The Tenants' Union of Tasmania Inc. is a not for profit
community organisation offering free services including tenancy advice,
advocacy and referrals. We also offer free community legal education
and training in issues relating to tenancy.
Telephone Advice Line
The Tenants’ Union operates a telephone advice service. This service
provides information, options and advice to both public and private
tenants statewide. We will also make referrals to other agencies.
Advice Line: 1300 652 641
Hobart area 6223 2641 Monday - Friday 9.30am - 4pm
If you have a query about your rights as a tenant give the Tenants’
Union a ring to discuss the matter.
Please note that we do not provide advice via email.
Advocacy Program
The Tenants’ Union provides an advocacy service. This service holds
face to face interviews and where appropriate, information can be forwarded
by mail or email, prior to undertaking casework on the tenants behalf.
To make an appointment telephone Hobart area: 6223 2641 or
DROP IN on Tuesday - Thursday 9.30am - 12.30pm to 166 Macquarie St,
Hobart
If you would like assistance with writing a letter, or putting a claim
together for either the Commissioner or Small Claims Court make an appointment
with the Tenants’ Union.
Community Education
The Tenants’ Union provides workshops, seminars and information sessions
to community groups, schools and colleges upon request. Telephone (03)
6223 2591 to make a booking.
Training
The Tenants’ Union provides statewide training to tenants, community
workers and those working in housing on tenancy law and its application.