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Nov 18
Changes made to RTA Amendment Bill 2024

The RTA Amendment Bill 2024 passed its Second Reading and is now one step closer to…

Oct 08
Decisions of Interest: What is a stale claim?

This case delves into the concept of "stale claims" and why the Tribunal may refuse to…

Oct 01
Decisons of Interest: How long does a landlord need to market property for?

This case delves into how much marketing activity a landlord is expected to do when…

Sep 25
Decisions of Interest: District Court provides precedent for Airbnb profits

What can you do if you rent out your property to a tenant, only to discover they’re…

Sep 18
Decisions of Interest: Is a spa pool a minor change?

When a tenant installs a spa pool without permission, it sparks a heated dispute. Can…

Sep 11
Decisons of Interest: Wind smashes open window

What happens when a strong gust of wind turns into an expensive repair bill?

Sep 04
Decisons of Interest: Defining ‘reasonably clean and tidy’

When does a landlord's expectation of cleanliness cross the line into the unreasonable?

Aug 28
Decisions of Interest: Fencing fishponds

Are landlords legally required to fence such features?

Aug 20
Decisions of Interest: No consent for two household units 

When a landlord divides a home into two separate units without proper consent, the…

Aug 14
Decisions of Interest: Is meth use capable of remedy?

Two contrasting District Court cases collide as low level meth use is analysed at a…

Aug 06
Decisions of Interest: Taking photos when doing necessary maintenance

This case explores the fine line between necessary maintenance and breaching tenant privacy.

Jul 30
Decisions of Interest: Who is Responsible for Replacing Lightbulbs?

This week’s case delves into the responsibilities of tenants and landlords when it…

Jul 23
Decisions of Interest: Tenants cooking curries

Can a landlord dictate what a tenant cooks or hold them liable for cooking smells?

Jul 16
Decisions of Interest: Tenants Not Moving in After Signing Fixed Term

What happens if a tenant signs a fixed term tenancy agreement and then doesn't move in?

Jul 09
Decisions of Interest: Liability for Damaged Walls from 3M Picture Strips

Ever wondered if tenants using picture hanging strips can lead to tenant paying for…

Jul 02
Decisions of Interest: Can a bedroom have no windows?

Is it possible to have a bedroom with no windows? While it’s not common, it's a…