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The premier has announced a $15m rescue package for insured customers caught in the Porter Davis collapse. But for those left thousands of dollars out of pocket from the demise of Hallbury Homes, there is nothing.
Some who have lost tens of thousands of dollars due to the collapse of construction firm Porter Davis broke down as they shared their stories on the steps of Victoria's parliament.
A number of home builders in Victoria were failing to obtain insurance before taking customers’ deposits, according to industry insiders and affected clients, who say the practice extends beyond Porter Davis.