Changes to Queensland rental laws came into effect from 6 June 2024. Further changes commenced on 30 September 2024. Learn more.
Minimum housing standards came into effect for new tenancies (including renewed tenancy agreements) from 1 September 2023 and for all remaining tenancies from 1 September 2024.
Stay up to date with all news and useful information about renting in Queensland. From changes in rental rules and procedures, to other interesting topics to do with your rental home in Queensland – the RTA News has it covered.
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24 Sep 2021
COVID-19 changes extended to 30 April 2022
Some RTA forms will be updated this week to reflect extended COVID-19 arrangements.
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22 Sep 2021
Cairns information sessions with the RTA
Free tenancy information and support sessions for Cairns property managers and owners
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22 Sep 2021
RTA Webinar: Tackling your tenancy questions
Watch our interactive webinar recording on tackling our customer’s frequently asked questions
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31 Aug 2021
RTA website refresh now live
As part of ongoing efforts to improve the RTA customer experience, we’ve released a website refresh.
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25 Aug 2021
The importance of being accurate
Watch our webinar to understand the need for accurate information when lodging bonds and requesting refunds.
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25 Aug 2021
Updates from QCAT
Minor civil dispute forms updated in preparation for a new civil case management system and online forms portal
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25 Aug 2021
Know your plan for when a bushfire threatens your home
Prepare your home, make key decisions and have a plan
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23 Jul 2021
When a tenancy agreement ends early
The majority of tenancies run to the end date and beyond, but when a tenant or property owner’s circumstances change, the tenancy agreement may have to end earlier than expected.
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22 Jul 2021
RTA Webinar: Bond basics – what you need to know
Refresh your knowledge on bond processes and learn practical tips for lodging, changing and claiming a bond.
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9 Jul 2021
Webinar: Smoke alarm law changes with QFES
Learn what you need to do by 1 January 2022 to keep your property safe and remain compliant.
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23 Jun 2021
Last chance: Resubscribe to RTA News to stay informed
Continue to get tenancy information at your fingertips
