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Are you at risk? Rechargeable lithium-ion batteries. They’re a hot topic of discussion. Found in common household items like mobile phones, laptops, e-scooters and power tools, these batteries are key […]

Australian Construction Costs: A Three-Year Trend Analysis As we are all aware, the Australian construction industry has been facing a sustained rise in costs in recent years. The data in […]

What does it mean by taking pride in your building? It means ensuring that every detail reflects quality and sophistication. From the sleek and efficient elevator doors to the smooth […]

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 […]

With more than 2.5 million Australian’s choosing apartment living, it’s important that strata managers and their communities get the support they need on their energy journey. Centralised Energy Services is […]

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 […]

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 […]

With many of us now working and learning from home, being connected to a fast and reliable internet network is no longer a nice-to-have but a must-have. We’ve all experienced […]

In the heart of Dubai, amidst its towering skyscrapers and visionary urban planning, the 2023 International Real Estate Community Management Summit (IRECMS) emerged as a pivotal event shaping the trajectory […]

Expanding urbanisation in Australia has led to a surge in the use of construction materials such as Aluminium Composite Panels (ACPs) in apartment complexes. Since the 1970s, ACPs had been […]

Strata insurance is compulsory. So, the ongoing challenging insurance market and cost- of-living pressures mean it’s crucial to spend time buying your insurance protection wisely. The outlook for 2024 There’s […]

If you always do what you’ve always done, you’ll always get what you’ve always got. This article leads on from my earlier article on Making your Scheme Competitive to Insurers […]

Local Utility Networks, also known as embedded networks and bulk/centralised hot water networks, should be a fantastic asset for Owners Corporations (OC’s). They have the potential to earn an ongoing […]

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 […]

As an industry emerges, organises and professionalises, it is natural for associations of professionals in those industries to emerge. Those professionals have shared interests such as sharing information, accrediting training […]

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 […]

Australia’s climate presents unique challenges for strata buildings. From scorching summers to torrential rains and hailstorms, it’s essential for Strata Managers, Insurance Brokers, and property owners to be well-prepared for […]

We’re exposed to many types of risk in our lives. Our attitude to risk is often referred to as our “risk tolerance” and in the insurance world, the term “risk […]

The adage “Better Done than Perfect” holds significant value, particularly when coupled with the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI). Leveraging AI to Enhance Strata Management Communication and to Reduce […]

On 20 September 2023, PATRIZIA Infrastructure acquired a 100% stake in Active Utilities on behalf of Australian superannuation fund client, Prime Super. This acquisition sees PATRIZIA Infrastructure manage Australia’s largest […]