From 10 June 2025, Australians—including tenants—can sue real estate agents and agencies for serious invasions of privacy under a new statutory tort. This major legal change means property managers may face court action for things like unauthorised inspections, mishandling tenant data, or intruding on private spaces. Learn what qualifies as a ‘serious’ breach, how courts assess privacy expectations, and what steps your agency must take now to avoid costly lawsuits.

Mandatory CPD is now required for real estate agents, salespeople, property managers, auctioneers, and letting agents in Queensland. Stay up to date with the latest real estate law changes, privacy obligations, and CPD training requirements. Learn how O*NO Legal can help you reduce risk, protect your career, and stay compliant in a cybersecurity-conscious industry.

Learn how cyber risks are putting directors and real estate agencies at legal and financial risk. This article explores key issues in real estate law including privacy breaches, cybersecurity obligations, and the growing personal liability for directors. Discover how to protect your agency and stay compliant in an increasingly digital property market.

Starting or growing a real estate agency? This legal update is a must-know. From 1 March 2025, Queensland law requires real estate businesses to have a Sexual Harassment Prevention Plan in place. In this blog, our real estate law experts break down what’s changed, what your agency needs to do, and how our start-up webinar and legal support can help you stay compliant and protected.

Starting or scaling a real estate agency? Learn the legal essentials every founder needs to know to build a strong foundation. This blog breaks down real estate law basics for start-ups, including business structures, trademarks, contracts, privacy compliance, and more. Whether you're just launching or already growing, join our free start-up webinar to get your real estate agency legally sorted from day one.