are many more to come under the new regime.
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Are you a Victorian based building practitioner or property owner?
If YES, you need to understand the new domestic building laws! Due to take shape in just under 5 months! (1 July 2026).
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Positive housing market growth for 2026
This HIA article describes the positive housing market growth for 2026 in apartments as well as stand alone dwellings - which is great news!
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Morning all from Torquay!
Firstly, No, I’m not still on leave - just working from our Torquay Lawyers office today. What an amazing view.