The Victorian Government has made sweeping amendments to the Sale of Land Act 1962 (Vic). The amendments provide additional purchaser protections and restrict the sale of property on ANZAC day.

The Retail Leases Amendment Bill 2019 (VIC) was introduced into parliament at the end of October, which aims to provide further clarity and certainty around tenant and landlord obligations under the Retail Leases Act 2003 (VIC).

The latest in a suite of legal reforms in Victoria to enable survivors of historical child abuse to seek justice through claims for compensation came into effect recently. By amendment of the Limitation of Actions Act 1958, survivors may apply to the Supreme Court to overturn previous judgments and re-open past settlements.

Expanded Short Stay Powers for Owners Corporations

With the increase in the popularity of Air BNB and other short stay providers, new legislation has sought to clarify Owners Corporations’ rights and powers against Short Stay Occupants and Short Stay Providers.

The Court of Appeal has dismissed an appeal by the State of Victoria which will open up access to general damages for survivors of intentional acts

The decision has significant implications, including that people who have experienced an injury as a result of an intentional act by another person at a premises can bring a claim in negligence against the occupier of that premises without the need to comply with Part VBA of the Wrongs Act 1958 to be eligible for an award of general damages.