Resources

This factsheet guides Waterloo South tenants through relocating to Community Housing, explaining that while tenancy rights and rent‑setting (25–30% of income) remain similar to Homes NSW, CHPs have their own policies on maintenance, pets, transfers, and modifications. It highlights key practical differences, including water usage charges, the role of Commonwealth Rent Assistance (which increases gross rent but not out‑of‑pocket costs), the requirement to report income changes within 21–28 days.

RLC welcomes the opportunity to respond to the inquiry, noting it will focus on the more covert forms of racism embedded in systems and institutions, rather than only overt incidents. Given RLC's expertise, the submission addresses Terms of Reference 5 and 6. RLC is based in Redfern, NSW, and while some services are catchment-based locally, others are statewide; it doesn't provide legal services outside NSW but does advocate on laws and policies more broadly, including federal ones. The submission draws on NSW casework and was prepared in consultation with ACCOs and First Nations leaders, including Louise Hammond ("Aunty Lou," CEO of MYRC), and clients whose case studies are included.

Scammers often target international students looking to rent at the beginning of semester this factsheet is about how to avoid being scammed and what to do if you are.

An AVO is a court order to protect someone from harm and can affect your visa even without a conviction.

Learn how to pay for travel correctly, avoid fines, and understand enforcement rules. It also explains your options if you receive a fine, including review and appeal processes.

An AVO is a court order that helps protect you from harm, with options to apply through police or the court. Understanding the process, risks—especially for visa holders—and getting legal advice is important.

This factsheet outlines key warning signs, practical tips to avoid scams, and the steps to take if you lose money or share personal information, including reporting and support options.

This factsheet explains your basic rights and responsibilities if you are stopped by police while driving. It outlines when police can pull you over, what information you must provide, and your rights during searches, testing, and other interactions. It provides general information and is not a substitute for legal advice

This factsheet explains how to prepare and submit a written complaint about misconduct by the NSW Police Force, including what to include and where to lodge it.

This factsheet explains your rights when police stop, question, or search you, and how to respond safely while protecting yourself legally.