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Changes to no grounds evictions in residential tenancies: What this means for tenants, landlords and purchasers

In May 2025, changes were introduced to the Residential Tenancies Act 2010 (NSW) to end no grounds terminations. For landlords seeking to terminate periodic or fixed term tenancy they must now provide the tenant with an applicable ground for that termination along with supporting documentation. It is an offence to give false or misleading supporting […]

Changes to keeping pets in residential tenancies: What this means for tenants, landlords and purchasers

Changes to the Residential Tenancies Act 2010 (NSW) were made in May 2025 to make it easier for tenants to keep pets. Whilst a tenant must still obtain their landlord’s consent to keep an animal at the property, a landlord can only refuse this request for certain reasons. Examples of grounds for refusing to give […]

Defects in off-the-plan developments

Buying off the plan can be an exciting prospect – a brand new property, with brand new fixtures and fittings. All of this sounds great in theory, but what happens when you move in and discover chipped benchtops, paint on the carpet or loose tiles? Defects Clause Within off the plan Contracts, there is generally […]

Conveyancing FAQs Part 1

What is conveyancing? Conveyancing is the process of conveying the ownership of a property from one to another. To change the ownership of property a Transfer is registered with NSW Land Registry Services who are responsible for updating the title of the property to reflect the new owner. In most cases, this takes place electronically […]

How a vendor can rescind an off the plan contract under a sunset clause

In New South Wales, Section 66ZS of the Conveyancing Act 1919 (NSW) sets out how a vendor may rescind a contract under a sunset clause. A sunset clause is a clause within a contract which provides for the contract to be rescinded if the sunset event does not occur by the sunset date. The sunset […]

October 31, 2025
By Kevin Noble
Litigation & Dispute Resolution, Property & Conveyancing
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NSW rental law reforms: key changes for landlords and tenants

The Residential Tenancies Amendment Act 2024 and associated Regulation 2025 have now taken effect, marking a significant overhaul of residential tenancy laws in New South Wales. While some changes commenced on 31 October 2024, the majority of reforms commenced earlier this year on 19 May 2025, with enforcement by NSW Fair Trading, including via a […]

What to know when buying vacant land

Purchasing vacant land can be an exciting investment, whether you are building your dream home, developing a project or just holding it for the future. Buying land comes with its own set of risks and complexities. Here is a summary of some important due diligence checks which should be made before buying vacant land. The […]

What is Strata Title?

Strata title properties are properties that form part of a Strata Plan, as opposed to a Deposited Plan. Strata Plans are common for properties that share facilities, such as apartments or townhouses. These shared facilities are referred to as the common property, which owners of individual lots have access to and responsibility for, such as […]

Buying Property in a Mine Subsidence District

Given Newcastle’s history with coal mining, it is no surprise that areas of Newcastle and surrounding regions are affected by mine subsidence. After mining activity, the land above can sink and fill mine workings, causing tilts and strains on ground level which can cause damage to property. Although few properties are damaged due to mine […]

October 30, 2024
By Liam Schofield
Commercial & Business Law, Property & Conveyancing
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What is a Going Concern and Why Does it Matter?

Determining whether a supply is a going concern is important in a range of transactions such as business or property sales. If a supply is deemed a GST-free supply of a going concern GST will not be payable, which can be beneficial to both parties in a transaction. To determine whether a supply is a […]

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Changes to no grounds evictions in residential tenancies: What this means for tenants, landlords and purchasers

Changes to keeping pets in residential tenancies: What this means for tenants, landlords and purchasers

Defects in off-the-plan developments

Conveyancing FAQs Part 1

How a vendor can rescind an off the plan contract under a sunset clause

NSW rental law reforms: key changes for landlords and tenants

What to know when buying vacant land

What is Strata Title?

Buying Property in a Mine Subsidence District

What is a Going Concern and Why Does it Matter?

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