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QLD Q: Do the new Strata Regulation Modules in Queensland cover just the BCCM module or does it also now embrace the BUGTA module?

Todd Garsden, Mahoneys

NSW Q: Can a proxy vote be cast in AGM elections for Owners Corporation committee members?


Leanne Habib,
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WA Q: I have been given a $400 bill for alleged damage I caused to the common property driveway. Without proof I caused the damage, do I have to pay?

Civic Legal

QLD Q: Is there a Resident's Code of Conduct I could table through an AGM Motion for our Strata Body Corporate Scheme. Ideally this would encompass codes of conduct Resident to Resident and Resident to Body Corporate Committee.

William Marquand, Tower Body Corporate

NSW Q: The original front door on my 1996 unit needs to have an intumescent door seal installed. What are the apartment fire regulations for the installation of intumescent door seals?

Chris Chatham, Linkfire

SA Q: Is a strata manager obliged or legally required to have the strata accounts bookkeeping of a strata corporation performed by a professional bookkeeper or accountant?

Carrie McInerney, Horner Management

QLD Q: Our body corporate manager’s contract is due for renewal. They want to submit a three year contract, which we would consider, but do we have to list an alternative for owners to look at?

Chris Irons, Hynes Legal 

NSW: PEXA and Registration of By-Laws

From 22 March 2021, Consolidation/Change of By-Laws dealings must be lodged electronically through Property Exchange Australia (“PEXA”), unless a waiver applies. 
Bannermans Lawyers

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NSW Q: A lot owner in our 6 lot scheme has been overseas for over a year and hasn't paid his levies for that duration. Why would our strata wait so long to recover the debt?

Leanne Habib,
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QLD: New Regulation Modules Q&A | Todd Garsden Mahoneys

On 1 March 2021 new regulation modules commenced which affect bodies corporate in Queensland. This webinar, including Q&As, discusses the reforms.
Todd Garsden, Mahoneys

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**LAST CHANCE** NAT: Artibus Innovation - Certificate IV in Strata Community Management: Industry Validation Survey

On behalf of the Property Services IRC, Artibus Innovation is seeking stakeholder feedback on the Certificate IV in Strata Community Management. To find out more about the project, please visit the Strata Community Management project page. 
This survey closes on 31 March.

NSW Government - Help shape the future of strata laws in NSW

More than one million people in NSW are being invited to have their say on how laws can be changed to improve the experience of the growing number of people living and working in strata communities.
Read more about it here: Help shape the future of strata laws
Submissions close 7 April 2021
UPDATE: Now includes additional survey about keeping pets in strata

**LAST CHANCE FOR ENTRIES** WA Apartment Advocacy - Awards for Council of Owners

The WAAA has launched a new awards programme which seeks nominations from Council of Owners.  The awards which opened on 1 February and closes on 31 March is calling for nominations from Council of Owners to demonstrate best practice within Strata Companies. Good luck!
Enter due: 31 March. Awards Presentation Night: 21 May
To nominate your COO or find out more click here

Upcoming Events:
Western Australia

Perth City Farm: A Guide to Solar Power Retrofits in Strata Complexes
Perth: 15 April 2021, 5:30 - 7:30 pm
National

SCA: 2021SCA Australia and New Zealand Conference: Share the Vision
Adelaide Convention Centre: 22 - 23 June 2021

Upcoming Events:
New South Wales

OCN + Arena Energy Consulting: Unravelling Embedded Networks
WEBINAR: 31 Mar, 1 - 2 pm AEDT

City of Sydney Council and Waverley Council: Getting solar power approved for your strata building
WEBINAR: 29 Apr, 1 pm AEDT
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