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What Are the New Rental Laws in Queensland for 2025?
Queensland’s new rental laws effective 1 May 2025 change how rent increases, eviction notices, pets, and minimum housing standards are handled. At Enlight Lawyers, we help Brisbane tenants and landlords understand their rights under the updated Residential Tenancies Act.
24 Aug 2026
How Do Queensland Hate Speech Laws 2026 Affect Brisbane?
Queensland has introduced new hate speech laws in 2026 under the Fighting Antisemitism and Keeping Guns out of the Hands of Terrorists and Criminals Amendment Act 2026. These laws create criminal offences for serious hate speech and prohibited symbols, with significant implications for property owners, landlords, tenants, and body corporate committees in Brisbane and across the state. Our latest article explains what you need to know and how to protect yourself.
22 Aug 2026
What Does the New Property Law Act Queensland 2025 Change?
Queensland's new Property Law Act 2023 commences on 1 August 2025, introducing mandatory seller disclosure and modernised rules for easements and covenants. Here is what buyers, sellers, and property owners in Brisbane and across Queensland need to know before their next transaction.
21 Aug 2026
How Do Queensland's 2025–2026 Rental Law Changes Affect Brisbane Tenants and Landlords?
Understand Queensland's 2025-2026 rental law reforms: bond disputes, eviction notices, rent increase limits, and updated RTA forms. Legal guide for Brisbane landlords and tenants.
20 Aug 2026
How Does Adult Crime Adult Time in Queensland Affect Property Owners?
Queensland's Adult Crime, Adult Time laws now treat young offenders as adults for serious property crimes. This guide explains what property owners in Brisbane need to know about compensation, insurance, and protecting their assets.
11 Aug 2026
What Is Queensland's Cost of Living Relief Law 2026?
Queensland's Cost of Living Relief Law 2026 makes temporary revenue measures permanent, affecting transfer duty, land tax, and property concessions. Learn what this means for Brisbane property owners and buyers, and how to check if you qualify.
7 Aug 2026
What Does Queensland's Home Ownership Bill 2026 Mean?
The Home Ownership and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2026 is a proposed Queensland law that may change transfer duty concessions and eligibility criteria for home buyers. In this guide, our property lawyers explain what the Bill means for Brisbane buyers, the risks of relying on unconfirmed changes, and the practical steps you should take before signing a contract.
6 Aug 2026
What Are the Queensland Rental Law Changes in 2026?
Queensland rental law changes in 2026 affect bond claims, rent increases and eviction processes. This guide explains the new rules for landlords and tenants in Brisbane and across Queensland, with practical steps to stay compliant.
6 Aug 2026
What Do Top Rated Lawyers in Brisbane Do for Property Law?
Top rated property lawyers in Brisbane handle conveyancing, contract review, due diligence and settlement. At Enlight Lawyers, we provide fixed-fee property law advice across Queensland with a free initial consultation.
6 Aug 2026
How Do Hate Speech Laws Affect Property Owners in Queensland?
Learn how Queensland's new hate speech laws affect property owners, landlords and body corporates. Criminal penalties explained by Enlight Lawyers.
4 Aug 2026
What Are the New Tenancy Laws in Queensland 2025?
Queensland's new tenancy laws from 1 May 2025 bring major changes for landlords and tenants, including limits on rent increases, stricter bond claim processes, and longer eviction notice periods. Learn what these reforms mean for your rental property in Brisbane.
4 Aug 2026
What Are the New Hate Speech Laws in Queensland 2026?
Queensland's 2026 hate speech laws criminalise serious vilification for the first time. This blog explains the new offences, penalties, and the High Court challenge, with practical advice for anyone affected.
4 Aug 2026