Australian Tenancy Authority Contacts

Contact details for every state and territory tenancy authority, renter advocacy organisation, and legal centre in Australia.

New South Wales

NSW Fair Trading

Regulator

The primary government regulator for residential tenancies in New South Wales. Handles bond lodgement, tenancy disputes, and information on tenant and landlord rights under the Residential Tenancies Act 2010.

Tenants' Union of NSW

Advocacy

NSW's leading tenant advocacy organisation. Provides free legal advice through the Tenants Advice and Advocacy Services (TAAS) network, policy advocacy, and fact sheets on all aspects of renting in NSW. Free advice line: 1800 251 101.

Redfern Legal Centre (Inner Sydney TAAS)

Legal Centre

Community legal centre providing free tenancy legal advice and casework for renters in the Inner Sydney area. Operates as part of the NSW Tenants Advice and Advocacy Services network.

Victoria

Consumer Affairs Victoria

Regulator

Government regulator for residential tenancies in Victoria. Administers the Residential Tenancies Act 1997, handles bond disputes, and provides information on tenant and landlord rights and responsibilities.

Tenants Victoria

Advocacy

Victoria's peak tenant advocacy body. Provides free legal advice, education, and policy advocacy for renters across Victoria. Runs the state-wide Tenancy Assistance and Advocacy Program (TAAP).

Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT)

Tribunal

The main tribunal for resolving residential tenancy disputes in Victoria, including bond claims, repair orders, and eviction hearings. Applications can be lodged online through VCAT's website.

Queensland

Residential Tenancies Authority (RTA)

Regulator

The Queensland government authority responsible for administering rental bonds, providing dispute resolution services, and regulating residential tenancies under the Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation Act 2008.

Tenants Queensland (QSTARS)

Advocacy

Queensland's statewide tenant support and advice service. QSTARS (Queensland Statewide Tenant Advice and Referral Service) provides free advice, advocacy, and support for renters across the state.

Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal (QCAT)

Tribunal

The tribunal for resolving residential tenancy disputes in Queensland, including bond claims, urgent repair orders, and tenancy termination applications.

Western Australia

Consumer Protection WA

Regulator

The Western Australian government agency responsible for administering residential tenancy laws under the Residential Tenancies Act 1987. Provides information, bond lodgement services, and dispute resolution assistance.

Circle Green Community Legal

Legal Centre

A leading community legal centre in Western Australia providing free legal advice on tenancy matters, including bond disputes, repairs, and evictions. Formerly known as Tenancy WA.

South Australia

Consumer and Business Services SA

Regulator

The South Australian government regulator for residential tenancies, administering the Residential Tenancies Act 1995. Provides information on tenant and landlord rights and bond lodgement services.

RentRight SA (operated by SYC)

Advocacy

Provides free tenancy information, advice, and advocacy for renters across South Australia. Operates as RentRight SA, a state-funded tenancy advice service run by SYC (formerly Supportlink).

South Australian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (SACAT)

Tribunal

The tribunal for resolving residential tenancy disputes in South Australia, including applications for urgent repairs, bond disputes, and tenancy termination.

Tasmania

Consumer, Building and Occupational Services (CBOS)

Regulator

The Tasmanian government regulator for residential tenancies, administering the Residential Tenancy Act 1997. Manages bond lodgements and provides tenancy information and dispute resolution services.

Tenants' Union of Tasmania

Advocacy

Tasmania's peak tenant advocacy body. Provides free information, advice, and representation for renters on issues including repairs, bond disputes, evictions, and tenancy rights.

Australian Capital Territory

ACT Civil and Administrative Tribunal (ACAT)

Tribunal

The tribunal for resolving residential tenancy disputes in the ACT, including bond claims, repair orders, and eviction hearings. Also administers the ACT's rental laws and handles applications under the Residential Tenancies Act 1997 (ACT).

Tenancy Advice Service ACT (Legal Aid ACT)

Legal Centre

Free tenancy advice and legal assistance for renters in the ACT, provided through Legal Aid ACT. Covers issues including bond disputes, repairs, eviction defence, and tenancy agreement advice.

Northern Territory

Consumer Affairs NT

Regulator

The Northern Territory government regulator for residential tenancies, administering the Residential Tenancies Act 1999 (NT). Provides bond lodgement, tenancy information, and dispute resolution services.

Darwin Community Legal Service

Legal Centre

A community legal centre providing free legal advice and assistance for renters in Darwin and the Northern Territory, including tenancy disputes, bond matters, and eviction advice.

Northern Territory Civil and Administrative Tribunal (NTCAT)

Tribunal

The tribunal for resolving residential tenancy disputes in the Northern Territory, including applications for repairs, bond disputes, and tenancy termination hearings.

Contact details verified April 2026. If you find an error, contact us.