General information only — not legal advice. Always seek advice from your community legal centre or state tenancy authority before breaking a lease. Last updated: January 2026.
If hardship grounds don't apply, standard break lease costs include lost rent until a new tenant is found, advertising costs and reletting fees. Use the break lease estimator to calculate.
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