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General Manager's Update - February
SCAQ’s advocacy efforts have been off to a great start! 2024 is a big one – with two elections, and a big policy agenda for our team to...
Feb 26, 20243 min read


Navigating Embedded Energy Network Transitions: A Guide for Strata Managers
Are you a strata manager overseeing communities operating on an embedded energy network? If so, you understand the importance of securing...
Feb 20, 20242 min read


President's Update - January
Happy New Year to every member of SCAQ. I trust the holiday season was a chance to relax and enjoy time with friends and family. For some...
Jan 30, 20242 min read


General Manager's Update - January
Wild Weather in Far North Queensland As I write this, Far North Queensland is again preparing for another cyclone to make landfall. As we...
Jan 30, 20243 min read


SCAQ 2024 Conference - "A Whole New World"
The SCAQ 2024 Conference is not just an event; it's a gateway to a transformative journey that promises to expand your approach to strata...
Jan 24, 20242 min read


General Manager Update - December
It's been an astounding 2023 in so many ways and as I reflect on all the SCAQ team have achieved this year, I am filled with an enormous...
Dec 19, 20233 min read


President's Update - November
It has been an extremely busy month for SCAQ with the Queensland Strata Community Awards for Excellence on the 10th of November and the...
Nov 29, 20231 min read


General Manager Update - November
November 2023 - what a month! As I write, I am reflecting on a series of stellar events that genuinely cement what it means to be a...
Nov 29, 20232 min read


Winners Announced for the 2023 Queensland Strata Community Awards for Excellence
We are thrilled to unveil the special edition Queensland Strata Community Awards for Excellence Magazine, showcasing the outstanding...
Nov 28, 20231 min read


Bright ideas for safe and sustainable festive decorations in strata buildings
'Tis the season to be jolly, and there's nothing quite like the warm glow of festive decorations to bring holiday cheer. As strata...
Nov 28, 20232 min read


Are your Glass Balustrades fit for purpose?
If you’re the owner or manager of an apartment building, then your glass balustrades could be deemed unsafe under a new Australian...
Nov 22, 20232 min read


Beware - Changes to Unfair Contract Terms
Unfair contract terms (UCT) refer to provisions in a contract that create a significant imbalance between the rights and obligations of...
Nov 6, 20232 min read


What are energy efficient windows?
Everything you need to know about energy efficient windows With rising energy prices, unpredictable weather patterns and growing...
Nov 6, 20233 min read


President's Update - October
The Queensland Strata Community Awards for Excellence are almost upon us! It’s set to be a fantastic night to showcase our sector, and I...
Oct 28, 20231 min read


General Manager Update - October
This is a particularly exciting update that I have the pleasure of sharing with you today. There's been a lot going on! As I write this,...
Oct 28, 20232 min read


Queensland Land Valuations 2024
20 Local Government Areas (LGA’s) to Receive New Land Valuations in 2024 The Valuer-General has announced that new land valuations will...
Oct 25, 20233 min read


Top 10 Tips to Avoid a Summer Energy Bill Shock!
Altogether are passionate about creating a brighter future for all and always thinking about how to better utilise power, water and data...
Oct 24, 20234 min read


Power Play: Unveiling the quirky duel between retail & agency energy networks for strata communities
In today's ever-evolving energy landscape, strata communities are presented with innovative ways to source power, such as embedded energy...
Aug 24, 20233 min read


Planning and the Battle for the Soul of Our Communities
By Laura Bos, General Manager SCAQ Diversity, equity and inclusion are all things many of us are more cognisant of than ever. We try to...
Aug 23, 20233 min read


President’s Award Recipient - Julie MacCarthy
Julie McCarthy has been a member of SCA (Qld) for almost two decades. She has won awards for essay contributions as well as being a...
Aug 23, 20232 min read
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