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NSW: Recommended Electronic Strata Meeting Processes to Reduce the Spread of Coronavirus
Bannermans Lawyers

Question: In readiness for our upcoming teleconference AGM, our strata manager has requested a proxy form from a Committee member to validly opening the meeting. We have not previously approved teleconferencing as a valid method of voting. Is a proxy necessary?

QLD Government Announcement: COVID-19 Strata Regulations

Chris Irons,
Hynes Legal

These amendments commence on a date to be determined (but likely to be very soon) and expire on 31 December 2020. We cover what this bill deals with, and what it means for owners, committees, managers and others.

WA: Are Your Fire Systems Really Compliant?
Greg McCulloch, Westside Fire Services

Did you know Australian Standard 1851 requires some fire systems to have long term tests to be completed at 5, 10, 25 and 30 years? The strata manager or a responsible person on the council of owners should understand what tests are required and when they fall due. 

SA: Q&A Common Property Alterations - Allowed without consent?
Tony Johnson, Stratarama

Question: A lot owner has modified a common area gate without seeking approval. Shouldn't all owners have been consulted before any modifications were made? Are owners able to make changes to common property without consent?

NSW: Q&A Owners Corporation Meeting Minutes - How much detail should go in?
Natalie Fitzgerald, 
More Than Strata

Question: Can a committee member sign off on minutes at a committee meeting as being true and accurate when they were not at that meeting to hear the minutes?

Water Damage Insurance Claims and The Excess in Strata Properties
Tyrone Shandiman,
Strata Insurance Solutions

Question:  Improper waterproofing resulted in a water leak in our new apartment building. The building is under warranty & the leak is being repaired by the builder. Who pays for damage to our roman blinds?

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LookUpStrata's Owner/Director, Nikki Jovicic was delighted to appear on this week's Your Strata Property PODCAST with Amanda Farmer. Thanks so much, Amanda & Team at Your Strata Property! You can listen to the chat here.

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