Update
Rental law changes introducing minimum housing standards came into effect for new tenancies (including renewed tenancy agreements) from 1 September 2023, and will come into effect for all remaining tenancies on 1 September 2024.
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24 Mar 2021
Your questions answered: searching for a rental, rent and ending a tenancy
Tips to help you navigate the current Queensland rental market
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24 Mar 2021
Don't miss out on the latest tenancy news and information
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23 Feb 2021
RTA webinar: When a tenant abandons a rental property
Know the processes and rules in ending the tenancy and taking care of items left behind.
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22 Feb 2021
What’s on: Cairns RTA information sessions
Register for our free tenancy information and support sessions.
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28 Jan 2021
New Tenancy Dispute Resolution Web Service now live
A new, convenient, digital way for customers to request dispute resolution at the RTA
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18 Jan 2021
Podcast: Talking Tenancies is back in 2021
Listen to our latest episode on routine inspections (run time 15 minutes).
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15 Jan 2021
RTA to launch Tenancy Dispute Resolution Web Service
The Residential Tenancies Authority (RTA) will launch a new Tenancy Dispute Resolution Web Service in late January.
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23 Dec 2020
We’re streamlining our customer communications to support better tenancy outcomes
The RTA will work closely with sector peak bodies to review its customer correspondence.
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23 Dec 2020
Updated RTA forms for use during COVID-19
Some RTA forms have been updated to reflect extended COVID-19 arrangements to 30 April 2021.
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10 Dec 2020
Understanding residential services in Queensland
Learn about the legislation and know where to get help when you need it.
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10 Dec 2020
RTA Webinar: Festive season reminders for tenants
Tips to help you enjoy the end-of-year festivities and uphold your tenancy obligations for a happy holiday.
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10 Dec 2020
Community education, COVID-19 and collaboration in 2020
Working closely with key stakeholders over an unexpected year.