Victoria's 2027 Rental Energy Efficiency Standards: What Every Landlord Needs to Know
From March 2027, Victoria's new energy efficiency standards begin rolling out across rental properties. Most rules trigger at lease renewal — not the deadline date. Here's what's required, when, and how to plan ahead.
New Victorian Laws Give VCAT More Power to Reject Rent Increases — What Melbourne Landlords Need to Know
From 31 March 2026, VCAT and Consumer Affairs Victoria can reject rent increases on non-compliant Melbourne rentals. Here's exactly what changed and why a non-compliant property is now harder to defend in a rent review.
