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

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

26 September 2024

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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

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

RLC in the media

Sydney hit hardest as 30,000 international students join fight for housing

The NSW government wants universities to take more responsibility for housing international students as Sydney braces for tens of thousands of arrivals for the return of face-to-face learning.

2 July 2023

two apartment block in the distance against a blue cloudy sky. In the foreground is a black and yellow zebra crossing sign.

RLC in the media

Universities use loophole to evade renter protections for students

Universities and Australia’s biggest student housing provider are using a loophole in legislation to avoid tough laws designed to protect renters.

26 June 2023

RLC in the media

Minns backtracks on rental bidding ban

Taking heed of mounting concerns over its potential implications, the NSW government has made the decision to abandon its push to outlaw rental bidding.

8 June 2023

Text reads "Room for Rent" on piece of cardboard attached to fence on suburban street

RLC in the media

Controversial rule around rent bidding ditched by Minns government

A state government has backflipped after its attempt to stop a hated practice by real estate agents was set to make things worse.

7 June 2023

RLC in the media

Community Sector Warns: NSW Rental Laws to Spark Bidding Wars, Push Up Prices

Nineteen community organisations have come together to warn the NSW Government’s proposed rent bidding legislation will spark legal rental auctions and further push up prices.

2 June 2023

Exterior shot of housing commission apartments against Sydney skyline, with a banner reading "Not For Sale" across rooftop

RLC in the media

Rent increases are skyrocketing, but negotiations are still happening. Here's how people are doing it

Tenants are continuing to feel the pinch of rising rent increases across the country.

19 May 2023

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Topics

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

Money Matters in NSW Social Housing (recording)

Introduction to Social Housing Law & Policy in NSW

Repairs in NSW public housing and private rentals (recording)

Sydney hit hardest as 30,000 international students join fight for housing

Universities use loophole to evade renter protections for students

Minns backtracks on rental bidding ban

Controversial rule around rent bidding ditched by Minns government

Community Sector Warns: NSW Rental Laws to Spark Bidding Wars, Push Up Prices

Rent increases are skyrocketing, but negotiations are still happening. Here's how people are doing it

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