Tenants' Union of NSW

The renters' voice in NSW!
Experts in renting law and practice supporting a statewide network of Tenants Advice and Advocacy Services.
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[Tenants' Union of NSW @TUNSW]

We made this kit because Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People are often renters, but are also often under-supported. This kit aims to provide clear, practical, and culturally-informed information about renting laws in NSW, check it out here: https://t.co/9HsHNwxb2t

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The introduction of a minimum energy efficiency rental standards would set out mandatory requirements for rental home. This is a valuable opportunity to have a say on the changes needed to make rental homes more comfortable, healthier and cheaper to run. https://t.co/KJOc8KTIBy

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May 26 is National Sorry Day. Next year will mark 30 years since the Bringing Them Home report published 83 recommendations to address the harm caused under past government policies, and as of today only 5 of those recommendations have been fully implemented. 🖤💛❤️

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Today is the anniversary of celebrating the end to 'No Grounds' Evictions in NSW - it has officially been one year since we said goodbye! We are running a webinar on June 1st at 1pm, free and open to all renters.
Make sure to reserve a spot here: https://t.co/OIluhA2aDo

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By the time Erina found her current Marrickville flat, she had moved seven times in as many years and spent countless hours applying for rooms in share houses. We had the opportunity to speak to Erina about her story and it may feel familiar.

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The NSW Government has opened a consultation investigating Minimum Energy Efficiency Rental Standards (MEERS). This is a valuable opportunity for the 1 in 3 people in NSW who rent their homes to have a say on the changes for rental homes. See here: https://t.co/KJOc8KTIBy

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Our Policy and Advocacy Manager Eloise Parrab got to speak about the record unaffordability in NSW and the significant pressure that tenants face. Every year we hear from renters continuing to face substantial rent increases.
Find the write up here: https://t.co/nFHM9fEMwB

[Tenants' Union of NSW @TUNSW]

Have you had unfair claims on your bond? Excessive rent increases? A leaky tap that hasn't been fixed? There are 2 million+ of us in NSW who call a rental property our home and that home should mean comfort, security, shelter... Share your story here: https://t.co/gJcfDXB5vF

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Heat kills more people in Australia than any other climate disaster, and with renters having little to no control over the features in their homes they're at greater risk than most. @BetterRentingAU tracked 50 NSW renters' homes over summer. Read here: https://t.co/hRdLpWbp8Z

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The Australian Council of Social Service @ACOSS released their Heat in Homes Survey Report 2026 last week and in many ways the 2026 results are alarming. Read the full Heat in Homes Survey 2026 here: https://t.co/GFfIWgArHw

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Right now, property investors are getting billions in tax breaks through negative gearing and the capital gains tax discount but renters aren't getting much in return. For millions of renters, housing feels unstable. Send an email: https://t.co/GoZXPHo5Z8

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Renters deserve stable, affordable homes - not a system that rewards property portfolios. The Federal Budget is just weeks away and these tax breaks are under debate right now and they need to hear from renters too. Email your MP here: https://t.co/GoZXPHo5Z8

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We tested 3 of the most common and publicly available AI tools on some tenancy questions, read long standing Tenant Advocate Brendan Ross' blog here: https://t.co/z86dGeu27e

[Tenants' Union of NSW @TUNSW]

We hear from so many tenants experiencing unfair claims on their bond and oftentimes losing their bond due to confusion about cleaning standards and not understanding the difference between damage and fair wear and tear. Find our new kit here: https://t.co/TsyWMruICM

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Renters in NSW who receive eligible Centrelink payments can now choose to use Centrepay to pay rent. Centrepay allows rent to be deducted directly from their Centrelink payment. If you choose to use Centrepay, your landlord or real estate agent must support this payment.

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Researchers from UNSW Sydney, the University of Sydney, Swinburne University of Technology and Curtin University are conducting a research study about lodging houses. Participation in an interview is confidential, find extra information here: https://t.co/lrSMgiYWew

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Solar Citizens have just published their report following their survey of 717 people across Australia - a third of them landlords, a quarter of them renters and the rest homeowners. Find the full report here: https://t.co/qLxikGcJ2t

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🔥 Extreme heat isn’t just uncomfortable - it’s dangerous. If you experience extreme heat in your rental home, please reach out to us and share your story to help us push for minimum standards in NSW. Share your story with us here: https://t.co/gJcfDXB5vF

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Are you a runner ready to take on the Sydney marathon? We've organised 5 charity places for marathoners who want to take on the challenge. Our Data and Policy Officer Jack Moon is signing up for the marathon too! You can read more and sponsor Jack here: https://t.co/uMtIboG6Gk

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Some landlords may use renovations as an excuse to remove sitting tenants and raise the rent without carrying out the significant renovations. This is what has come to be referred to as a 'Renoviction.' If this has happened to you please fill out here: https://t.co/JDEAYUqymd