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An Original Essay by Rex Wong In the modern world, technology plays a more important role in our lives than ever. The year 2020 has changed many things, including how […]
Read full articleAugust 24, 2022
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An Original Essay by Monique Holton 18 months ago, as an owner in strata and before commencing my role as a strata manager, if I had been asked to describe […]
Read full articleAugust 24, 2022
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Since the Victorian Government’s five-year cladding rectification program was announced, Victoria has led the way in assisting owners corporations through the complex process of cladding rectification. No other jurisdiction in […]
Read full articleAugust 23, 2022
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Painting is more than just protecting, preserving, and prolonging the life of a building or structure. Good paint work creates identities for buildings that are as unique as their architecture. […]
Read full articleJuly 11, 2022
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With the rise in sales of electric vehicles (EVs) in Australia, strata owners need to be prepared for the growth of EVs. The environmental pluses of EVs have also added […]
Read full articleJune 24, 2022
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Many Scientists believe that dinosaurs were wiped out by a mass extinction event, an event so devastating that not even the mighty T-Rex could survive. A giant asteroid crashed the […]
Read full articleBy Joel Russell, Client Director, Kelly + Partners
June 14, 2022
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Engaging a great service company can be tricky. There can be unforeseen risks you may inadvertently take on when you select your service providers. Hard working Facility and Strata managers […]
Read full articleBy Glenn Porter, Mnaging Director - VERTIMAX
May 29, 2022
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In most automated manufacturing facilities, machines are maintained 24/7 with extensive maintenance routines, advanced analytics systems, and a maintenance crew available onsite. Car stacker systems are no different; but adding […]
Read full articleV-Space Parking Solutions
May 16, 2022
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Increasingly, the strata world has significant mechanical plant to look after, from HVAC and generators to car stackers and Elevators. When it comes to Elevators here are a few things […]
Read full articleTK Elevator Australia
May 3, 2022
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Is your Owners Corporation not adequately maintaining their investment? More often than not, this is due to inadequate funding. This will likely affect the sale value of the lots and […]
Read full articleKingsley Osmond, Director, Mabi Services
May 3, 2022
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Across three continents Solutions in Engineering strongly push managers of Unit Titles and Incorporated Schemes to make maintenance planning a priority. The future of your buildings lies in how well […]
Read full articleby Dakota Panetta National Business Development Manager, Solutions in Engineering
April 21, 2022
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With the median unit price nudging $610,000 – Sydney’s average is over $800,000. Written by Voltin According to the latest research by the University of New South Wales City Futures […]
Read full articleApril 11, 2022
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NSW Building Commissioner David Chandler has warned strata communities against cutting corners in the remediation of older buildings. Mr Chandler has reportedly described the remediation sector as “potentially being bit […]
Read full articlePaynter Dixon
April 5, 2022
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There has been a lot of discussion about record increases in the price of real estate over the last 12 months, but there is a more pressing issue that strata […]
Read full articleLannock Strata Finance
April 5, 2022
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A practice note issued by the Victorian Building Authority (VBA) in January 2016 clarified that a Building Permit is now required when roof replacement works include common upgrades, such as an increase in fall or batten replacement.
Read full articleTerry O’Donoghue, Buildcheck
April 5, 2022
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The use of strata finance can assist strata properties to increase the value of their assets with upgrades to common areas and improvements to the building and surrounds. From a […]
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March 24, 2022
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Strata insurance can be a complex area to understand. You may get asked what it covers, and what other insurance policies owners need to protect their assets. Strata insurance policies […]
Read full articleLia de Sousa, General Manager Strata, National, Whitbread Insurance Brokers
March 22, 2022
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Successfully navigating the strata insurance market to make well-informed decisions will increasingly involve making sure you understand more about insurance market dynamics and the particular risk exposures of your building(s) […]
Read full articleJane Evans, State Manager VIC/SA/TAS, BCB
March 8, 2022
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Do You Have the Right Documents and Information at Handover? The importance of having the right information for your Fire Contractors cannot be overstated! Increasingly, buildings are being built using […]
Read full articleChris Chatham, Sales & Marketing Manager, Linkfire
March 8, 2022
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We are living in an increasingly hi-tech world. Every day new security products are being created and marketed to us, the pace of these new products can be overwhelming. Today’s […]
Read full articleAdam Walsh, General Manager, Brave Security
February 23, 2022