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As population growth persists, so too does the demand and development high-density urban housing options. Accordingly, the size and scale of the strata community management industry is linked very closely […]

The Australian Federal Government is unlocking $1bn in finance as part of the Household Energy Upgrades Fund with residential strata-titled buildings targeted as part of the program. The fund is […]

Industry Issues pulls together some of the most interesting and important themes in the strata industry over the past few months. Emerging alternatives to traditional housing options As the housing […]

National SCA has been a heavy contributor to the ANZSCO reclassification process over the past months, specifically advocating for strata managers to be included as their own unit group under […]

This edition of Inside Strata brings you expert insights and the latest updates from our dynamic and thriving sector. At this time of year, teams across all regions are working […]

No capital. No need to raise owner levies. Challenge solved. Smart Urban Properties Australia (SUPA) recognise the challenge owners corporations and building managers have in maintaining and improving their buildings […]

Property peak body Strata Community Association (SCA) has released an industry first Strata Insurance Disclosure Best Practice Guideline that will improve strata insurance practices and outcomes for its members and […]

Australasia SCA has been focused on driving growth across all jurisdictions, expanding resources in order to provide the appropriate level of support, guidance and advocacy that is required to navigate […]

The 2022-2023 SCA Australasia Awards was held on 7 June 2023 in Darwin. We recognised and rewarded those who made a significant contribution to the Strata Industry. Congratulations to all […]

The strata manager role requires a unique mix of people and process skills according to new ‘Voice of the Strata Manager’ national research. It shows getting out and about for […]

In recent years, there has been a growing awareness of the importance of psychosocial hazards in the workplace. Psychosocial hazards are those factors that can lead to stress, anxiety, depression, […]

An Original Essay by Nathan Land Competition through lowering the management fees per lot. It is the most common (and in some cases easiest) way for Body Corporate Management companies […]

An Original Essay by Tarnee Lamb Picture this: Two buildings, the first in stage one and the second in stage two. Same design, same building materials…but two very different sets […]

An increasingly complex area of strata management involves placement of specialist strata insurance products. Strata is a unique model of property ownership. Insurance for “Common Property”, the owned and shared […]

For most people, returning home from a long day at work or a holiday away is something they look forward to. It’s their safe haven where they feel comfortable and […]

National SCA has kicked off 2023 with a whirlwind of activity in every jurisdiction across Australia and New Zealand. Nationally, strata insurance affordability, availability and transparency has continued as a […]

Industry news pulls together some of the most interesting and important stories in the strata industry over the past few months. Short-term Letting Strata dense areas across Australia and New […]

In response to the rapidly increasing demand for electric vehicles (EVs) in Australia, SCA identified a critical need to investigate the significant, and unique challenges that are faced when attempting […]

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, […]

Finding skilled, capable, and motivated staff has become an increasing challenge for Australian businesses, with the labour market at its tightest since the 1970s. What are the push and pull […]