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Tenancy law has changed

Tenancy law has changed in NSW

After many years of campaigning, NSW renters won some significant improvements to tenancy law over 2024-2026. Find out more...
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Hotter summers, hotter homes

Summers are getting hotter, and extreme heat is becoming more frequent. For many renters, that means homes that are harder and more expensive to keep cool during the hottest months of the year.
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Tenants' Union submission

Submission: Commonwealth Land Affordable Housing Bill

The Tenants' Union submission the the Federal Government inquiry into the Commonwealth Land (Affordable Housing) Bill.
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Tenants' Union submission

Submission: Federal Government Social Housing Inquiry

The Tenants' Union submission to the Federal Government Inquiry into Social Housing in Australia
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Tenants' Union submission

Submission: Human Rights Act for NSW

Tenants' Union submission to the NSW Government Inquiry into a Human Rights Act for NSW
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Getting smart about rental bonds

The bond is usually the largest lump sum a renter pays, and covering it when moving, or losing it unfairly, or not knowing how to claim it, can be a real financial setback – especially if you…
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Green leaves

Practical steps towards eco-renting

Some practical ideas for renters wanting to work towards more environmentally sustainable renting.
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Land lease operators must abide by the new eviction laws for tenants

A tenant recently shared this experience of renting a caravan in a land lease community in the Clarence Valley, NSW.
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Tenants' Union News

Building Approvals Bill will mean changes for residential land lease communities

The Building (Approvals and Practitioners) Bill 2026 (BAP Bill) was introduced to the Legislative Assembly in early May 2026 by the Minister for Better Regulation and Fair Trading Anoulack…
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'Tips: Renting around Koori Knockout' in red text surrounded by black and yellow swirls

Tips: Renting around Koori Knockout

Tips to make sure your home and rent are sorted so you can enjoy Koori Knockout stress-free.
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Seeking feedback

We want your feedback on our policy priorities!

We have updated our policy priorities to guide our work for the next 5 years, and we'd love your feedback!
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Steps to renting with pets

Steps to renting with pets

A step-by-step guide to the rules about keeping a pet in your rental home.
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