Roommate Agreement (Australia)

Create a practical Flatmate and Housemate Agreement for people sharing a rental property in Australia. This template is designed for any shared living situation — whether the flatmates are all co-tenants on the same lease, one person is the head-tenant and others are informal flatmates, or one or more flatmates own the property. Unlike a formal residential tenancy agreement, a Flatmate Agreement is a private document between the people sharing the home. It does not create a landlord-tenant relationship between the flatmates themselves — rather, it records their agreed arrangements for dividing rent and other living costs, maintaining shared areas, observing house rules, and managing the practical realities of sharing a home. The agreement covers rent division — specifying whether the weekly rent is split equally or apportioned based on room size and amenities — and records who is responsible for collecting the rent and paying the landlord. It also addresses shared utility costs (electricity, gas, water, and internet), shared household consumables, and the management of a household expense kitty if the flatmates choose to use one. Cleaning responsibilities are addressed by specifying the arrangement for common areas such as the kitchen, bathrooms, laundry, and lounge room — whether through a rotating cleaning roster, an ad hoc arrangement, or a shared professional cleaning service. House rules cover overnight guests and long-term visitors, quiet hours, smoking and pet policies, and any other conduct rules the flatmates agree to observe. The agreement also specifies what notice a departing flatmate must give to their housemates and the process for finding a suitable replacement, reducing the financial and administrative disruption caused when one flatmate decides to move on. A simple dispute resolution process is included to encourage direct communication before escalating to formal mediation services. This template is suitable for share houses, flats, apartments, and any other residential property shared by two or more adults in New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Western Australia, South Australia, Tasmania, the Australian Capital Territory, or the Northern Territory.

Create a legally compliant Residential Tenancy Agreement for any Australian state or territory. Covering landlord and tenant rights, rent, bond, condition report, maintenance obligations, break fees, and termination procedures in accordance with the NSW Residential Tenancies Act 2010, VIC Residential Tenancies Act 1997, QLD Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation Act 2008, and equivalent state legislation.

Create a clear and enforceable Australian Garage and Parking Space Agreement to document the rental or licensing of a car space, garage, carport, or storage cage. This template covers the key elements needed to protect both the owner and the user of the space, including the choice between a lease (granting exclusive possession) and a licence (granting a personal right to use), parties and contact details, a precise description of the space and any included storage area, body corporate and owners corporation by-law compliance, the agreement term (periodic month-to-month or fixed term), the monthly fee and payment method, a security bond, permitted vehicle and use restrictions, access device arrangements, liability and insurance disclaimers, and termination notice requirements. In Australia, the distinction between a lease and a licence is legally significant. A lease grants the occupant exclusive possession of a defined space — meaning the owner cannot unreasonably interfere with the occupant's use — and creates a property interest that may be registered on title. A licence, by contrast, merely grants a personal right to use the space and does not create a property interest. For car spaces and garages, a licence arrangement is often more appropriate and practical, particularly where the space is within a strata-titled building subject to body corporate by-laws. Most garage and parking spaces in apartment buildings and mixed-use developments in Australia are within strata-titled buildings governed by an owners corporation (in NSW, VIC, and the ACT) or a body corporate (in QLD, WA, SA, and TAS). The owners corporation or body corporate is responsible for administering the common property, setting by-laws, and managing the building. The person using the car space must comply with all applicable by-laws, which may restrict the types of vehicles permitted, operating hours for garage doors, noise, and the use of the space for storage or mechanical repairs. Parking spaces within strata buildings are commonly designated as either 'lot parking' (part of an individual strata lot, owned separately) or 'common property parking' (allocated to a lot owner by by-law or exclusive use agreement). The nature of the space determines who has authority to lease or licence it and what approvals may be required from the body corporate. This template is suitable for private parking arrangements between individuals, between a strata lot owner and a non-resident, between an employer and an employee, or between a commercial property owner and a user. It addresses key risk areas including liability for vehicle damage or theft, return of access devices, and the Tenant/Licensee's obligation to comply with all body corporate requirements.

Create a comprehensive Australian Office Space Lease Agreement suitable for commercial office tenancies in all states and territories. This template covers all essential terms required under Australian commercial property law, including parties and premises description, permitted use, commencement and expiry dates, option to renew, base rent and GST obligations, rent review mechanisms (CPI, fixed percentage, or market), outgoings structure (gross or net lease), fitout condition and landlord contribution, make good obligations, bank guarantee or security deposit, public liability insurance requirements, assignment and subletting conditions, and dispute resolution. Office leases in Australia are primarily governed by general contract law principles and the relevant state or territory property legislation, including the Property Law Act 1974 (QLD), the Conveyancing Act 1919 (NSW), the Property Law Act 1958 (VIC), the Property Law Act 1969 (WA), and the Law of Property Act 1936 (SA). Unlike retail leases, most office tenancies are not subject to the state Retail Leases Acts, which means the parties have greater freedom to negotiate terms — making a well-drafted written agreement even more important. GST at 10% is payable on all commercial rent in Australia under the A New Tax System (Goods and Services Tax) Act 1999 (Cth). The base rent must be quoted exclusive of GST, and the landlord must issue a valid tax invoice for each rental payment. Both parties should record their ABNs in the lease to facilitate correct GST treatment. Outgoings are a key commercial term in Australian office leases. In a gross lease, the landlord bears all building operating costs. In a net lease, the tenant contributes a proportionate share of outgoings, which may include council rates, building insurance, common area maintenance, air-conditioning servicing, and property management fees. The outgoings structure should be clearly defined to avoid disputes over cost sharing. Make good obligations are strictly enforced in Australian office leases. At the end of the lease, the tenant may be required to remove all fitout and return the premises to base building condition, or simply to leave the premises in good repair and condition. The scope of these obligations should be negotiated carefully at the outset, as the cost of compliance can be substantial. This template is suitable for small, medium, and large office tenancies across all Australian states and territories. It includes an optional renewal option clause, optional additional agreed terms, and clear execution provisions for companies and individuals. For complex multi-floor or multi-building arrangements, or where significant capital fitout works are involved, parties should seek advice from a commercial solicitor.