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Builder collapse victims say nightmares continue under Victorian-run insurance scheme (www.abc.net.au)

submitted 5 months ago by MHLoppy@fedia.io to c/melbourne@aussie.zone

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In short: The Victorian Managed Insurance Authority (VMIA) has been accused of forcing families to accept the lowest-cost replacement builders following a string of building company collapses.

Homeowners say it has added to their distress, and left some hundreds of thousands of dollars out of pocket to rectify defects.

What's next? Couples who spoke to the ABC are pursuing challenges to VMIA's decisions.

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[–] Taleya@aussie.zone 2 points 5 months ago

Volume builders were also able to get access to Porter Davis's database, making it easier to desktop quotes.

Jesus fucking christ