RTA AMENDMENTS
Roadshow
The tenancy.co.nz team are hitting the road once again to deliver you the latest training for the Residential Tenancies Act Amendments 2024 that were introduced in December 2024.
This training is for any property manager regardless of whether you are a client of ours or not.
We will be hitting 14 locations across New Zealand during the months of February and March, get in quick and join the 900+ property managers attending a Tenancy.co.nz RTA Amendments Roadshow in a town near you!
Chris Matthews
SENIOR CONSULTANT, TENANCY.CO.NZ
RTA Amendments Training
Chris comes from a journalism background and over the past five years has worked with Scotney Williams (founder of tenancy.co.nz) to produce hundreds of tenancy related videos and resources.
Chris has a very strong knowledge of both Residential Tenancies Act 1986 and Healthy Homes compliance and has consulted clients on hundreds of tenancy issues.
Chris has also co-authored the RTA Amendment Act 2020 handbook and created key resources like the Legislation and Compliance Guideline.
Sarina Gibbon
GENERAL MANAGER, AUCKLAND PROPERTY INVESTMENT ASSOCIATION
Stay ahead of the game with the latest changes to the Residential Tenancies Act
Sarina Gibbon is the General Manager of the Auckland Property Investors Association and an independent tenancy consultant and coach.
A recognised media commentator, she leverages her platform to champion practical and forward-thinking reforms aimed at strengthening and modernising New Zealand’s rental market. Sarina holds a Bachelor of Laws and a Master of Laws from the University of Auckland.
WHAT WILL BE COVERED?
Join Chris Matthews and Sarina Gibbon as they present an essential overview of the upcoming changes to the RTA, offering practical guidance on key updates:
Terminations
Family violence provisions
Prohibiting smoking
New pet rules
Bond lodgements
+ more
With 39 amendments across four phases, this interactive workshop will prepare you to transition smoothly between old and new laws, update tenancy agreements, and address the broader implications for landlords and tenants.
Whether you’re new to property management or an experienced professional, this half-day event will ensure you’re equipped to navigate these changes with confidence.
AGENDA
8:00am – 8:30am
Doors open – Tea and coffee available on arrival
8:30am – 10:00am
Course begins promptly – Presentations and content delivery
10:00am – 10:30am
Morning tea break – Enjoy one sweet and one savoury item, with tea and coffee
10:30am – 12:00pm
Workshop session and remaining course content
12:00pm – 12:30pm
Tenancy.co.nz technology update – All welcome to stick around
DATES & LOCATIONS
FEBURARY
North Shore Auckland, North Harbour Stadium
18th February
Rotorua, Sudima Hotel
19th February
Central Auckland, Novotel
20th February
Wellington, Rydges Wellington
21st February
Christchurch, Addington Raceway
24th + 25th February
South Auckland, Due Drop
26th February
Dunedin, Distinction Hotel
28th February
MARCH
Invercargill, Kelvin Hotel
3rd March
Hamilton, Distinction Hotel
5th March
Hastings, East Pier Hotel
7th March
Tauranga – Trinity Wharf
11th March
Whangarei, Distinction Hotel
19th March
Palmerston North, Manawatu Golf Club
21st March
Our mission is to offer a wraparound service to help you adapt to these changes.
This means everyone that attends will receive access to everything you need.
Clients
Total Tenancy
If you are already a client, log into the TPS Portal, and head to Total Tenancy. The second tile in is specifically for the amendments and will be filled with each resource you need. The first resource that is already available is the 2025 RTA Compliance Calendar. This calendar has all the relevant dates for the year, for both the amendments and Healthy Homes. You can download this and put it on your desk, your wall or wherever is best for you.
Masterclass
We will be adding new Masterclasses throughout the year so you can get trained remotely as well. This is designed to supplement the in-person group sessions we are holding around New Zealand in February and March.
Weekly snippets
As you might expect we will also be releasing weekly snippets about these amendments so you can fill your microlearning cup once a week. These are designed to complement both the in-person sessions as well as the Masterclass modules.
We will also keep you updated with the clauses and features that have been changed in the update area.
Click the links below to get access to the Compliance calendar or to book your seat today.
Non-client special offer
If you’re not a client but still want access to all the training and resources you need for the year, don’t worry we’ve got your back.
Book your seats to the 2025 RTA Roadshow and we will give you free access to:
Total Tenancy
Our resource hub has hundreds of resources and will contain everything you need to get through the year easily.
Masterclass
Remote learning throughout 2025, (includes tests), designed to complement the in person road show sessions.
Weekly snippets
Each week you will gain access to our weekly snippet videos, designed to compliment the in-person road show sessions as well as the masterclass modules.
To get access to all of this, it takes just 3 easy steps:
Step 1 – Book your tickets to roadshow
Step 2 – Go to this link and enter in your details (Link)
Step 3 – One of our friendly staff will get in touch and make sure you have access to everything you need.
Again, we are super excited about the year ahead and look forward to seeing you all soon.
*Terms and Condition’s apply