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Strata Community Association QLD

Strata Community Association (Qld) is the peak industry organisation for professional body corporate and community title management in Queensland.

SCAQ represents the interests of professional body corporate managers, support staff, and suppliers to the industry through advocacy and law reform, education and professional development, community building and engagement.

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Masterclass: Managing Disputes With Confidence

This practical, case-based masterclass is designed to give strata managers the confidence to identify, triage and manage disputes effectively, while avoiding common pitfalls that can lead to delays, unnecessary costs or poor outcomes. Led by a panel of experienced strata lawyers, this session will step through real-world dispute scenarios to help you understand where disputes are likely to end up, and what you should do next.

3rd August 2026

Online

Queensland Strata Annual Law Forum

The Queensland Law Forum will cover some of the most pressing legal and regulatory changes impacting the sector right now. With expert speakers, practical takeaways, and the opportunity to connect with peers and policy leaders, the Law Forum is an essential experience for managers, business owners and committee advisors alike.

7th September 2026

The Marriot Hotel, Brisbane

Executive Retreat

The Retreat is the cornerstone of the SCAQ Business Excellence Program (a new initiative of our Professional Pathways Programme) designed to support business leaders strengthen their business, adapt and get ahead of changing conditions, and learn from each other. *This program is exclusively for Body Corporate Management firm members only and 26 - 28 Platinum Partners of SCAQ.

16th - 19th September 2026

Hamilton Island

Professional Accreditation

SCAQ’s Accreditation Program provides internationally recognised professional qualifications for strata community managers, while providing our members with the opportunity to continually develop their skills and knowledge.

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Our 2026 Platinum Partners

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Latest News

Types of Management Styles

Article supplied by HR Business Assist Effective management is a key foundation in today’s working environment. In particular, the effectiveness of a manager’s leadership may be dependent on their management style. It is important to note that management styles can significantly impact the overall performance and success of a company or organisation. A well-adopted management style may lead to improved efficiency and higher productivity. Further, effective management can h

“You Can’t Take the Pain Out of Painting… Or Can You?”

Article supplied by SCAQ Partners, Rochele Let’s be honest. Nobody gets excited when their strata community needs repainting. Unlike a new pool, upgraded facilities or fresh landscaping, painting is often seen as a necessary expense rather than an exciting improvement. Yet for body corporate committees, strata managers and owners, it is one of the most important investments a building can make. The challenge usually isn’t the painting itself. It’s everything surrounding it. C

Standards Matter. Choose a strata professional.

Today SCAQ launched StrataWeek 2026 with a clear message: Standards Matter. Choose a strata professional. Queensland’s strata communities are growing, and with that growth comes the need for professional support, strong standards and trusted advice. Strata managers do far more than administration. They support bodies corporate with governance, meetings, records, financial processes, compliance obligations, maintenance planning, insurance coordination, communication and disput