March 4, 2021
Mahoneys: Committee Eligibility and Election Changes
We previously summarised the new body corporate regulations commencing on 1 March 2021. One group…
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March 3, 2021
Multicultural Strata Communities – Breaking Down Barriers
Increasing numbers of people are calling strata properties home and this is particularly the case…
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March 2, 2021
Strata News – February 2021
Links to all the best strata and related industry news from February 2021. Queensland…
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February 25, 2021
New QLD Body Corporate Laws – March 1
The Queensland Government has passed amendments to the Body Corporate and Community Management Regulation Modules…
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February 24, 2021
National Report Highlights the Benefits of Pet-Inclusive Housing
According to a new report - ‘Housing and housing assistance pathways with companion animals: Risks,…
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February 19, 2021
CHU: La Niña – Strata Risks and How to Minimise Them
The present La Niña weather pattern may impact Australian strata title buildings. Last September the…
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February 19, 2021
Draincare: Concealed Water Leaks – The Hidden Cost.
Concealed water leaks to properties consist of a burst water supply pipe located underground which…
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February 17, 2021
Mailbox Security in Strata
Protecting against mailbox theft is not a new issue for strata properties, but the scale…
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February 16, 2021
Disability Access for Bodies Corporate: Is Your Building Wheelchair Friendly?
Many unit owners might be surprised to know that the body corporate has legal responsibilities…
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February 11, 2021
Get a Fee-Free NABERS Rating Before July 2021
NABERS refers to the National Australian Built Environment Rating System; which in simple words is…
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February 9, 2021
Expiry of COVID-19 Amendments – April 30
Last year the Queensland Government made amendments to the State's body corporate legislation with the…
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February 9, 2021
Lift Registration for Bodies Corporate
Often overlooked by some strata properties, one of the most important things for the body…
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February 8, 2021
SCA: Strata Reform in QLD Building Up a Head of Steam For 2021
This article is about the new body corporate regulations in Queensland commencing on the 1…
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February 5, 2021
Keep the Wipes out of the Pipes: Think Before You Flush!
Ever heard of a fatberg? Fatbergs are created when wet wipes flushed down the toilet…
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February 3, 2021
What to Consider When Creating a Balcony Garden
60 per cent of Australians believe getting outside and connecting with nature is more important…
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February 1, 2021
Dealing with Graffiti in Strata
Graffiti and vandalism are encountered in urban areas all over the world and unfortunately Australia…
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January 29, 2021
Commissioner’s Office: Standard Module Regulation Changes – General Meetings
As general meetings are the primary means of body corporate decision-making, the provisions regulating them…
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January 28, 2021
Strata News – January 2021
Links to all the best strata and related industry news from January 2021. Defects/Cladding…
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January 28, 2021
What To Do About Illegal Drug Activity In Your Complex?
Meth (Ice) If you are a strata resident what do you do if you suspect…
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January 25, 2021
Mahoneys: Car Park Reconfiguration
Parking, one of the four “Ps” for bodies corporate, is a common problem area that…
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January 19, 2021
How Apartment Residents Can Keep the Peace on Australia Day
Australia Day festivities can often strain relations between neighbours in strata communities. Unfortunately, there will…
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January 18, 2021
What Does the ACCC’s Final Report Into Insurance in Northern Australia Mean for Strata?
This article is about the ACCC’s final report into insurance in Northern Australia and what…
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January 18, 2021
New Laws for QLD Bodies Corporate – 1 March 2021
The Queensland Government has passed amendments to the Body Corporate and Community Management Regulation Modules…
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January 18, 2021
Mahoneys: Marina Berths in Bodies Corporate
A marina berth can be a selling point for a community title scheme – if…
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January 15, 2021
Kilmartin Knyvett Lawyers: Can We Remove A Poorly Behaved Committee Member?
2021 is upon us and people everywhere have been engaging in the time-honoured tradition of…
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January 14, 2021
Current Greater Brisbane Covid-19 Restrictions
Strict stay-at-home orders that kept millions of Greater Brisbane residents housebound have been lifted, allowing…
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December 18, 2020
Maintaining a Healthy Pool
While pools in strata are fantastic for maintaining and promoting active lifestyles for improved health…
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December 17, 2020
Dealing with Odours
Odour, or smell, is experienced when one or more chemical compounds in a gaseous form…
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December 16, 2020
Holiday Period: Tips for Bodies Corporate
The holidays are almost here and it’s time to finally relax and have a good…
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December 16, 2020
Maintaining the Gym
The average gym user may not realise it, but keeping a gym operating smoothly is…
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