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Evictions in NSW - the new rules

23 July 2025

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Media releases

Media Release: Land and Environment Court Blocks Demolition of Paddington Boarding House 

The boarding house, which has provided affordable accommodation to men on low incomes for over 60 years, was purchased by a developer who intended to replace it with four luxury residences. 

10 July 2025

Events

Domestic Violence and Tenancy in NSW

A webinar: For public and private tenants who experience domestic violence, there are special provisions in NSW tenancy law.

27 November 2024

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Media releases

Media Release - NSW ends ‘no grounds’ evictions: Historic Win for Renters

Years of advocacy, community organising, and relentless efforts by renters, housing advocates, and the NSW network of local Tenants’ Advice and Advocacy Services paved the way for the passing of the Residential Tenancies Amendment Bill 2024.

24 October 2024

Events

Terminations of Residential Tenancies in NSW (and how to challenge them)

This webinar provides a comprehensive overview of the termination process for tenants in both the private market and social/public housing.

26 September 2024

RLC in the media

Georgia had to cover her housemate's rent. What can you do about a bad house share?

The dishes are piling up by the sink. They haven’t cleaned the bathroom in weeks. Then you’re asked to cover their rent. When sharing a house can go horribly wrong.

14 September 2024

Events

Money Matters in NSW Social Housing (recording)

An overview of some common money-related issues that arise in public and community housing in NSW.

30 July 2024

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Events

Introduction to Social Housing Law & Policy in NSW

This webinar provides an overview of law and policy in public and community housing.

1 November 2023

RLC in the media

Mushrooms on the wall, ruined clothes, brain fog: The Sydney tenants living with mould

Mould has always been an issue for Nada Suzal’s apartment, but four years ago, it turned catastrophic. The toxic fungi crept up the walls of her public housing unit in Waverley and grew in spatters across her roof. It lined her bathroom window and took over her wardrobe, ruining her clothes. Mushrooms sprouted from the walls.

30 September 2023

Events

Repairs in NSW public housing and private rentals (recording)

This webinar for community workers outlines tenants’ rights to getting repairs done in public or private housing, and provides tips on navigating DCJ Housing’s repairs and maintenance system.

20 September 2023

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Topics

Evictions in NSW - the new rules

Media Release: Land and Environment Court Blocks Demolition of Paddington Boarding House

Domestic Violence and Tenancy in NSW

Media Release - NSW ends ‘no grounds’ evictions: Historic Win for Renters

Terminations of Residential Tenancies in NSW (and how to challenge them)

Georgia had to cover her housemate's rent. What can you do about a bad house share?

Money Matters in NSW Social Housing (recording)

Introduction to Social Housing Law & Policy in NSW

Mushrooms on the wall, ruined clothes, brain fog: The Sydney tenants living with mould

Repairs in NSW public housing and private rentals (recording)

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