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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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Tenants' Union blog

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: IPART consultation on billing requirements and pricing for embedded networks

The Tenants' Unions submission responding to IPART's consultation on billing requirements and maximum prices for residential embedded networks.
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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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Having a say: IPART consultations to improve energy market practices and experiences

The NSW Government’s review into embedded networks generated a raft of amendments to energy legislation and there are continued reforms aimed at modernising embedded network service standards.
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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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Tenants' Union Submission

Submission: Investigation into Minimum Energy Efficiency Rental Standards

Submission on the NSW Government's consultation paper investigating the implementation of minimum energy efficiency rental standards. Our responses are guided by our work with renters, the…
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What makes a 'functional' community?

Recently demolition fences started being placed around the first buildings in the Waterloo estate. This move attracted protests and prompted discussion about the estate renewal and the future of…
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Energy efficiency rental standards – renters have your say!

The Minimum Energy Efficiency Rental Standards (MEERS) consultation is now open. Here's how you can contribute.
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Koori Renters Kit

Koori Renters Kit

Clear, practical, and culturally-informed info about renting laws in NSW, so mob know their rights, responsibilities, and options.
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