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Latest Articles From the LookUpStrata Blog

QLD Q: Our caretaker will not enforce bylaw breaches. As a lot owner, can I issue a Form 1 to start breach proceedings?

William Marquand, Tower Body Corporate

NSW Q: How do we force a decision in a 4 unit, self-managed complex? There are always 2 for and 2 against.

Leanne Habib,
Premium Strata

QLD Q:  During the current lockdown in SEQ (31/7/21 to 8/8/21) is our body corporate required to shut our gym in our strata scheme?

Chris Irons, Hynes Legal

WA Q: The role of the council of owners vs the role of the strata manager. Who really runs the show?

Scott Bellerby, B Strata

NSW: What can we do if the Strata Committee does not reply to us when I write to them about an issue.

Tim Sara, Strata Choice

VIC Q: We would like our OC manager to source strata insurance quotes but she won’t help unless it’s through their broker. At the moment, they receive 28% commission.

Tyrone Shandiman, 
Strata Insurance Solutions

QLD: Standard Format Plan Maintenance

Michelle Scott, Commissioner for Body Corporate and Community Management

NSW: What Can I Do if My By-Law Wa Unreasonably Refused?

Allison Benson,
Kerin Benson Lawyers

Last Edition's Star Articles

NSW Q: Do I need common building insurance for my detached Duplex?

Tyrone Shandiman, 
Strata Insurance Solutions

QLD Q: An appointed contractor was not able to carry out works. Should owners vote on the new appointment?

Todd Garsden, Mahoneys

Highlighting LookUpStrata Sponsors

 

Covid19 Plans

Covid19 Safety Plans for Strata

Kerin Benson Lawyers Pty Ltd

Specialised Legal Advice for Strata

UPCOMING STRATA WEBINARS

NSW: High Performing Strata Committees + Q&A
WEBINAR: 19 August, 10 AM AEST


Registrations Now Open - Register HERE

Find out all about strata committees when we are joined by Rod Smith from The Strata Collective to talk about high performing strata committees and answer your NSW Strata Committee Q&As.

Don't miss this important session. Find out what makes a high performing strata committee, including common traits of these committees and tips on how to achieve this!

Find out more about The Strata Collective HERE.

Announcements

NSW Complete the survey - COVID-19 strata and community laws
**Last Chance**

Strata owners and managers are invited to complete a short survey about using digital technology in managing strata and community schemes.  
 
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, the NSW Government made temporary changes to the law governing how strata and community schemes meet, vote, and sign documents.  

The NSW Government is now considering whether any of these changes, or similar changes, should be permanent. Your participation in this survey will help inform these decisions. Survey open until Thursday 5 August.
NSW: Apply for an energy assessment grant
Owners corporations in the City of Sydney are eligible to apply for a Ratings and Assessment grant. The next grant round is open 19 July - 23 August. On offer: up to $10,000 for 1st yr NABERS ratings, $5,000 for 2nd yr NABERS ratings and $10,000 for water/energy assessments that are to be completed alongside a NABERS rating. 

Strata Positions Vacant


State: NSW
Location/Region: Sydney
Role/Position: Strata Manager
Company: Strata Central
More Information: Strata Central Careers
State: NSW
Location/Region: Greater Sydney
Role/Position (5): Strata Manager, Compliance & Risk Administrator, Company Title/Strata Manager, Assistant Strata Manager, Customer Service Associate
Company: Strata Choice
More Information: Strata Choice Careers
State: QLD
Location/Region: Gold Coast, Mermaid Beach
Role/Positions: Paralegal/Legal Assistant
Company: Cannon and Co Law Pty Ltd
More Information: SEEK Listing
State: NSW
Location/Region: CBD, Inner West & Eastern Suburbs
Role/Positions: Assistant Strata Manager
Company: Premium Strata
More Information: SEEK Listing

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Upcoming Events:

South Australia

LookUpStrata + Horner Management: Ask Us Anything (SA Strata) Q&A
WEBINAR: 5 August, 10 AM ACST
**Last Chance to Register**
Western Australia

SCA (WA): Owner Forum - Financials
Swanbourne: 4 August, 6 - 8 PM

SCA (WA): 
Strata Fundamentals - By-Laws and Strata Plans
Bentley: 12 August, 9 AM - 4 PM (1/2 or Full Day)
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New South Wales

LookUpStrata + The Strata Collective: NSW High Performing Strata Committees + Q&A
WEBINAR: 19 August, 10 AM AEST
Registrations Now Open
Queensland

BCCM: Standard Format Plan Maintenance
WEBINAR: 17 August, 2 PM AEST

BCCM:
Building Format Plan Maintenance
WEBINAR: 24 August, 2 PM AEST
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