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SMS Sender ID registration required by 1 July 2026

From 1 July 2026, the Australian Communications and Media Authority requires branded SMS Sender IDs to be registered under the new national SMS Sender ID Register.

06/05/2026

REINSW Update | Legislation | News

New Underquoting Reforms Introduced – What You Need to Know

The NSW Government has introduced the Property and Stock Agents Amendment (Underquoting and Other Agent Conduct) Bill 2026 into Parliament. Learn what this means for you.

20/03/2026

Residential Sales | REINSW Update | Legislation | News

NSW Fair Trading clarifies passing on bank fees for rent payment

Guidance on what you can (and can’t) charge for rent payment methods.

20/02/2026

Update on Strata Fire Safety Obligations - AS 1851-2012 Mandatory from 13 Feb 2026

What you need to know: Key fire safety inspection and testing changes for strata schemes.

13/02/2026

RTA Reforms: Essential NSW Fair Trading Advice For Agents

Rent payment practices, terminations and early exit notices. Learn more.

12/01/2026

Preparing for AML/CTF reforms: Latest AUSTRAC updates for agencies

As AML/CTF reform approaches, REINSW is keeping members informed with essential updates to support agency readiness for the upcoming AML/CTF changes. Read the summary.

17/12/2025 | Only Members can view this content. You will need to sign in to view

New Bill Introduced to Target Sale of illicit tobacco & Vapes in commercial premises

We wish to inform you that the Public Health (Tobacco) Amendment (Landlord Offences) Bill 2025 (NSW) has been introduced into the NSW Parliament. Learn more.

02/12/2025 | Only Members can view this content. You will need to sign in to view

REINSW Update | Commercial | Legislation | Agency Services | News

New strata laws now in effect-is your business compliant

Major reforms under the Strata Schemes Legislation Amendment Act 2025 are now in effect, introducing new compliance and governance requirements for strata and community schemes. Check out REINSW's resources to help you.

31/10/2025

Important: Upcoming Strata Law Reforms – What You Need to Know

Watch our webinar on these changes that are part of Phase 3 of the strata reforms implemented by the Strata Schemes Legislation Amendment Act, which will be rolled out in two stages - Stage 1 on 27 October 2025 and Stage 2 on 1 April 2026.

22/10/2025

Celebrating Strata Achievements 2024–25

See how the Strata Chapter is driving advocacy, resources, and events to support strata managers across NSW.

22/08/2025

REINSW Update | Strata | Strata Management | Legislation | News

More RTA reforms on the horizon - Protection of Personal Information

More RTA reforms on the horizon.

18/07/2025

New reporting obligations from 1 July: Are you ready

RTA Reforms 2025 Update: Termination data must now be reported — here’s what you need to know.

27/06/2025

Changes to Termination Notice Requirements NSW Rental Reforms

Changes to the NSW Rental Reforms - Termination notices for significant renovations or repairs now require only a landlord's written statement. View Change.

25/06/2025

Strata reforms: Key changes coming into effect from 1 July 2025

The Strata Schemes Legislation Amendment Act 2025 (NSW) marks a major step forward in strata reform — and from Tuesday, 1 July 2025, a new tranche of changes will come into force.

25/06/2025 | Only Members can view this content. You will need to sign in to view

Major NSW rental reforms start TODAY

Key changes to the Residential Tenancies Act 2010 and the Residential Tenancies Regulation 2019 commence today – Monday, 19 May 2025. What you need to know.

19/05/2025

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REINSW REQUESTS REMOVAL OF MINISTER

MEDIA RELEASE: REINSW has written to NSW Premier Chris Minns requesting Minister for Better Regulation and Fair Trading Anoulack Chanthivong be removed from the portfolio which oversees the regulation of the real estate industry.

17/07/2026

REINSW | Media Release | News

New EV Laws: Subtle Changes Could Easily Affect Your Power Grid

As NSW's new ‘Right to Charge’ laws make it easier to install EV chargers, owners corporations face new risks. Learn why proactive planning is essential to protect building power capacity and avoid costly future disputes.

15/07/2026

Strata Management | News

2026 REINSW Awards for Excellence finalists announced

The Real Estate Institute of New South Wales (REINSW) has announced the finalists for its annual Awards for Excellence.

13/07/2026

Media Release | Awards for Excellence | REINSW Awards for Excellence | News

Rental Market Shows Early Signs of Easing, but Supply Pressures Remain

The REINSW Vacancy Rate Survey results for June 2026 indicate that while some rental markets across NSW are beginning to ease, the overall supply of rental accommodation remains constrained, with affordability continuing to challenge many tenants.

10/07/2026 | Member-only content. Sign in to view this article.

Rental Vacancy Rates | Media Release | News

Insuring Compliance Risk

Australia’s real estate sector is undergoing one of its biggest regulatory shake-ups in decades. Once seen as an attractive avenue for money laundering, agencies now face tougher new compliance obligations and heightened management liability risks.

06/07/2026

Insurance | Realcover | News

Submission in response to the NSW Government’s Emergency Services Funding Reform Options Paper

Learn how REINSW is advocating for a fair approach to emergency services funding and follow the progress of the parliamentary inquiry.

01/07/2026

Submissions | Lobbying | News

REI Vault is Live: A smarter way to manage AML/CTF compliance and your digital sales files.

Access the guided 7-step workflow in REI Vault. Manage AML onboarding, risk assessments, and digital sales files securely within your agency dashboard.

30/06/2026

Proposed Ban on Strata Commissions

In case you missed it: the NSW Productivity & Equality Commission has recommended banning strata managers from receiving commissions, proposing a fee-for-service model that could save NSW owners more than $300 million over 15 years.

26/06/2026 | Member-only content. Sign in to view this article.

Strata Management | News

REINSW details overpaid stamp duty

With no clarity yet provided by the NSW Government, the REINSW has reverse engineered the potential stamp duty refund owed to New South Wales property buyers.

26/06/2026

Media Release | News

Why Better Beats Bigger

Real estate marketing never stands still, but the pace of change in 2026 feels more deliberate than disruptive. After years of rapid digital expansion & shifting consumer behaviour, the focus is no longer on doing more marketing, but doing it better.

23/06/2026 | Member-only content. Sign in to view this article.

Agency Services | News

Stop the Scroll

Buyers make up their minds in seconds. In a fast-moving, digital-first property market, marketing must do more than simply exist online – it must grab attention, spark emotion and stop the scroll.

19/06/2026

Residential Sales | Agency Services | News

REINSW Secures Clarity on Re-letting Approval Applications

NSW Fair Trading has provided updated guidance on re-letting approval applications and how to follow up on outstanding requests.

19/06/2026

REINSW Update | Property Management | Agency Services | News

Property prices rise nationally as rental markets tighten further

MEDIA RELEASE: Property prices have risen across most Australian capital cities in the March quarter 2026, while rental vacancy rates have fallen to low levels, according to REIA's latest report.

17/06/2026 | Member-only content. Sign in to view this article.

REIA | Real Estate Market Facts | News

5 Essential Insurances for your Agency

The new financial year is the perfect opportunity to review your agency’s insurance coverage to ensure that you have ample protection for the year ahead.

16/06/2026