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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


Making a Statement? You're Talking Taubmans®
Enhance your home's charm with Taubmans® Opting to paint a feature wall is a simple yet impactful way to elevate your space, making a...
Jun 27, 20243 min read


Body Corporate Seals - an Update from Titles Queensland
The changes to the Body Corporate and Community Management Act 1997 (Qld) (the Act) have now been in place since 1 May 2024. While there...
Jun 27, 20243 min read


General Manager Update - May
The Courage to Lead: Addressing Key Issues in the Strata Sector Leading with Integrity: Addressing Critical Strata Sector Challenges As I...
May 31, 20242 min read


President's Update - May
The Winds of Change in Strata Management: Embracing a New Era Bob Dylan once sang, "The times they are a-changing," capturing the essence...
May 31, 20243 min read


Never Stuck: How Strata Residents Can Advocate for a Better Energy Deal
Living in a strata community comes with its unique set of challenges and benefits, especially when it comes to managing shared services...
May 29, 20244 min read


Understanding and Managing Lithium-Ion Battery Risks
Lithium-ion batteries are increasingly common in our homes, powering everything from phones and laptops to e-scooters and power tools....
May 29, 20242 min read


Make the Sensitive Choice with Taubmans
If you’re planning a building or renovation project, you have some decisions to make. Some are big and some are small. Deciding on a...
May 29, 20243 min read


Navigating the Cost of Living Crisis:
Altogether Group's Retail Service RedefiningEnergy Management in Queensland Communities As Queensland grapples with the unprecedented...
Apr 29, 20242 min read


General Manager Update - April
Ruminations..... Over the coming months you will hear me talking about the concept of social license a lot, particularly as we navigate...
Apr 29, 20242 min read


President's Update - April
It's great to have a WIN! It's been a bustling time at Strata Community Association Queensland (SCAQ) as we continue our unwavering...
Apr 29, 20242 min read
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