Smoke alarms

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Queensland has some of the strictest smoke alarm laws in Australia, with full compliance required by 1 January 2027. These laws are designed to improve early fire detection and save lives.

All homes—whether owner-occupied, rented, or being sold—must have interconnected photoelectric smoke alarms installed. This means when one alarm activates, they all sound throughout the property. 

To be compliant, smoke alarms must:

• Be photoelectric and meet Australian Standard AS3786-2014  
• Be interconnected (wired or wireless) so all alarms trigger together  
• Be installed in every bedroom, in hallways connecting bedrooms, and on every level of the home  
• Be powered by either hardwired 240V (installed by a licensed electrician) or a 10-year battery  

These requirements already apply to rental properties and homes being sold (since 2022), with all remaining properties required to comply by 2027. 

 Upgrading your smoke alarms isn’t just about compliance—it’s about protecting your family, your property, and your insurance. Interconnected systems provide faster warning and significantly improve your chances of safely escaping a fire.