Renting

ACT Office of Rental Bonds

Justice and Community Safety Directorate

The Office of Rental Bonds (ORB) is part of the Office of Regulatory Services (ORS). The ORB is responsible for the receipt and management of Residential Tenancy Rental Bonds for the Australian Capital Territory.

http://www.ors.act.gov.au/community/rental_bonds

Asbestos Awareness

ACT Government

Asbestos Awareness website with information about asbestos and the new Government Laws. This site has been setup to help and inform people about the dangers of asbestos.

http://www.asbestos.act.gov.au/

Home Energy Advice Team (HEAT)

Environment and Sustainable Development Directorate

HEAT is funded by the ACT government to provide free, independent, expert advice on how to improve the energy efficiency of your home. Whether you own or rent, HEAT can suggest ways to make your home more comfortable whilst saving money, energy and the environment.

http://www.heat.net.au/

Office of Regulatory Services

Justice and Community Safety Directorate

The Office of Regulatory Services provides access and advice relating to the registration of births, deaths, marriages, Justices of the Peace, business names, business licences, associations and land titles. ORS also oversee the management of residential rental bonds, vehicle registration, driver licencing, public events, Worksafe and the Working with Vunerable People Scheme.

http://www.ors.act.gov.au/

Residential Tenancies Tribunal

ACT Government

The Residential Tenancies Tribunal (RTT) is an independent body, which has exclusive jurisdiction to hear and determine all matters and disputes arising from private and public residential tenancy agreements. Residential tenancy forms (leases, notice to vacate) are available on this site
http://www.acat.act.gov.au/

Tenants' Union ACT

Non-Government

Tenants' Union of the ACT provide advice and legal assistance through the Tenants' Advice Service, information on tenants' rights and responsibilities, and conduct community education on tenancy issues.
http://www.tenantsact.org.au

The Renting Book (PDF 349KB)

Justice and Community Safety Directorate

A guide to your rights and responsibilities as a tenant, property owner or real estate agent. Information booklet about the Residential Tenancies Act 1997.
http://www.ors.act.gov.au/community/residential_tenancies