31Factors to consider in determining need for guardian or administrator

31 Factors to consider in determining need for guardian or administrator For the purposes of section 30(2)(b), in determining whether a person is in need of a guardian or administrator, VCAT must consider the following— (a) the will and preferences of the proposed represented person (so far as they can be ascertained); (b) whether decisions in relation to the personal or financial matter for which the order is sought— (i) may more suitably be made by informal means; or (ii) may reasonably be made through negotiation, mediation or similar means; (c) the wishes of any primary carer or relative of the proposed represented person or other person with a direct interest in the application; (d) the desirability of preserving existing relationships that are important to the proposed represented person.