Changes to Queensland rental laws came into effect in 2024. Further changes commenced on 1 May 2025. Learn more.
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29 May 2020
Queenslanders continue to reach out to the RTA during COVID-19
The RTA supports more than 26,000 Queenslanders during COVID-19
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22 May 2020
RTA supports more than 25,000 Queenslanders through COVID-19
RTA is helping Queenslanders to resolve 88% of conciliated COVID-19 disputes within an average of five days
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22 May 2020
Updated: New videos to help tenants manage in difficult times
Tenancy Skills Institute to release COVID-19 and beyond video series
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22 May 2020
Updated: RTA forms relating to temporary COVID-19 tenancy regulations
Download the latest version of all forms from our website
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15 May 2020
Qld tenants and property owners prove power of negotiation
The RTA assisting Queenslanders facing financial hardship due to COVID-19
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7 May 2020
Share-housing and subletting during COVID-19
Know the rules and guidelines for sharing your home during COVID-19
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23 Apr 2020
RTA launches new Web Service and forms to help customers impacted by COVID-19
New COVID-19 Web Service and forms available
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9 Apr 2020
New forms for temporary COVID-19 tenancy arrangements
Formalising tenancy variation agreements for COVID-19
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5 Mar 2020
Make deck and balcony safety your priority
Regular inspections and maintenance are key
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5 Mar 2020
RTA webinar: Practical tips for navigating tenancy conversations
Improve your self-resolution skills for managing disputes
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5 Mar 2020
Sunshine Coast landlord found guilty of unlawful entry
RTA prosecutes self-managing landlord for entering tenant’s home without consent
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21 Feb 2020
RTA webinar: Don’t muddy the waters – understanding water charges
Rights and responsibilities regarding water charges