8 June 2023
Consumer Protection has reviewed the Residential Tenancies Act 1987 (WA) to identify changes that adapt to the tenancy market.
Changes arising out of this review will occur in stages.
8 June 2023
We wish to formally introduce our newest dispute resolution service, Conciliation Light Touch.
Using Conciliation Light Touch, dealers and repairers are made aware of a consumer concern and given the opportunity fix the issue to avoid formal processes, such as Consumer Protection’s conciliation service or legal action in court.
31 May 2023
WA ScamNet has received reports of a scam that has successfully targeted one Western Australian real estate agent and two settlement agents.
31 May 2023
WA ScamNet has received reports of a scam that has successfully targeted one Western Australian real estate agent and two settlement agents.
Button batteries can be a deadly hazard. If swallowed, button batteries can cause internal burns, severe bleeding and even death.
11 May 2023
Tenants wanting to end a fixed-term tenancy agreement before the end date (breaking lease) should find it easier in the current tight rental market as it will generally be easier for the lessor to find new tenants. If you want to break lease, you need to be aware you are breaking a contract and will possibly need to pay reasonable costs.
11 May 2023
Although a tenancy agreement is a binding contract, a tenant’s circumstances can change during the term of a fixed-term tenancy agreement and this can cause them to need to break the lease.
A tenant breaking their lease can be experiencing a lot of stress, which can include a need to relocate at short notice for work or a change in financial circumstances.
Property managers play an important part in making sure the lessor and tenant each meet their responsibilities in this situation.
11 May 2023
Although a tenancy agreement is a binding contract, circumstances can change for tenants during the term of a fixed-term tenancy agreement, causing a need to break the lease.
A tenant breaking their lease can be experiencing a lot of stress, which can include a need to relocate at short notice for work or a change in financial circumstances.
This bulletin explains each party’s key responsibilities when breaking a lease.
Funeral directors can help you organise a funeral service. They must be transparent with their pricing, must not make incorrect or misleading statements and they must not offer unfair contract terms or engage in unfair market power.
Consumer Protection has developed guidance materials to assist you organising a funeral service.
Please note: This is not an exhaustive list and has been produced for guidance only.
19 April 2023
In this bulletin:
Before the start of each financial year, the residents of a retirement village must have access to next year’s proposed budget documents. This is in preparation for the operator and residents budget consultation process.
