A shortage of tradesman has contributed to homes taking longer to build and applicants fearing they would miss the HomeBuilder deadline. (ABC News: John Gunn)

Find information about how Victorian mid-July restrictions affect home and property maintenance, moving, renting, purchase and sale.

The federal government has extended its HomeBuilder scheme by an additional 12 months - applicants have been given an extra year to start construction to account for supply shortages caused by the pandemic. The extension would provide a lifeline to thousands of home owners struggling to qualify for the HomeBuilder grant.

Circuit breaker action

From 11:59pm on 12 February new circuit breaker actions will be in place to stop the spread of COVID-19 across Victoria.

With the extension of the Australian Government's HomeBuilder Grant program until 31 March 2021, the SRO (State Revenue Office) wants to reassure you there is no rush to apply before the year ends. This is because the previous application deadline of 31 December 2020 has been extended.

A short extract from Premier Daniel Andrews' speech on the upcoming COVID Safe Summer going forward regarding Auction densities.

Real estate: Inspections and auctions may operate with a density quotient of 1 person per 2sqm, subject to use of electronic record keeping. If not using electronic record keeping a density quotient of 1 person ...

HomeBuilder cash grants for housing construction projects has been extended until 31 March, 2021, but at a lower $15,000 amount.

The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted upon almost every industry including real estate. Here, we answer your Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) on what the coronavirus crisis means for sellers, buyers, renters and landlords.

Three month extension for construction commencement in Victoria.

In light of the introduction of Stage 4 restrictions in metropolitan Melbourne (effective from 2 August 2020) and Stage 3 restrictions in regional Victoria (effective from 5 August 2020), the Commissioner of State Revenue will exercise his discretion under the National Partnership ...

HomeBuilder provides eligible owner-occupiers (including first home buyers) with a grant of $25,000 to build a new home or substantially renovate an existing home.

HomeBuilder will assist the residential construction market by encouraging the commencement of new home builds and renovations.

Information on when and how you will be able ...