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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
National
Amy Remeikis

Greens appeal to renters with regulator that could fine real estate agencies

Max Chandler-Mather speaks to media, backed by Sarah Hanson-Young and Adam Bandt
Greens housing spokesperson Max Chandler-Mather says: ‘It’s your right to have a liveable rental home.’ Photograph: Mick Tsikas/AAP

The Greens have their eyes firmly focused on winning over renters at the next election, with a new policy aimed at giving tenants more power in resolving disputes with their landlords.

The Greens have announced plans to establish a national renters protection authority which would only deal with tenancy disputes, including enforcing national minimum standards the party has put forward, covering ventilation, heating, cooling and insulation.

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