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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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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
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18 Jun 2021
Have your say on proposed rental law reforms
Public submissions invited on rental reform Bills
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18 May 2021
Confirmed: service changes during RTA office relocation
Changes to note for RTA front counter visitors from 14-18 June 2021
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30 Apr 2021
Amended COVID-19 regulation and updated RTA forms: changes from 1 May 2021
Changes to some COVID-19 arrangements for residential tenancies, effective 1 May to 30 September 2021.
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22 Apr 2021
We're moving in June 2021
Upcoming service changes during the RTA’s office relocation
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20 Apr 2021
Understanding water charges webinars
Learn more about water charges for tenants, property owners and community housing providers
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29 Mar 2021
Postponed: Cairns RTA information sessions
Our free tenancy information and support sessions have been postponed.