Each state and territory has its own guidelines for tenants and landlords, so be sure to check with the authority in your region for further information.

Your rights include:

	To be given a copy of the lease.
	To be given a condition report on the premises noting any damage. You must return this report within seven days of the start of the lease noting any further problems you have discovered.
	To have your bond lodged with the independent Rental Bond Board.
	To move into clean premises.
	To be given rent receipts unless the rent is paid to a bank-type account.
	To be given seven days' notice of an inspection and two days' notice of access if required for repairs (unless urgent).
	To receive 60 days' notice of a rent increase, which can be challenged.
	To receive 14 days' written notice of termination of the lease if you are in breach of the agreement or approaching the end of your lease. If the lease has already expired you are entitled to 60 day's notice.
	To have repairs carried out within a reasonable time. The landlord must carry out all repairs, but the tenant pays if it's his or her fault.
Your obligations include:
	To pay your rent on time and look after the premises.
	To obtain the landlord's written permission before someone moves in.
	To report any necessary repairs and not to make any alterations without written permission.
	Not use the premises for illegal activities.
	Not interfere with neighbours' peace and quiet.
	To give a maximum 14 days' written notice to end a fixed-term lease before it expires and 21 days for a continuing agreement.
	To leave the premises in the same condition you found them.
Tips for trouble-free rental:
	Keep all the paperwork in a folder - the tenancy agreement, conditions report, bond and rent receipts and any correspondence with the agent/landlord.
	Read the lease. Don't sign anything you don't understand.
	Tell the landlord or agent of any problems in writing, and explain what action your expect.
	Keep a note of what was said by both parties in any dispute.