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Homeowner Insights: Separating Fact from Fiction

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 […]

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By CHU

September 8, 2025

How Strata Managers Can Help Bring Full Fibre to the Buildings You Manage

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. […]

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By nbn

September 8, 2025

Don’t Fall into the Protection Gap

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 […]

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By BCB

September 8, 2025

Safety Duties on Common Property: National Impact from the Fatal Gate Case

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 […]

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By Wal Dobrow, Director, BIV Reports

September 8, 2025

New Approach to EV in Strata

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 […]

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By Active

September 8, 2025

Raising the Bar: How Compliance and Competence are Redefining Professionalism in Strata Management

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 […]

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Written by Anna Hahm, Partner, and Catia Pieriboni, Lawyer, Grace Lawyers

September 8, 2025

SCA Advocacy Round Up

Australian Capital Territory Leveraging relationships enabled SCA (ACT) to secure a major advocacy win in the October 2024 ACT election, successfully campaigning for, and obtaining a commitment from all parties, […]

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By SCA

May 13, 2025

Industry Issues

Industry Issues pulls together some of the most interesting and important themes in the strata industry over the past few months.   AI in Strata The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) […]

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By SCA

May 13, 2025

Strata Insights 2024

SCA is excited to share and profile the latest deep dive into the strata industry, Australasian Strata Insights Report 2024. The report, produced in partnership between Strata Community Association (SCA) and the UNSW […]

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By SCA

May 13, 2025

President and CEO Report – First Edition 2025

The strata industry stands at a pivotal moment. The past year has been one of challenge and transformation, laying the groundwork for an ambitious agenda for 2025 and beyond. Strata […]

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By SCA

May 12, 2025

Australia Tops Charts for Litigation Claims

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 […]

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By BCB

May 12, 2025

Protect Yourself When Dealing with a Rebarbative Lot Owner and Strata Committee

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 […]

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By Wal Dobrow, Director, BIV Reports

May 12, 2025

Are You Overpaying for Energy?

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 […]

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By Active

May 12, 2025

To Infinity and Beyond – Well Just 2025 Really!

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 […]

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By Colin Grace, Partner, Grace Lawyers

May 12, 2025

Innovation Driving Positive Change

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 […]

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By CHU

May 12, 2025

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Navigating the Impact of Short-Term Rentals

Short term rentals (STRs) have become increasingly common in strata communities, presenting financial opportunities for property owners but also posing significant challenges to community cohesion, safety, and resident satisfaction.

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Nathan Patterson

April 14, 2025

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Building Defects: Who Pays the Price?

Building defects can quickly become a financial and emotional burden for strata owners. With the boom in high-rise strata construction the reality is clear: the strata sector urgently needs stronger […]

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March 31, 2025

How Strata Management Firms Can Make the Most of the Moments That Matter

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 […]

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Dominic Thurbon

February 3, 2025

‘Strata manager’ now officially recognised by the ABS as an occupation in Australia

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 […]

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By SCA

December 17, 2024

High Court of Australia Makes a Landmark Ruling in Favour of Strata Schemes in Building Defect Claims

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 […]

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By Grace Lawyers

December 17, 2024