New rental laws are now in effect
Further changes to Queensland’s rental laws commenced on 1 May 2025, which built on changes that commenced in June and September 2024.
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Information for tenants, owners and managers
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Starting a tenancy
Report a rental not advertised at a fixed price
You can tell us anonymously if you suspect rent bidding has occurred.
Annual Report 2024-25
Read our latest performance highlights and priorities.
Songlines: our dedicated phone line
Supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples renting in Queensland.
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30 Sep 2025
RTA Annual Report 2024-25 published
The RTA Annual Report 2024-25 showcases the organisation's achievements and performance against its strategic objectives over the last financial year.
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24 Sep 2025
Offences the RTA can investigate
Explains some of the priority offences the RTA investigates with practical examples/explainers to help you know what to look for.
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23 Sep 2025
On the road with the RTA's Education team
The Residential Tenancies Authority (RTA) Education team delivers events across Queensland to support the residential rental community.
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22 Sep 2025
Be cautious when using AI to understand tenancy law
The RTA urges customers to be cautious when using artificial intelligence (AI) tools to interpret Queensland tenancy law, as AI may make mistakes.