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Cyclone reinsurance pool lowering premiums in high risk areas but affordability concerns remain
The Australian Government’s cyclone reinsurance pool has lowered insurance premiums for customers facing medium to high risk of cyclone,...
Jul 224 min read


Platinum Partner Spotlight: Taubmans
Taubmans is a proud Australian paint brand, supported by one of the world’s largest coatings companies, PPG. Founded in 1897 by George...
Jul 201 min read


Strata Sector Urges Tax Reform to Cut Insurance Costs for Queenslanders
Queensland’s peak body for strata, Strata Community Association Queensland (SCAQ) , has today joined industry calls for urgent tax reform...
Jul 162 min read


Queensland Lot Owners Forced to Subsidise Private Property Sales Under New Disclosure Regime
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Queensland Lot Owners Forced to Subsidise Private Property Sales Under New Disclosure Regime The Queensland...
Jul 102 min read


A year of SCAQ IMPACT
SCAQ President, Andrew Davidson As the financial year end draws close, I have reflected on some of the progress and initiatives that SCAQ...
Jun 305 min read


Strata Resilience Program is delivering for North Queensland
SCAQ is pleased to share positive news for the North Queensland strata sector as there has been an excellent response to the recent...
Jun 271 min read


2025 Queensland State Budget
New Queensland Treasurer David Janetzki has just delivered the first budget of the new LNP Government. While the budget has widely been...
Jun 274 min read


💫 Launching WiSE: A New Chapter for Women in Strata Excellence
Last week marked something incredibly special for our community — not just a beautiful event, but the official launch of WiSE: Women in...
Jun 33 min read


Understanding Payment Claims Under the BIFA: Key Insights for Bodies Corporate
When engaging contractors for building work — whether it’s painting, roofing, or large-scale remedial works — bodies corporate and their...
May 95 min read


Choosing the Best Construction Contract in QLD
When a body corporate undertakes renovation or repair work, selecting the right building contract is crucial to managing risks, ensuring...
Apr 143 min read


Building Mould Maintenance Guide
Mould growth in buildings can pose significant health risks and damage to building materials. Here is our mould maintenance guide.
Mar 103 min read


Safety Glass Saves the Day at U.S. Consulate
Want to feel good after getting hammered? Safety glass is the answer. If you think dealing with broken glass is a pain, spare a thought...
Feb 283 min read


New research shows resilient strata businesses focused on growth
The pandemic has transformed many industries. And strata businesses are no exception.
Feb 243 min read


Exclusive Use Maintenance – ‘But the Owner Built It!’
A recent adjudication decision has clarified a seemingly unchartered issue about maintenance responsibility
Jan 295 min read


Leading with Purpose: Building Culture and Accountability in 2025
As we step into 2025, I am reminded of the critical role that leadership, culture, and accountability play in driving success. At NLR ,...
Jan 292 min read


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
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