Victorian landlords face mandatory licences and three-strike bans

Key points

• Victoria's Greens have called for landlords to need a licence to rent out homes, with a three-strike system leading to bans. The party says the policy would tackle dodgy landlords and make rentals more affordable.
• The same day, new state rental reforms took effect, including a requirement for landlords to warn renters before claiming on bonds.
• Industry groups warned the Greens' proposal could drive investors out of Victoria and reduce rental supply.