Emergency repairs for Queensland
The landlord is required to reimburse you for any expenses incurred, up to the two weeks rent.
If you decide to carry out the repairs, make sure you follow the legislation requirements (listed below) and have the repairs carried out by a suitable repairer, someone suitably trained, qualified and licensed.
The landlord must reimburse you within 7 days for the reasonable costs of making emergency repairs. You must make a written request for reimbursement and supply the copy of the receipt/account.
Costs of emergency repairs arranged by tenant (Legislation)
Meaning of emergency repairs (Legislation)
Nominated repairer for emergency repairs (Legislation)
Notice of damage (Legislation)
Orders of tribunal about reimbursement or payment for emergency repairs (Legislation)