We've always had VCA's and we always will. I got "lost" going VFR into Tullamarine many, many years ago. It was only 5 or 6 miles away, but I couldn't see it no matter how hard I looked and ATC eventually had to tell me to make a left 90. When the CTR's were reduced in size some years ago, VCA's became more critical as there is less time for controllers to pick up problems/hazards and make alterations accordingly. I don't agree with the CASA prosecuting VCA offenses per se, but I would like to see them organize a ramp check of the offending pilot and his/her aircraft to check on current documents and qualifications. At present, the CASA doesn't have the resources for anything more than navel gazing.