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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...
5 days ago3 min read
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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