Over the last decade we have seen a dramatic uptake in solar panels on Australian homes, but a large portion of the population has been excluded from the benefits: renters. These benefits…
On 19 May 2025, new tenancy rules came into effect for evictions, renting with pets, and a fee-free way to pay the rent. We celebrated this milestone with an action in Town Hall square with…
Pets are family! As a tenant you have rights under the Residential Tenancies Act 2010 and Residential Tenancies Regulation 2019. This factsheet explains the laws relating to keeping a pet at…
The Tenants' Union Rent Tracker Research Project aims to give tenants, researchers, journalists, and others a clear way to understand rent movements in NSW. Our tools use data published by…
For people relying on rental properties to keep a roof over their heads, there are few things more scary than the possibility of being evicted from their home. This research examines the…
A group of boarding house residents in Selwyn St Paddington is being told to leave to make way for unaffordable housing. Neighbours in their community and supporters have mounted an admirable…
The Tenants' Union Pre-Budget Submission for the 2025-2026 budget addresses proposals across the portfolios of Fair Trading and Better Regulation, the Attorney-General, and Housing and…
Housing continues to dominate political debate at all levels of government. We're proud of the work we've done, but also look towards the work still to be completed. Check out our 2023…
Today marks a major victory for renters across New South Wales. Years of advocacy, community organising, and relentless efforts by renters, housing advocates, and the NSW network of local…
