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Drafting a request for further and better particulars of a Defendants Defence and Counterclaim in Victoria involves understanding property and caretaking laws. Property improvements are generally the owners responsibility, and caretaker expenses can sometimes be claimed back from the estate. Contributions to costs are usually agreed upon beforehand. Consult a legal professional for detailed advice.

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It seems like you're working on a legal document for a case in an Australian county court. To provide you with accurate information, could you please specify which Australian state your case is in?
Defendant were aware that the Plaintiff: a. had moved into the Property on or about April *; b. the Plaintiff had taken over responsibility as the primary carer for the parties’ mother; c. was undertaking capital improvements to the Property at the Plaintiff’s own expense; d. was not receiving any financial contributions from the First Defendant nor the Second Defendant towards any capital improvement costs or general expenses related to the Property; e. was not assisted by the First Defendant nor the Second Defendant in providing day-to-day care of the parties’ mother; and f. was paying for the capital improvement costs or general expenses related to the Property.
It seems you're dealing with a property and caretaking situation. In Australia, laws can differ by state. Could you provide the state where this is happening? This will help me give more accurate information.
Victoria
Under Victoria law:
- Property improvements are generally the responsibility of the property owner.
- Caretaker expenses can sometimes be claimed back from the estate.
- Contributions to costs are usually agreed upon beforehand.
Please consult with a legal professional for detailed advice.