18/06/2026
Victorian property owners are set to see major changes to domestic building protection from 1 July 2026, when the new Home Warranty scheme begins.
The reforms represent a significant shift from the previous Domestic Building Insurance model, with eligible owners expected to have access to stronger protection where domestic building work is incomplete, defective or non-compliant.
While the changes are a positive step, warranty matters, building defects and overlapping insurance issues can still be complex. Understanding which pathway applies, who is responsible and how different protections may respond remains important.
Read more in our latest Insights article:
https://whitbread.com.au/home-warranty-changes-in-victoria-what-property-owners-need-to-know/