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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23 Aug 2022
The RTA is improving how we handle customer complaints
We have introduced a new complaints management policy and procedure to improve our service and processes and to ensure we can use your feedback to improve our processes, products, and services.
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22 Jul 2022
RTA launches education campaign for 1 October rental law changes
Information and resources available to increase your understanding of Queensland’s new residential tenancy laws.
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22 Jul 2022
RTA webinar series: October 2022 rental law changes – Part 1 Ending tenancies
The first of the RTA’s new rental law changes webinar series about the new laws and processes associated with ending a residential tenancy.
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20 Jul 2022
Entry to rental properties during cold and flu season
Keep yourself and others safe by only conducting entries and repairs alongside Queensland public health directives and the Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation Act 2008.
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7 Jul 2022
RTA launches Strategic Plan 2022-26
The RTA has launched a new Strategic Plan to expand service capability, extend influence, and transform how technology is used.
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7 Jul 2022
Is your rental safe and compliant this winter?
As people rely more on their dryers, heaters and fireplaces, it’s important to check that your rental property is compliant.
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7 Jul 2022
Renting in a tight market - what you need to know
Learn about your rights and responsibilities when you’re navigating a tight market.
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7 Jul 2022
Mould in a rental property – who is responsible?
Learn about mould management and who is responsible for cleaning it when it comes to rental properties
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15 Jun 2022
RTA Webinar: Free competency-based training for tenants
Watch our webinar from 9 June 2022 to learn about the benefits of the Tenancy Skills Institute program.
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18 May 2022
Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month – what happens if DFV occurs in a rental?
This Domestic and Family Violence (DFV) prevention month, learn about the support available for impacted tenancies.
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19 Apr 2022
COVID-19 legislation for residential tenancies – ends 30 April 2022
Measures to support residential tenancies impacted by COVID-19 ends on 30 April 2022.
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19 Apr 2022
Electronic signing of tenancy agreements
Digital signing platforms have become commonplace but everyone’s needs must be considered when signing an agreement.