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Investigation Services

Facing a difficult personal or professional situation in Melbourne? Truth Investigations provides discreet, licensed private investigation services, whether you suspect infidelity, need help with a family law matter or require a corporate investigation. Every enquiry is handled in complete confidence.

Melbourne Private Investigators

Licensed Private Investigators in Melbourne

Truth Investigations is a licensed private investigation agency serving Greater Melbourne and Victoria (Victorian Investigator Licence 93454780S). We carry out covert surveillance, cheating-partner and family law investigations, background checks, locating people and corporate investigations, and we agree scope and cost with you before any work starts.

Here’s why clients choose us:

Melbourne Expertise

Our investigators work across Greater Melbourne, from the CBD and inner suburbs to the outer suburbs and Mornington Peninsula.

Trusted by Clients

Established in 2013, with over 5,000 clients assisted across Australia. Read what our clients say about working with us.

Professional Equipment

Discreet camera equipment and lawful databases and records, used within Victorian surveillance and privacy law.

Client Communication & Support

We keep you updated at key stages, and your investigator is available to give evidence if required.

Investigator Contact

You’ll have a dedicated investigator assigned to your case, providing clear and consistent communication throughout the process.

Licensed and Insured

Victorian Investigator Licence 93454780S and fully insured, with investigator licences in New South Wales, Queensland and South Australia.

Our Services

Discover our comprehensive range of investigative services, organised into key categories for easy navigation — helping you quickly find the expertise that best fits your needs.

Family Law Private Investigator

Family law matters are sensitive and often emotionally charged. We gather lawful evidence for parenting, property and maintenance matters, prepared to a standard suitable for legal proceedings, and always prioritise the welfare of any children over evidence gathering.

Specific Services

Surveillance Investigations

Our licensed operatives combine discreet mobile and static surveillance with professional camera equipment to document a person’s movements and associations. We capture clear, dated photo and video evidence for insurance, workers’ compensation, corporate, legal and family law matters, reported to a standard suitable for legal proceedings.

Specific Services

Background Checks

Make decisions on facts, not assumptions. Whether for pre-employment screening, tenant verification or due diligence, our background checks draw on court records, financial histories and verified identity data to give you a complete, accurate picture, compiled discreetly and in compliance with Australian privacy legislation.

Specific Services

Corporate Investigations

Protect your business, people and reputation with discreet corporate investigations. We investigate internal fraud, employee misconduct, due-diligence risks and intellectual property and trade-secret theft, coordinated with your lawyer or HR team, giving directors and legal counsel the facts they need to act.

Specific Services

Infidelity Investigations

Suspicions of infidelity can be deeply distressing. We give you a factual, dated and documented account of what is actually happening, through discreet surveillance and photo and video evidence, so you can decide what to do next with clear information. Every matter is handled in complete confidence.

Specific Services

Skip Tracing Services

Need to locate a debtor, witness, beneficiary or estranged family member? We use lawful databases, property and tenancy records and field enquiries, and we have a strong track record of locating people. We tell you upfront if we think someone is unlikely to be found, and an address is only released for a lawful purpose.

Specific Services

How Much Does a Private Investigator Cost in Melbourne?

The cost depends on the type of investigation, the time required and the work involved: the hours or days of coverage, the number of investigators, travel and the reporting you need. Most matters are quoted by the hour or as an agreed scope, and you receive a clear quote before you agree to anything. Every enquiry is handled in complete confidence.

The Private Investigator Process at Truth Investigations

Confidential Consultation

We begin with a confidential consultation to understand your needs.

Customised Plan

We develop a tailored investigation plan outlining the scope, timeline, and costs.

Thorough Investigation

Licensed investigators carry out the agreed work discreetly and lawfully, keeping you updated at key stages.

Detailed Report

You receive a concise, professional report with the relevant evidence, prepared to a standard suitable for legal proceedings.

Taking the First Step

Don’t let uncertainty hold you back. Contact Truth Investigations today for a confidential consultation.

Need More Details?

Explore our FAQs to learn how we ensure discretion, handle investigations, and keep your information completely confidential.

How much does it cost to hire a private investigator in Melbourne?

The cost depends on the type of investigation, the time required and the work involved. Most matters are quoted by the hour or as an agreed scope, and we quote each matter on its own terms rather than publishing a flat rate. Tell us about your circumstances and we will give you an assessment and a clear quote before you agree to anything. Every enquiry is handled in complete confidence.

To hire a private detective in Melbourne, start by verifying their Victorian licence through Victoria Police Licensing and Regulation Division. Look for experience in your type of case, transparent pricing, and professional credentials. Truth Investigations is a licensed Melbourne private investigation agency (Victoria Licence 93454780S) — contact us on 1800 878 847 for a confidential consultation.

Our Melbourne investigators provide a full range of services including surveillance, background checks, infidelity investigations, family law evidence gathering, corporate investigations, digital investigations, locates and skip tracing, process serving, bug sweeps, insurance fraud investigations and litigation support.

Yes. Our Melbourne investigators frequently assist with family law matters including parenting and property matters, cohabitation investigations, and evidence of undisclosed assets or income. We work closely with Melbourne family lawyers, and our reports are prepared to a standard suitable for legal proceedings.

Yes. In Victoria, private investigators must hold a licence issued by Victoria Police Licensing and Regulation Division under the Private Security Act 2004. Operating without a licence is a criminal offence. Truth Investigations holds Victorian Licence 93454780S and all our Melbourne operatives are individually licensed.
Truth Investigations covers all areas of Greater Melbourne, including the CBD, inner suburbs, eastern suburbs, western suburbs, northern suburbs, south-eastern suburbs, Mornington Peninsula, and extending to Geelong and regional Victoria. Our Melbourne-based investigators have strong local knowledge and established networks across the metropolitan area.
When selecting a private investigator in Melbourne, prioritise agencies with a valid Victorian licence, proven experience in your type of case, transparent pricing, and membership in recognised professional bodies. Truth Investigations meets all these criteria, with a Melbourne team experienced across surveillance, family law, corporate, and fraud investigations.
Yes. Truth Investigations provides corporate investigation services in Melbourne including employee fraud investigation, pre-employment background checks, corporate surveillance, intellectual property theft investigation, due diligence, and workplace misconduct inquiries. Our Melbourne team includes investigators with backgrounds in corporate security and law enforcement.
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