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You can also get in touch with Tenants Victoria for more resources.
Know your rights with tenancy support.
Rent conditions, rent rises, or landlords may cause household rental stress. If you're struggling to pay rent and are worried you might lose your housing or want to know your rights as a tenant, we can help.
Tenant advocacy
Standing up for your rights as a tenant.
Good tenant advice can make the difference between keeping your home and homelessness.
Our tenant advocates can help you:
- Know your rights as a private or public/ community housing tenant
- Prevent rental discrimination or unfair rental increases
- Break a lease in a situation where you feel unsafe
- Claim back your bond
- Prepare you for a case with the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT).
Who can access housing advocacy services?
You can access helpful tenants advice in Victoria if you are experiencing any of the below:
- Are based in Eastern, North and Western Metropolitan Melbourne
- Live in public or community housing that's part of the Victorian Housing Register (including room or boarding housing)
- Have a private tenancy issue
- Are facing possible eviction
- Are low income
- Are experiencing family violence
- Are keen to access free support through these voluntary programs.
