Your rights when renting — Victoria
As a tenant in Victoria, you have significant protections under the Residential Tenancies Act 1997. Your landlord cannot evict you without proper notice and a valid reason.
Key points
- You cannot be evicted without 60 days written notice (periodic tenancy)
- Landlords must give 24 hours notice before entering the property
- Rent can only be increased once per year with 60 days notice
- The property must be in good repair — if not, report it in writing
- You have the right to hang picture hooks and minor fixtures
- If you are being evicted unfairly, contact Swan Hill CLC: (03) 5032 3490
- The Tenancy Union of Victoria: 1800 068 689 is free and can help