Property Managers Conference

Getting Real 2026

What’s Changing in 2026: PRBS, VCAT processes and a lot more

Stay ahead of the changes shaping property management in 2026 at the REIV Property Managers Conference. This essential professional development event brings together industry experts to unpack Victoria’s major rental reforms, PRBS requirements, VCAT process changes and more, with a clear focus on what these changes mean for your day to day operations.

Designed to be practical, relevant and actionable, the program will equip you with compliance guidance, operational strategies and leadership insights to help protect your business, support your clients and adapt with confidence as the regulatory landscape continues to evolve.

Attend with your team to gain a shared understanding of what’s changing in 2026 and leave prepared to navigate the year ahead with clarity and assurance.

Group Bookings: Bring your team with you and save! Purchase 5 or more tickets for a 20% discount. Please contact events@reiv.com.au for group bookings.

Hybrid Option: Limited number of hybrid tickets are available for regional members who are unable to attend in person. To express your interest, please contact the events team at events@reiv.com.au

Why Attend?

Hear directly from Consumer Affairs Victoria and VCAT on key regulatory updates.
Gain practical insights from industry professionals through real world case studies.
Connect with fellow property managers and strengthen your professional network.

This full day event includes Morning Tea, Lunch, Afternoon Tea and post event Networking Drinks.

Date: Thursday 19 March 2026

Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Location

REIV HQ

617 Victoria St, Abbotsford VIC 3067

Price

Member Price: $275 inc. GST
Non-Member Price: $385 inc. GST
Staff Subscriber Price: $305 inc. GST

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Schedule

Rental Reform Briefing - Consumer Affairs Victoria (CAV)

Get authoritative guidance on the reforms effective from 31 March 2026, including:

The new standardised rental application form
Changes to rent review requirements
The ban on third-party rent technology fees
Additional matters to be considered in rent reviews and what each change means for your compliance, systems and workflows.

Portable Rental Bonds Scheme (PRBS) - CAV

Hear the latest on how the Portable Rental Bonds Scheme will operate, including:

How the scheme will work in practice
Costs and financial implications
What you need to do to prepare your business and your clients.

VCAT Update: What’s Changing and How to Prepare

Receive an up-to-date briefing on evolving VCAT processes, navigating myRDRV and MyVCAT, and how to strengthen your preparation, documentation and case management.

Panel: Navigating Victoria’s Rental Reforms

Property managers share real-world insights on how businesses and individuals can prepare, adapt and remain resilient through reform.

Business Inspiration Session

Be inspired by Matt Jones, Creative Strategist and Co-Founder of Four Pillars Gin, as he shares lessons on building strong brands, leading through change and sustaining performance in challenging environments.