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The Tenancy Practice Lead manages tenancy services, supervises lawyers and advocates, handles complex casework, and liaises with stakeholders like the Tenants Union NSW, government, and industry colleagues, while also driving policy and law reform on housing justice and delivering community legal education; the role requires at least five years of tenancy casework experience, proven leadership and management ability, and a demonstrated track record in law reform advocacy and legal education delivery.

The Independent Tenant Advocate will provide support to social housing tenants who are being relocated as part of the renewal of the Waterloo South Estate. The Independent Tenant Advocate will provide independent guidance and support to tenants, attend meetings with tenants, liaise with Homes NSW relocation officers, advocate for tenants to ensure their relocation reflects their needs and ensures their wellbeing.

Regardless of whether you live in public or private housing, there are laws in place to protect you and it is important to know your rights.

Applications to the Stolen Generations Reparations Scheme have been extended to 30 June 2023. RLC can help you apply.

Anglicare has released its 13th annual Rental Affordability Snapshot for 2022, measuring both the availability and affordability of rental housing in Greater Sydney and the Illawarra.

With uni back in session for another year, it's a busy time for students looking for accommodation.

RLC's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Legal Access Worker increases access to justice for First Nations communities.

A special report from the Tenants’ Union of NSW highlights the hardship and stress people face when being evicted, calling for an end to ‘no grounds’ evictions and strengthened protections for renters.

Tenants’ Union of NSW and Legal Aid NSW have launched a podcast series for community workers supporting clients with tenancy issues.

The temporary stop on evictions for COVID-impacted renters in NSW who have lost significant income and cannot pay rent in full has been extended, with some exceptions.