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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 […]
Read full articleDominic Thurbon
February 3, 2025
Following years of advocacy, SCA Australasia was advised early this year that following successful consultation with the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) the occupation title of ‘strata manager’ would be […]
Read full articleBy SCA
December 17, 2024

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 […]
Read full articleBy Grace Lawyers
December 17, 2024

Ann Shevill Memorial Essay Award Sponsored by Chambers Russell Lawyers Congratulations to Award Winner: Rebbecca Cullen, Northern Body Corporate Management Support Team Member Award Sponsored by Altogether Group Congratulations to […]
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December 10, 2024

Essay Award Sponsored by Maritex Commercial Congratulations to Award Winner: Sharon Gray, Strata Energy Services Finalists Joshua Carroll-Fajarda, Vantage Strata Micaela Battiste, LJ Hooker Strata ACT Support Team Member Award […]
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December 10, 2024

Strata living is on the rise in Australia, bringing with it an increasing demand for smart, effective regulation and a growing need for the professionalism of strata managers. The current […]
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December 10, 2024

With New Zealand experiencing unprecedented population growth and urbanisation, SCA (NZ) has recognised the urgent need to address outdated regulatory frameworks that hinder efficient development of the built environment. Given […]
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December 10, 2024

As the ACT General Election approaches, SCA (ACT) has intensified its advocacy efforts to ensure the voices of strata managers, owners, and residents are heard, and that key issues facing […]
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December 10, 2024

The recent Northern Territory election provided a crucial opportunity for SCA (SA/NT) to advocate for the strata sector and push for policy reforms to shape the future of multi-unit developments […]
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December 10, 2024

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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December 10, 2024

Strata Community Manager Rising Star Award Sponsored by Macquarie Bank Congratulations to Award Winner: Abbey Frost, Fresh Strata Finalists Adam Heszberger, Your Local Strata Dominic Bayndrian, Netstrata Ethan Swart, Premier […]
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December 10, 2024

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 […]
Read full articleBy nbn
December 10, 2024

The recent work health and safety (WHS) prosecution cases1 serve as a stark reminder of the importance of safety and compliance with WHS laws in strata complexes. A tragic fatality […]
Read full articleBy Wal Dobrow, Director, BIV Reports
December 10, 2024

Over recent times Work Health and Safety (WH&S) incidents have become front and centre of the strata and Company title industry minds. This is mainly due to the tragic death […]
Read full articleBy Colin Grace, Partner, Grace Lawyers
December 10, 2024

In recent years the strata insurance industry has witnessed an increase in claims from flooding, hail, bushfires and cyclone events. These events are becoming more frequent due to the impacts […]
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December 10, 2024

Financial markets go through hard and soft cycles, where the point in the cycle signals the direction for premiums and availability of cover. Understanding the insurance cycle External factors like […]
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December 10, 2024

Reflecting on Challenges and Preparing for the Future As strata managers, you know better than anyone that strata living has become a cornerstone of urban life in Australia. From modest […]
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December 10, 2024

They say that Strata and Community Management is like the fourth level of government and that new employees to the industry can burn out in as little as two to […]
Read full articleJason Voigt
August 1, 2024

Strata is a tough gig. Most people in this industry know at least one person (if not more) who has left strata due to the demands it had on them […]
Read full articleXian Burton, FSCM
August 1, 2024

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 […]
Read full articleBy Michelle Cummins, SCA National Board Director and SCA Vic Board Director
July 31, 2024