Government’s Circuit Breaker Lockdown
Please be advised that due to the Government’s circuit breaker lockdown, the Tribunal has moved to remote operations.
New Tribunal Officer List - Melbourne
In November 2020 the VOCA Act was amended to enable the Chief Magistrate to delegate powers to a new class of decision maker known as Tribunal Officers.
Remote Counselling
As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Tribunal is in a position to authorise payment for remote psychological or counselling sessions.
New Publications - Counselling and Funeral Expenses
On 8 February 2021 the Chief Magistrate issued new Practice Directions regarding Counselling Awards and the provision of Assessment Reports by non-treating practitioners. Please see links below for updated publications
Annual Report 2019-20 - Available Now!
The VOCAT 2019-20 Annual Report has been tabled and is now available online!
Victorian Government Recovery Road Map
The Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal is implementing the Government’s COVID Road Map across our Metropolitan Melbourne locations an
Melbourne Registry has moved!
The Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal Melbourne Registry has moved!
Our Registry is located at:
William Cooper Justice Centre
Chief Magistrate Practice Direction 4 of 2020
The Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal is committed to serving the community as we face COVID-19.
Changes to the Victims of Crime Assistance Act 1996
The Justice Legislation Amendment (Victims) Act 2018 has brought about the below changes to the Victims of Crime Assistance Act 1996: