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News and Articles From Strata Community Association NSW

NSW CPD hours released for 2024/25

April 3, 2024 No Comments

On Thursday, the NSW Fair Trading released details on the new CPD education year, expected hours and training delivery requirements, and what the compulsory topics will be. Key takeaways: CPD

Common Questions about Risk Management for Strata Businesses

April 2, 2024 No Comments

In a recent SCA NSW fortnightly webinar, Wal Dobrow, Director from BIV Reports, answered common questions and provided insights into effective risk management for strata businesses. Here are some common

VALE JOHN O’BRIEN

March 20, 2024 No Comments

It is with great sadness that we, at SCA NSW, acknowledge the passing of John O’Brien, a former President of our organisation. John passed away peacefully at his home

6 things to know about Proxies in Strata

Proxies in Strata – Six Things You Need to Know

March 11, 2024 No Comments

Proxies can be a confusing concept, but they are important for everyone living in a strata scheme. A proxy is a written authority permitting a person to vote at a

Strata Success – ABS Elevates Strata Managers to Independent Occupation Status

February 29, 2024 No Comments

‘Strata manager’ to receive official recognition as an occupation nationally by the ABS for the first time In a significant development for the strata sector, the Australian Bureau of Statistics

Revolutionising Strata Insurance – SCA Releases Best Practice Guideline

February 27, 2024 No Comments

In a groundbreaking move, property peak body Strata Community Association (SCA) has released an industry-first Strata Insurance Disclosure Best Practice Guideline. This landmark guideline is poised to reshape strata insurance

Insights from the 2023 Strata Defects Survey

December 16, 2023 No Comments

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Krlz9aS0qfE A new report by has revealed that over half (53%) of strata buildings experienced serious defects between 2016-2022, prompting owners corporations to allocate an estimated $79 million for rectification

POLICY UPDATE | NSW Strata Reforms have passed through ….

December 14, 2023 No Comments

POLICY UPDATE | NSW Strata Reforms Phase 1 of the Strata Legislation Amendment Bill 2023 (NSW) has officially commenced, marking a major milestone in strata legislation. These reforms, shaped by

What noise levels qualify as a nuisance?

November 25, 2023 No Comments

We get it. It’s 9:55 pm on a Thursday, and the one person in the block who doesn’t have kids has decided to have a couple of Friday-eve drinks and

Cost Relief for Strata Owners as NSW Government Plans to Scrap Emergency Services Levy

November 24, 2023 No Comments

The move is expected to save strata owners up to 15% on their insurance bill. In a landmark decision, Premier Chris Minns has unveiled a significant overhaul in the funding

NSW Government Announces $10 Million in Grants for EV Ready Building Upgrades

November 9, 2023 No Comments

NSW Government Announces $10 Million in Grants for EV Ready Building Upgrades Exciting news for all residents and owners of strata buildings across NSW. The NSW Government has unveiled

Pet Lovers Rejoice – NSW Government to Ban Fees for Pets in Strata

October 29, 2023 No Comments

In the exciting landscape of the upcoming strata law reforms in NSW, the Minns government is set to remove fees and bonds for pet owners in strata schemes while also