Helpful Tips

How Strata Managers Can Help Bring Full Fibre to the Buildings You Manage

As a Strata Manager, you’re no stranger to the role fast, reliable internet plays in modern living – whether it’s for work-from home professionals, streaming households, or smart home devices. […]

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By nbn

September 8, 2025

Safety Duties on Common Property: National Impact from the Fatal Gate Case

The recent, tragic “fatal gate case” in NSW delivers a sobering message to the strata community: Work Health and Safety (WHS) obligations on common property aren’t just administrative tasks. They […]

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By Wal Dobrow, Director, BIV Reports

September 8, 2025

New Approach to EV in Strata

Over the two years or so since we last wrote about Electric Vehicle (EV) charging in strata, technology, across batteries, chargers and electrical backbone solutions has continued to evolve. With […]

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By Active

September 8, 2025

Raising the Bar: How Compliance and Competence are Redefining Professionalism in Strata Management

In June 2025, the Strata Community Association (SCA) unveiled a refreshed Code of Ethics setting a new benchmark for integrity, professionalism, and accountability across the strata sector. The Code provides […]

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Written by Anna Hahm, Partner, and Catia Pieriboni, Lawyer, Grace Lawyers

September 8, 2025

Protect Yourself When Dealing with a Rebarbative Lot Owner and Strata Committee

Navigating the complexities of strata living can be challenging, especially when dealing with difficult individuals. A rebarbative lot owner or a dysfunctional strata committee can create a hostile environment, impacting […]

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By Wal Dobrow, Director, BIV Reports

May 12, 2025

Are You Overpaying for Energy?

Energy costs in Australia have risen steadily over the past decade, putting pressure on strata managers and committees to minimise expenses for owners. The reasons behind rising energy prices are […]

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By Active

May 12, 2025

To Infinity and Beyond – Well Just 2025 Really!

Well, another year gone. 2024 was a tumultuous year for strata and unfortunately not all good… But here we are in 2025, no limbs broken and no animals harmed… After […]

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By Colin Grace, Partner, Grace Lawyers

May 12, 2025

How Strata Management Firms Can Make the Most of the Moments That Matter

Last Christmas, my wife and I ordered a premium zero-alcohol boutique beer tasting pack as a gift for a family member who had given up drinking. By the time it […]

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Dominic Thurbon

February 3, 2025

Importance of Emergency and Exit Lighting

Emergency and exit lighting is crucial in ensuring the safety of occupants during emergencies, especially fires or power outages. Here are some key points on the importance of emergency and […]

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By In2Fire

December 12, 2024

Electrifying Your Gas Hot Water Plant

Over the last year or so as interest in sustainability for strata has grown through the installation of solar panels and reviews of the potential to retrofit EV Charging solutions, […]

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By Active

December 10, 2024

The Most Important Things to Remember About Internet Connections When Moving Home

Moving is a big deal, and a little preparation can make all the difference between a seamless transition and a stressful ordeal, especially when it comes to internet. Careful planning […]

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By nbn

December 10, 2024

Importance of Hydrant Flow and Hydrostatic Testing

Hydrant flow tests and hydrostatic tests are crucial for maintaining the effectiveness and safety of water supply and fire protection systems in Victoria, Australia. These tests ensure that your infrastructure […]

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In2 Fire

September 10, 2024

Tobacconists and Vapes – Not Just Bad for Your Health

Tattoo shops and massage parlours have been on the list of ‘uninsurable’ risks for some time. Tobacconists have recently joined the watch list, with some insurers declining cover due to […]

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Whitbread

September 2, 2024

Significant Changes to Australia’s Fair Work Act – What it Means for Your Business

Australia’s employment laws are undergoing some of the most substantial reforms seen in recent years, with the introduction of the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Closing Loopholes) Act 2023 (Cth) and […]

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By Michelle Cummins, SCA National Board Director and SCA Vic Board Director

July 31, 2024

Handling Challenges and Resolving Conflict

At the SCA National Conference in 2018 I presented on Resilience and High-Level Dispute Resolution and in 2020, as part of the COVID-19 “hubbub”, I wrote an article on how […]

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By Colin Grace, Partner, Grace Lawyers

July 30, 2024

Significant Changes to Australia’s Fair Work Act

What it means for your business Australia’s employment laws are undergoing some of the most substantial reforms seen in recent years, with the introduction of the Fair Work Legislation Amendment […]

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By Michelle Cummins, SCA National Board Director and SCA Vic Board Director

July 9, 2024

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Securing Your Strata

The 7 Essential Access Control Decisions Every Committee Must Make As an experienced security installer specialising in strata communities, Brave Security has witnessed firsthand the challenges and critical decisions strata […]

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Brave Security

June 8, 2024

Are You Breaking the Law for Your Owners Corporation?

Roscon is in the reporting field. Owners Corporation managers often ask us, once we provide a report, “Can you please give me a quote to complete these works?” Typically, the […]

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Joshua McDonald, Reporting Manager, Roscon Group

May 15, 2024

An Industry-Led Code of Conduct

Industry-led voluntary Code of Conducts form self-regulation and sets standards for how an industry deals with its members and customers. Among consumers, members, and the general public, there can sometimes […]

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By SCA

February 19, 2024

Where to in 2024?

Wow – what a crazy couple of years… thankfully, the world didn’t collapse because of Covid and StrataLand just keeps on giving. As we move into 2024, I wonder about […]

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By Colin Grace, Partner, Grace Lawyers

February 19, 2024

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