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I started Grace Lawyers on 1 November 2005. Apart from the trials and tribulations of being in business, what has changed in the strata industry since then? Looking through my […]

Our 2025 CHU Strata Index findings reveal a significant opportunity for strata professionals to play a stronger role as educators, particularly around attitudes towards property maintenance. What did we uncover? […]

Australia’s digital future is evolving, and your community is part of the journey. The nbn Hybrid Fibre Coaxial (HFC) network is currently being upgraded to deliver a more reliable nbn […]

After more than four decades immersed in the world of Australian strata and community schemes, I’ve seen a wide range of behaviour from the good, the bad, and the slightly […]

Many people are desensitised to the continued warnings about cyber threats. But cybercrime isn’t something that happens to someone else. It could happen to you, whether you’re an individual, a […]

The future of energy transition in strata residential buildings will soon be a practical reality, not just a policy debate. By 2026, federal strategies, state rebates, increased battery adoption, and […]

What It Means for Strata and Australia’s Housing Future New data released this week by Master Builders Australia reveals what many in the housing and strata sectors already know. The […]

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 […]