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The release of the ACT Legislative Assembly’s Inquiry into the Management of Strata Properties marks one of the most significant reviews of strata legislation and practice undertaken in the Territory […]

The release of the NSW 2025 Strata Defects Report, developed by Building Commission NSW in partnership with SCA (NSW), captures the experiences of strata managers overseeing 520 buildings. The research […]

For owners and residents, fast and reliable internet connectivity is increasingly front of mind. Why should I think about nbn right now? Many strata buildings were initially connected to the […]

Since 1 July 2026, significant reforms introduced by both the Australian Energy Regulator (AER) and the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) have come into effect for embedded networks across […]

CHU’s new 2026 Strata Index highlights a significant opportunity for strata professionals to make their value more visible to owners. In strata management, much of the work that matters most […]

We all know that life has gotten a bit more expensive lately, and the construction industry is certainly no exception. If you’ve tried to book a tradie or buy building […]

Climate change may be intensifying more rapidly than governments, financial institutions and insurance markets anticipated*. This is heightening concerns about the readiness and resilience of our insurance capacity and the […]

SCA remains focused on strengthening the profession, supporting members and ensuring the sector is equipped for the future. Advocacy and Industry Leadership Across the states and chapters, locally SCA has […]

Residential strata buildings rely on elevators every day – and when lifts stop working, residents notice immediately. For strata managers, reliable lift performance is about more than convenience. It is […]

The introduction of Victoria’s new Owners Corporations (Education) Regulations 2026* establishes mandatory education and continuing professional development (CPD) requirements for Officers in Effective Control (OIEC). For decades, the Strata Community […]

NSW: Influencing Policy and Reform SCA (NSW) continues to be the leading voice for the strata management profession in NSW through direct engagement with members, elected representatives, regulators and key […]

Delegating authority within a strata scheme can improve efficiency, but it also carries legal risk if done incorrectly. This article explores how an Owners Corporation can lawfully delegate functions to […]

My journey in strata management began in the late 1990s, when most people had no idea what we actually did. It’s fair to say we weren’t seen as professionals—just someone […]

Insights from the CHU 2026 Strata Index CHU’s 2026 Strata Index highlights a significant opportunity for strata professionals to make their value more visible to owners, and maintenance could be […]

Advocacy remains central to Strata Community Association’s mission to support well governed, sustainable and resilient strata communities. SCA in all states, territories, and regions across Australia and New Zealand continues […]

Across Australia and New Zealand, more people are choosing to live in apartments and townhouses. Many enjoy the lifestyle, convenience and sense of community that highdensity living offers. Yet questions […]

Separation or divorce reshapes life in ways people rarely expect, and one of the most immediate pressures is housing. Two people who once shared the cost of a single home […]

For many strata managers, the phrase “embedded network tender” signals complexity, regulatory issues, risk, and costly third-party consultants. But what if that assumption is no longer true? Across Australia, more […]

Living in strata is becoming increasingly common across Australia, driven by the affordability, convenience and access to established infrastructure. However, with shared walls and shared amenities comes a complex framework […]

Here’s what you need to know Sustainability in strata is increasingly understood as more than an environmental objective. While emissions reduction and climate targets remain important, sustainability in a strata […]