Structural Health Management in Queensland’s Multi Storey Community Title Schemes: A Call for Reform
Article prepared by Dr Bryan Groenendaal Thank you to all SCAQ members who took part in my recently completed research study at Bond University, titled “Preserving Structural Health in Community Title Schemes Above Three Storeys in Queensland.” Using qualitative data from stakeholders such as lot owners, body corporates, management service providers and structural engineers, the study explores the legal, technical and management shortcomings that impact the structural integri
If you're not increasing, you're already going backwards
Article supplied by SCAQ General Manager Laura Bos Let's start with the thing nobody wants to say out loud. Profit is not a dirty word. I've spent years in the not-for-profit sector, or profit for purpose as I prefer to call it, and I'll say the same thing there as I'll say here. Profiteering is a different beast entirely. But genuine reward for genuine effort should be applauded, not apologised for. We have a bit of a thing about that in this country. Nobody else is allowed
Record Keeping and Documentation
Article supplied by HR Business Assist Record keeping and documentation are important aspects of effective people management. While maintaining records can sometimes be time consuming, appropriate documentation may assist employers in clearly communicating expectations, recording decisions, demonstrating compliance with workplace obligations and maintaining consistency across employment relationships. Good documentation can also assist in reducing misunderstandings by provi