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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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Conducting regular building valuations for your strata property is extremely important. If you haven’t had a building valuation in the past 3 years, there is a high chance your building […]

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 […]

The 2023-2024 SCA Australasia Awards was held on 5 July 2024 in Sydney. We recognised and rewarded those who made a significant contribution to the Strata Industry. Congratulations to all […]

SCA Australasia The preparation of the 2024 SCA Australasian Strata Insights Full Report is underway, with its release anticipated later this year. This report will provide valuable insights into the […]

Housing shortages and building targets Housing affordability and supply is a central issue in every state and territory and critical to the federal government’s agenda. The New National Housing Accord […]

Strata managers serve as vital intermediaries and trusted advisors within the complex ecosystem of strata communities. Their role encompasses a diverse array of responsibilities, including but not limited to interpreting […]

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 […]

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 […]

A little over a month ago, the ABC aired a story with allegations of excessive charging and conflicts of interest against a strata management firm, Netstrata. SCA has taken these […]