September 16, 2021
Apartment Balconies – Issues and Responsibilities for Strata Residents
A balcony is a fantastic asset to have but when it’s located in a strata…
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September 16, 2021
Commissioner’s Office: Smoking in Community Titles Schemes
Smoking in community titles schemes (CTS) is the subject of many enquiries received by our…
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September 7, 2021
Energy Saving Tips for Spring
Spring is here, and it is the perfect time to cut down costs on energy.…
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September 7, 2021
Mahoneys: Bodies Corporate and Airbnb
A number of body corporate lawyers have recently published articles claiming that bodies corporate could…
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September 1, 2021
Pets in Strata – Why You Need Better By-Laws Not Blanket Bans
The issue of pets in strata buildings and the controls that have and are being…
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September 1, 2021
Strata News – August 2021
Links to all the best strata and related industry news from August 2021 Queensland Queensland…
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August 26, 2021
Commissioner’s Office: Declaratory Orders – Out of Time Annual General Meetings
An Annual General Meeting (AGM) must be held within 3 months of the end of…
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August 24, 2021
Mahoneys: Approving Major Maintenance and Improvement Projects
Bodies corporate are no strangers to carrying out large or expensive projects. These projects can…
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August 24, 2021
Honan: Controversial Decision on Property Damage Claims: Implications for Landlords & Property Managers
A landlord takes out an insurance policy on their rental home assuming they will be…
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August 24, 2021
Higgins: How to Manage Painting Contractors On-Site During COVID-19
Managing contractors on-site always requires preparation and forethought to ensure that the job is completed smoothly…
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August 16, 2021
Mahoneys: What To Do if You Receive a LAAN Notice
We have seen a significant increase in telecommunication providers seeking to access a body corporate…
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August 13, 2021
Who Can Get a COVID Vaccine and How to Book in QLD
Queensland Who is eligible for the COVID vaccine in Queensland? Anyone aged 16 and over is…
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August 11, 2021
SCA (Qld) : Stage 3 Cladding Update
Bodies Corporate must give a hard copy Fire Engineer’s statement to all of the building’s occupants…
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August 10, 2021
Qld Covid Restrictions: SEQ Coronavirus Rules Explained
South East Queensland Lockdown lifted - new restrictions in place until 22 August, 4pm. The Queensland…
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August 6, 2021
Different Strata Terminologies Used in Australian States and Territories
There is enough strata jargon out there to confuse all but the most heavily involved…
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August 2, 2021
South East Queensland Lockdown: Advice for Body Corporate Committees
From Saturday 31 July 2021, South East Queensland entered its strictest lockdown yet, and has…
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July 30, 2021
Building Management Statements (BMS) Explained
What Is A Building Management Statement? The Building Management Statement (BMS) is a document that…
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July 30, 2021
Commissioner’s Office: Building Format Plan Maintenance
Owners and committees are often confused about who is responsible for maintenance within their body…
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July 30, 2021
Commissioner’s Office: Standard Format Plan Maintenance
Maintenance in a body corporate can be a confusing issue. Many owners and committees assume…
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July 27, 2021
Accommodation Module vs Standard Module: What’s the Difference?
From very big hotels to small residential blocks and industrial complexes, each different property type…
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July 26, 2021
CHU: Technology Revolutionising The Strata Industry
The past decade has seen technology advance at a rate like never before, this coupled…
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July 22, 2021
Short-Term Rentals – What’s the Deal in QLD?
Many strata communities in Queensland are used for both long-term residential living as well as…
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July 21, 2021
The Queensland Energy Market Explained
How does the electricity market work in QLD? The electricity market in QLD is made…
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July 16, 2021
The Importance of Timely Repairs and Proper Maintenance in Strata
While we may not get the full story of what exactly went wrong for a…
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July 13, 2021
QLD Covid Restrictions to Ease on Friday (16/07/21)
The Queensland government has outlined a further easing of coronavirus restrictions. Restrictions in Queensland will ease from 6am, Friday…
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July 13, 2021
How Your Body Corporate Can Save on Energy
Energy is a big deal in strata communities, with utilities making up between 10% –…
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July 12, 2021
10 Things A Committee Should Consider at a Scheme’s EOFY
With the end of the financially year upon us it might be a good time…
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July 9, 2021
Kerbside Collection Restarts in Brisbane – When is Your Suburb’s Turn?
Brisbane's kerbside large item collection will restarts on Monday, more than a year after it…
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July 8, 2021
Installing CCTV in a Strata Property
Is CCTV required at your strata property? How can they be used without intruding on…
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July 7, 2021
Commissioner’s Office: FAQ – Accessing Body Corporate Records
A body corporate must keep particular records and allow certain people to inspect and copy…
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