Episode 238: Location-Specific Tenancy Guidance for New South Wales, Australia
Summary
Today’s location-specific episode features New South Wales, Australia. We explore the overview of the housing guiding document called NSW Residential Tenancy Amendment Act 2010, with updates in 2024 and 2025. Each of my location-specific podcasts is set up the same way answering the same four questions: 1) What are the basics of the NSW Residential Tenancy Act of 2010 and Amendments, 2) What are the nuances of this location – what is different that stands out?, 3) Some guidance about abandoned items left behind by a tenant in a rental in New South Wales, Australia, and 4) Where to get help in your local area in New South Wales, Australia. As I answer these questions, you’ll see me screenshare all kinds of documents specific to that location, as well as check off items on my bingo card to see what each location has, what they don’t, and what is different. Then I’ll go through what I call my “Bingo Card” of standard items I see most often in tenancy laws in different locations. This episode is NOT all inclusive – you must research further in your specific area including your County, Regional District, Parish, City or any other Governing Body that involves your rental location, but today’s episode will get you started!
This episode includes resources for New South Wales, Australia including:
New South Wales Residential Tenancy Laws: Complete Guide for Landlords | Landager
Tenants Rights NSW: 2025 Guide Australia | Urban Renters Agent
Abandonment of Rental Premises: NSW Steps - aussierentlaws.com
Free legal help and social support in New South Wales | Community Legal Centres NSW
Property Owners Association of NSW Inc – Incorporating The Private Hotel & Boarding House Division
Australian Landlords Association – Representing the interests of landlords
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