Why register your pool or spa?

New swimming pool and spa laws were introduced by the State Government in 2019 to enforce safety barrier standards and reduce the number of deaths by drowning among young children.

The new laws require your private pool or spa to:

1. be registered with your local council
2. provide proof that you're complying with existing safety barrier standards

You are responsible for ensuring your private pool or spa remains compliant at all times.

Which type of pools and spas need to be registered

Swimming pools and spas need to be registered. What is the definition of a swimming pool or spa?

When to register by?

Existing pools or spas must be registered by 01 November 2021.
New pools or spas must be registered within 30 days of completion.

Failure to register in time may result in fines or legal action.

How much does it cost

The registration cost depends on when your pool or spa was built. The fee includes:

• administration costs
• Information search fee for pools and spas construction prior to 1 June 2020 (only for existing)

View our full list of fees

How to pay

Pay by credit card. This fee must be paid at the time of online registration.

How to register your pool or spa

1. Create an account
2. Register your pool or spa

Register now

Otherwise, contact us.

What happens next?

After you have registered your pool or spa, you'll need to:

• Get your pool or spa certified by a registered inspector to provide you with a certificate of compliance
• Lodge the certificate of compliance with us within 30 days of its issue date.
• Continue to maintain your pool or spa barrier. You'll need to submit a new certificate of compliance to us every four years.
• Let us know if your pool or spa is removed

The State Government has a zero tolerance approach to any owners not committed to ensuring adequate water safety for young children. Significant penalties apply if a matter is brought before the court.

How to cancel a pool or spa registration

If your pool or spa no longer exists, you can remove your pool or spa from our records.

Why do you need to register your business?

In Victoria, you need to register any accommodation business with your local council.

We check that your business aligns with the Public Health and Wellbeing (Prescribed Accommodation) Regulations 2020 and any other standards to ensure that you:

• meet hygiene, maintenance and other standards and requirements
• minimise public health risks from the shared use of facilities, high turnover of occupants and/or overcrowding.

What is an accommodation business?

Any home based or commercial business that includes these services is considered an accommodation business:

• hotels and motels
• hostels
• student dormitories
• holiday camps
• caravan parks
• bed and breakfast accommodation
• rooming houses
• residential accommodation (does not apply to an Air B&B where the house is under exclusive occupation).

How much does it cost?

View full list of fees

What happens next?

• We will issue contact you and issue an invoice once we receive your application.
• Once you have been registered, we will conduct an annual inspection to ensure your business meets the requirements under Public health and wellbeing regulations. We will also offer ongoing advice and education.
• If you change your business activity, contact us as this may affect your risk rating.

How to cancel your registration?

To cancel your registration, email your closure advice to manningham@manningham.vic.gov.au. Include in the email:

• the proprietors name
• the proprietors address and
• if you can get a refund, the bank account details (BSB and account name).

Can you get a refund?

You can get a refund if your business is closing permanently. We do not issue refund for the transfer of a 'Registered Premises' to a new operator. 

The amount of the refund depends on when we receive your closure advice email.

• before 1 April - we refund 50% of the paid registration fee
• before 1 July - we refund 25% of the paid registration fee
• after 1 July - no refund available. 

Related links

• Public Health and Wellbeing (Prescribed Accommodation) Regulations 2020 (Department of Health)

In Victoria, you need to register these activities with your local council:

• any home or commercial business selling food or drink
• any place where food is prepared, sold, or provided as part of a service.

We check that your business meets the Food Act 1984 and Food Safety Standards so the food you sell is safe to eat.

What is a food business?

Any home or commercial business that includes these services is considered a food business:

• cafes
• restaurants
• home business kitchens
• mobile food vehicles
• catering
• food stalls
• grocers
• supermarkets
• child care centres
• aged care facilities
• any businesses that offers or distributes food for sale

What risk rating is my business activity?

Your food safety risk is set by your food handling activities at the premises.

Classes 1, 2, 3 and 3A must register, Class 4 must notify your local council.

For more information on your risk rating visit the Department of Health website.

How much does it cost?

View full list of fees

​​​​​​Can you get a refund?

You can get a refund if you request to cancel your registration.

The amount refunded depends on your closure date.

• before 1 April - we refund 50 per cent of the paid registration fee
• before 1 July - we refund 25 per cent of the paid registration fee
• after 1 July - no refund given.  

Congratulations on your new best friend. Now that you have got your pet, you will need to register your microchipped pet with us.

Registering your pet lets you reunite with them quickly if they ever get lost.

When do you need to register?

Before your pet reaches three months (12 weeks) of age you need to:

1. microchip your pet with a vet and 
2. register them with us. 

You can only register your pet after they have been microchipped. 

Why does your pet need to be microchipped?

A microchip is a small computer chip about the size of a grain of rice - implanted just under your pet's skin between the shoulder blades at the back of the neck. It is a common, safe and painless procedure that takes a few seconds. Each microchip has a unique number that can be detected with a microchip scanner. 

A microchipped pet allows us to easily identify your pet to safely return to you if they become lost or stray. Always keep your contact details up to date. 

If you need an exemption from microchipping, you have to provide proof from a vet documenting why your pet's health would be harmed by the procedure.

Learn more

How much does registration cost?

Pet registration fees vary depending on your pet's circumstances. Check below if you are eligible for a discounted registration fee. 

Discounts also apply pets who are:

• desexed (see above fee table)
• over 10 years (see above fee table). 
   

How to register your pet

Complete an application for each pet you are registering. Check if you need to apply for an excess animal permit.

To register a pet, you will need:

• your pet’s microchip number
• proof of desexing (desexing certificate) where appropriate
• a copy of pension concession card if you have one.

You can pay online by credit or debit card using our links below.

 For cats:

Less than six months of age

Cat less than six months of age

Cat less than six months of age – Pensioner discount only

Desexed: Over six months of age

Cat Desexed over six months of age

Cat Desexed over six months of age – Pensioner discount only

Not desexed: Over six months of age

Cat over six months of age

Cat over six months of age – Pensioner discount only

For dogs:

Less than six months of age

Dog less than six months of age

Dog less than six months of age - Pensioner discount only

Desexed: Over six months of age

Dog Desexed over six months of age 

Dog Desexed over six months of age - Pensioner discount only

Not desexed: Over six months of age

Dog over six months of age

Dog over six months of age - Pensioner discount only

Renew your pet registration

Each year, you need to renew your pet registration(s) by 10 April. We will send your renewal forms before this deadline so that you can review your pet's details and let us know if there are any updates or changes.

If any details are incorrect or incomplete, please contact us before making payment.

If all details are correct, pay the amount specified on the renewal form by the due date. This will ensure we can register your pet on time and avoid any extra costs being charged.

To renew:

• have your animal ID number ready
• select 'Renew now'. You can pay using Visa or MasterCard.

Renew now

Request a new pet registration tag

After registering your pet, you will get a tag to help with their safe return if they go missing.

If you have lost the tag or it’s damaged, you can request a new one.

Related links

• Microchipping of dogs and cats
• Domestic animal (microchip) registries
• Desexing cats and dogs
• Things you should know - declared dangerous dogs

Why do you need to register your business?

In Victoria, you need to register the following with your local council:

• any health or beauty business.

We check that your business meets the Public Health and Wellbeing Act 2008 and standards to reduce the risk of certain infections.
 

What is a health or beauty business?

Any home based or commercial business that includes these services is considered a health or beauty business:

• hairdressing and make-up, spray tanning
• all beauty therapy services (i.e. waxing, manicure or pedicure, microdermabrasion)
• colonic irrigation
• skin penetration (i.e. ear-piercing, needling, micro-blading, feathering or electrolysis)
• tattooing and cosmetic tattooing.

How much does it cost?

View full list of fees

How to cancel your registration?

Email your closure advice to manningham@manningham.vic.gov.au.

Include in the email:

• the proprietors name
• the proprietors address
• date of closure

If you are eligible for a partial refund of your registration, complete the request form below and include it with your closure advice email. 

Can you get a refund?

You can get a refund if your business is closing permanently. We do not issue refunds for the transfer of a 'Registered Premises' to a new operator. 

The amount of the refund depends on when we receive your closure advice email.

• before 1 April - we refund 50 per cent of the paid registration fee
• before 1 July - we refund 25 per cent of the paid registration fee
• after 1 July - no refund given

 If you can get a refund, submit the refund request form with your closure advice email. 

Related links

• Health, beauty, tattooing and skin penetration industries (Department of Health)
• Infection prevention and control guidelines PDF (Department of Health)