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Earlier this year, CHU conducted research that lifts the lid on what owners think about strata. 1,000 owners across Australia shared their thoughts via an online survey and in focus […]

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. […]

The Insurance Protection Gap is the difference between the amount of insurance you have and the potential insurable financial loss of your property. The increasing severity and frequency of extreme […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

While much of Australia’s media attention in July was consumed by federal politics, cost of living pressures and international affairs, some of the most significant changes affecting how Australians live […]

Litigation is increasing in Australia. We’ve become one of the most heavily litigated countries in the world, turning to legal action much quicker than ever before. However, with legal expenses […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

The strata industry has evolved rapidly. With half the population in Australia anticipated to live in strata by 2040, the responsibilities and demands on strata professionals have also grown. Traditionally […]

The Strata Community Association (SCA) has carefully reviewed the broad range of perspectives relating to the proposed amendments to the National Construction Code (NCC) 2025, particularly the implications for existing […]

Strata Community Association (SCA), Australia’s leading voice for strata managers, lot owners, and industry stakeholders, is spearheading national reform to elevate professional standards across the strata management sector. This initiative […]

As the peak body representing the strata industry across Australia and New Zealand, Strata Community Association (SCA) recognises that meaningful progress in our sector requires a strategic, collaborative approach grounded […]

The Strata Community Association (SCA) is leading a national effort to drive real progress in financial transparency and accountability across the strata sector. With one in five Australians now living […]

Short term rentals (STRs) have become increasingly common in strata communities, presenting financial opportunities for property owners but also posing significant challenges to community cohesion, safety, and resident satisfaction.

The Strata Community Association (SCA) Australasia has cautiously welcomed the Labor Party’s recent $2.3 billion federal election energy pledge to subsidise household battery installations—but is calling for greater clarity around […]

Building defects can quickly become a financial and emotional burden for strata owners. With the boom in high-rise strata construction the reality is clear: the strata sector urgently needs stronger […]

In a landmark win for consumer rights, a majority of the High Court of Australia handed down its judgment in Pafburn Pty Ltd & Anor v The Owners – Strata Plan […]