Exposed | A $20 Million Government Housing Oversight Revealed!

In this critical episode, we delve into a troubling revelation uncovered by an ABC investigation regarding a $20 million government housing project linked to a collapsed residential construction company ( Shangri-La Construction ). This story not only highlights systemic failures but also raises profound questions about the integrity of due diligence processes within governmental acquisitions.

🏗️ Deep Dive into a Disturbing Deal:
After reading the ABC article about the Victorian government's purchase of a building constructed by a company with dubious links to a liquidated builder, we decided to investigate further. What we found is both shocking and deeply unfair. Plagued with problems, the building is now under scrutiny by the Victorian Building Authority (VBA), which suspects non-compliant building work.

📉 A Cascade of Failures:
This episode explores the complex web of relationships and poor regulatory oversight that allowed a known problematic constructor to engage in a major government project. We will dissect how these oversight failures not only jeopardised the structural integrity of the building but also threatened the financial security of innocent homeowners.

🚨 Government and Watchdog Accountability:
We question the due diligence claimed by the state government and examine the actions (or inactions) of the VBA. The implications of this case extend beyond just this building, suggesting a systemic issue within the state's approach to managing and regulating public housing projects.

💥 A Call to Action:
This isn't just about exposing flaws; it's about demanding change. Your support and engagement are crucial as we advocate for reform in the building industry. By understanding these issues and demanding accountability, we can work towards a future where such oversights are not just improbable but impossible.

👥 Join the Discussion:
We urge you to share your thoughts and experiences. Have you been affected by similar issues? Your stories are powerful and can help drive the need for systemic reform.

🙏 Thanks for Your Support:
We thank you in advance for your continued support. Only with your help can we hope to influence meaningful change in the building industry, making our lives safer and more secure.

🔗LINKS:
-5 December 2019
Shangri-La Pty Ltd v Kingston CC [2019]n VCAT 1871

-18 July 2022
Apartment owners sound alarm over alleged building defects
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2022-07-1...

-7 Nov 2022
Builder facing legal action over alleged defects awarded $22,000 government grant
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2022-11-0...

-31 March 2023
Shangri-La Construction Pty Ltd In Liquidation

-September 12, 2023
77 homeowners facing financial ruin as they discover major government oversight after builder goes bust
https://www.news.com.au/finance/busin...

-7 May 2023
   • Dodgy builders leaving families homel...  
https://9now.nine.com.au/60-minutes/v...

-8 May 2023
https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/news/news/...

-11 May 2023
https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/news/news/...

-12 September 2023
Collapsed builder leaves staggering defects in Victorian apartment block
https://www.news.com.au/finance/busin...

-24 August 2023
Director Held Personally Responsible For $1.2 Million Cladding Repair Costs In Victoria
https://harwoodandrews.com.au/news-ha...
May 28 2024

Victorian government spends $20m on affordable housing block linked to liquidated builder
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-05-2...


🎥 Chapters:

INTRO: 00:00:00
Inside Home: 00:05:49
Roof: 00:13:41
Interview: 00:30:04