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Update from the President - November
As the year draws to a close, it is both a pleasure and a privilege to connect with our members once again. Reflecting on 2024, and our...
Dec 9, 20242 min read


Not All "House Rules" Are Valid
A body corporate commonly creates policies about various practical matters at the scheme. These policies are usually referred to as...
Dec 9, 20244 min read


Optimising Cyber Security: From Basics to Best Practices
Cyber security breaches are a growing concern for Australian businesses of all sizes nationwide. The Australian Cyber Security Centre ...
Nov 28, 20245 min read


What About my Human Rights? Does Human Rights Legislation Apply to Strata?
Written by Jarad Mahar, Partner, Grace Legal In most modern democracies, the progression of the human rights movement over the last 75...
Nov 12, 20245 min read


The Importance of Painting Your Home
Written by Jeremy Festa - Key Client Manager at Rochele Painting This will be nothing new for some, but hopefully a stark reminder for us...
Nov 12, 20244 min read


Update from the President - September
Our Vision - A thriving Strata Sector The Power of Good Governance: A Message to SCAQ Members As the Strata Community Association...
Oct 1, 20243 min read


Navigating Decision-Making Whilst Acting Reasonably
Written by Christian Dreyer, Partner, Grace Lawyers In Queensland, Section 94(2) of the Body Corporate and Community Management Act 1997...
Sep 24, 20244 min read


Are Bodies Corporate managing repairs and maintenance effectively?
The catastrophic partial collapse of the Champlain Towers South in Florida on 24 June 2021, underscored the dire consequences of...
Sep 20, 20242 min read


Update from the President - August
Boxing the Shadows and Dispelling the Myths Promoting Clarity in the Strata Sector Amidst Speculation The strata industry relies on...
Sep 4, 20243 min read


Managed IT to Strengthen and Optimise Strata IT Services
In the evolving world of strata management, ensuring seamless operations and robust data security has become more critical than ever. As...
Aug 30, 20244 min read


Homes for LIFE - SCAQ's Election Advocacy Focuses on 'Beyond the Build'
Insurance affordability, short-stay letting, elevating industry standards, and building and construction defects. These are just a few of...
Aug 29, 20242 min read


New Execution Requirements for Bodies Corporate
Written by Jarad Maher, Partner, Grace Lawyers On 28 August 2024, Titles Queensland released updates to its Land Titles Practice Manual,...
Aug 29, 20243 min read


How to Simplify Strata Claims
If you are fortunate, you may never need to make an insurance claim at your strata property. Unfortunately, with severe weather events...
Aug 20, 20242 min read


President's Update - July
The Nexus of Culture, Ethics, and Leadership: Driving Lasting Change for the Strata Sector In today’s rapidly evolving business...
Jul 31, 20243 min read


Grace Lawyers Expands their Strata Legal Services in Victoria with the Appointment of a New Melbourne Team
Grace Lawyers appoints a new team in Melbourne, to expand their comprehensive strata legal services in Victoria. From 1 August, 2024,...
Jul 30, 20242 min read


Can a body corporate indefinitely delay significant remedial works while exploring a redevelopment opportunity?
Short summary: An adjudicator has ordered the body corporate of a 50-year-old building to carry out significant structural repairs,...
Jul 9, 20247 min read


SCAQ has significant advocacy win for short-term letting management in Brisbane
The Strata Community Association Queensland (SCAQ) is strongly advocating for body corporate committees to have the authority to make...
Jun 28, 20242 min read


Why stamp duty change won’t fix housing crisis
By SCAQ General Manager Laura Bos No one who calls Queensland home could be immune to our ongoing housing crisis, from tent cities to...
Jun 28, 20242 min read


Measures a Body Corporate can Implement to Help Manage the Cost of Insurance
Strata buildings with poor maintenance practices are at risk of facing higher insurance premiums. By demonstrating consistent building...
Jun 27, 20242 min read


Strata Terminology Across Australia
Although there are strata communities across all states and territories in Australia, the legislation governing them and the language...
Jun 27, 20243 min read
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