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The Talking Tenancies podcast is brought to you by Residential Tenancies Authority (RTA) and explores everything you need to know about renting in Queensland. We are a state government statutory body that helps make renting work for everyone, providing tenancy information and support, bond managemen
8 Apr 2026 · 9 min
For a property manager or owner, taking steps to make sure a bond refund process goes smoothly can help to save time and stress. It can also help to reduce the likelihood of a dispute. In this episode, the RTA's Cassie Chow joins us to share tips for a smooth bond refund process from a managing party perspective.
E72 · 10 Mar 2026 · 12 min
Your tenancy has ended, you’ve vacated the property and now it’s time to request your bond refund. How quickly you get through the bond refund process, though, can depend on various factors. In this episode of Talking Tenancies, we are joined by the RTA's Marc Fidler to discuss some great tips for tenants requesting a bond refund.
E71 · 21 Jan 2026 · 12 min
When goods and documents are left behind in a rental property or room, they must be returned or disposed of according to specific rules. In this episode we are joined by the RTA's Marc Fidler to help us understand what should be done when goods are left behind in a rental property.
E70 · 8 Dec 2025 · 14 min
So you’ve made the decision to start renting or begin looking for a new rental property. As you search for your new home, you will be required to submit tenancy application forms. With this process, there are some important things to be aware of. In this episode we are joined by the RTA's Cassie Chow to unpack what you need to know about applying for a rental property, including information about searching for a rental property and making a tenancy application.
E69 · 7 Oct 2025 · 12 min
This podcast episode explores the ins and outs of renting with others, including share housing, sub-letting, rooming accommodation, and boarding. Susan Cridland from the RTA shares practical advice on tenancy agreements, changing housemates, avoiding rental scams, and managing shared responsibilities like bills and cleaning. The episode also highlights legal distinctions between different rental arrangements and offers tips for maintaining respectful and harmonious living environments.
E68 · 24 Sep 2025 · 12 min
The Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation Regulation 2009 expired on 31 August 2025 and was replaced with the Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation Regulation 2025. In this episode, we are joined by the RTA's Cassie Chow to explore the latest tenancy regulation changes, how the regulation and act work together, and what customers need to know about the Residential Tenancies and Rooming Regulation 2025.
E67 · 15 May 2025 · 11 min
New Queensland rental laws took effect on the 1st of May 2025. If you are a property manager, owner or tenant, it is important you understand what these changes mean for you. In this episode, we are joined by Marc Fidler from the RTA, who is going to run us through the 1st of May changes to fixtures and structural changes.
E66 · 14 Apr 2025 · 9 min
New Queensland rental laws take effect on the 1st of May 2025. If you are a property manager, owner or tenant, it is important you understand what these changes mean for you. In this episode of Talking Tenancies, we are joined by Sam Galer from the RTA, who is going to take us through the 1st of May changes to entry frequency and notice periods.
E12 · 3 Mar 2025 · 6 min
If a tenant or property manager/owner ends a fixed term agreement before the end date they are breaking the agreement – also known as breaking the lease. A tenancy agreement is a legally binding agreement and when broken, may result in the need for compensation. In this episode we discuss breaking a lease with the RTA's Marc Fidler.
E65 · 27 Feb 2025 · 5 min
In the latest episode of Talking Tenancies, the RTA’s Lynn Smith provides an overview of upcoming rental law changes commencing on 1 May 2025. If you are a property manager, owner or tenant, tune in to understand what these changes mean for you.
E64 · 24 Feb 2025 · 7 min
Queensland tenancy laws have undergone a series of changes over the past four years, with more to come in 2025. In this episode of Talking Tenancies Chief Regulatory and Assurance Officer Kristin Spruce, takes us through the rental reform journey from 2021 through to upcoming changes on 1 May 2025.
E63 · 20 Jan 2025 · 12 min
Further changes to Queensland’s tenancy laws commenced on 30 September 2024. These included changes relating to maximum bond amounts, supporting evidence for claims or disputes on a rental bond by a managing party, rent payment methods, utility bills, re-letting costs and compliance changes. In this episode, Cassandra Chow from the RTA steps us through the changes relating to evidence for bond claims or disputes.
E62 · 11 Dec 2024 · 10 min
Further changes to Queensland’s tenancy laws commenced on 30 September 2024. These included changes relating to maximum bond amounts, supporting evidence for claims or disputes on a rental bond by a managing party, rent payment methods, utility bills, re-letting costs and compliance changes. In this episode, we step through the changes relating to maximum bond amounts with the RTA's Jessie Andrell.
E61 · 20 Nov 2024 · 15 min
Further changes to Queensland’s tenancy laws commenced on 30 September 2024. These included changes relating to maximum bond amounts, supporting evidence for claims or disputes on a rental bond by a managing party, rent payment methods, utility bills, re-letting costs and compliance changes. In this episode, we chat with the RTA's Marc Fidler on the changes relating to reletting costs.
E60 · 31 Oct 2024 · 9 min
Illicit drug laboratories are places where illegal drugs such as methylamphetamine (otherwise known as meth) are manufactured. If illicit drug use or manufacturing occurs in a rental property, this can cause contamination that may affect the liveability or state of repair of the property for future tenants. In this episode, we discuss the steps you can take if you think a rental property has been contaminated from illicit drug activities. In this episode, we are joined by the RTA's Michaela Alletsee to discuss the impacts of drug contamination in a rental property.
E59 · 8 Oct 2024 · 8 min
Further changes to Queensland’s tenancy laws commenced on 30 September 2024. These include changes relating to maximum bond amounts, supporting evidence for claims or disputes on a rental bond by a managing party, rent payment methods, utility bills, re-letting costs and compliance changes. The RTA's Cassie Chow steps us through the changes relating to methods of paying rent in this episode.
E58 · 4 Sep 2024 · 9 min
Queensland tenancy laws began to change on 6 June 2024, with further changes commencing on 30 September 2024 and 1 May 2025. If you’re a property manager, owner or tenant, it’s important you understand what these changes mean for you. In this episode we break down the changes with RTA expert, Cassandra Chow. Learn more at www.rta.qld.gov.au.
E56 · 25 Jul 2024 · 9 min
Queensland tenancy laws changed on 6 June 2024. The new laws affect rent and increases, bond lodgements and bond refunds, as well as other changes. In this episode, we’ll be providing an overview of these new tenancy laws with RTA expert, Jessie Andrell.
E55 · 19 Jul 2024 · 8 min
From 6 June 2024, changes came into effect for all new and existing tenancies attaching the 12-month frequency limit for rent increases to a property or room, rather than the tenancy or rooming agreement. In this episode, we cover some of the common questions asked around the changes relating to rent increases with RTA Expert, Cassandra Chow.
E53 · 1 Mar 2024 · 7 min
Property owners can choose to rent out secondary dwellings, such as granny flats to non-household members. It’s important that property owners discuss all terms of an agreement with tenants/residents and ensure the property meets the required standards. In this episode, RTA expert, Susan Cridland joins us to discuss the intricacies of renting a secondary dwelling in Queensland.
E52 · 4 Dec 2023 · 10 min
Maintaining pest control measures in a rental property are all part of maintaining a healthy living environment and meeting minimum housing standards in Queensland. RTA's expert, Lori Lynam joins us to explain the obligations of property owner/managers and tenants in various situations when it comes to Pest Control.
E51 · 21 Jul 2023 · 16 min
New rules around minimum housing standards are due to come into effect on 1 September 2023 for new tenancies and 1 September 2024 for all tenancies. Minimum housing standards aim to ensure rental properties are safe, secure and functional. They will give tenants, residents, property managers and owners more clarity around the essential requirements and maintenance obligations for Queensland rental properties. In this episode we explore the details with RTA expert, Sam Galer. Visit www.rta.qld.gov.au for more information.
E50 · 23 Jun 2023 · 14 min
From 1 July 2023, changes to limit rent increase frequency to once every 12 months will come into effect for all new and existing tenancies. In this episode, RTA's expert, Sam Galer takes us through the legislative changes and what they mean for the renting community in Queensland. Visit www.rta.qld.gov.au for more information.
E49 · 19 Feb 2023 · 7 min
Mould is something every Queenslander is familiar with, as our warm and wet weather is a key driver in the production of mould at different times of the year. Mould may grow indoors in wet or moist areas that lack adequate ventilation, including walls or wallpaper, ceilings, bathroom tiles, carpets, insulation material and wood. If left, mould can cause damage to a home and belongings, and can also pose a health risk to those living in the property. Learn more by tuning in with RTA Expert, Stephen Watson.
E48 · 23 Oct 2022 · 9 min
Queensland tenancy laws are changing from 1 October 2022, the new laws provide tenants, property managers and owners with a greater number of reasons to end a tenancy, introduces a framework for negotiating renting with pets, repair orders as well as a few other amendments. In this episode, we’ll be specifically focusing on the tenancy law changes around the introduction of repair orders and other amendments. RTA expert, Taylor Dean walks us through the new Queensland tenancy law changes when it comes to repairs and other amendments. Visit www.rta.qld.gov.au/podcast for more information.
E1 · 20 Oct 2022 · 26 min
There’s a lot to remember when it comes to renting a property and it can be quite overwhelming if you’ve never done it before, trying to find your way on your own. Renting rules and legislation can vary quite a lot state to state, so first time renting in a different state also has its own challenges. We can help you to understand your rights and responsibilities in all stages of the tenancy and point out the resources available to help you make a home and settle in as quickly as possible. In this episode our expert from the RTA is: Sam Galer - Manager – Customer Experience.
E47 · 16 Oct 2022 · 11 min
Queensland tenancy laws are changing from 1 October 2022, the new laws provide tenants, property managers and owners with a greater number of reasons to end a tenancy, introduces a framework for negotiating renting with pets, repair orders as well as a few other amendments. In this episode, we’ll be focusing on the tenancy law changes around the new framework that’s in place to help tenants and property owners to negotiate renting with a pet. RTA's expert, Sheri Wilton takes us through everything we need to know with the new Queensland tenancy laws when it comes to renting with a pet. Visit…
E46 · 9 Oct 2022 · 7 min
Queensland tenancy laws have changed from 1 October 2022 providing property managers, owners and tenants with a greater number of reasons to end a tenancy, the introduction of a framework for negotiating renting with pets, repair orders as well as a few other amendments. In this episode, we’ll focus specifically on the tenancy law changes around ending a tenancy. RTA's expert, Lynn Smith helps us to get a greater understanding of what we need to know in terms of the new changes to Queensland tenancy laws when ending a tenancy. Visit rta.qld.gov.au for more information.
E45 · 25 Sep 2022 · 11 min
Queensland tenancy laws are changing from 1 October 2022, the new laws provide tenants, property managers and owners with a greater number of reasons to end a tenancy, a framework for negotiating renting with pets and repair orders as well as a few other amendments. In this episode, we’ll be providing an overview of the new tenancy laws taking effect from 1 October 2022. There will be separate episodes that detail each of the key changes in the following month. RTA's expert, Megan James takes us through an overview of the changes to Queensland tenancy laws taking effect from 1 October 2022.…
E44 · 5 Jun 2022 · 11 min
For a term bandied around a lot, the term wear and tear claims a fair share of the debate over damage to rented properties. When you put fair in front of the wear and tear part the interpretation becomes even more complex. In this episode, we aim to help clarify exactly what it is and how it applies to a tenancy with the RTA's Marc Fidler.
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