Winter Preventative Maintenance Planning: A Guide for Strata Committees
Winter is also a good opportunity for committees to review whether any preventative maintenance works should be scheduled for the year ahead. Planning ahead helps avoid situations where urgent repairs need to be funded through unexpected special levies. Reviewing Building Maintenance Before Winter Common projects may include: Roof inspections and repairs Gutter cleaning Waterproofing investigations […]
Winter Maintenance Checklist for Apartment Owners
Winter has a habit of exposing problems that have been quietly sitting in the background. A small roof leak suddenly becomes a water ingress issue. Gutters that haven’t been cleaned overflow during heavy rain. Common area lighting becomes more noticeable when residents are leaving for work in the dark and returning home after sunset. For […]
What Happens If You Don’t Pay Your Strata Levies?
Nobody likes receiving bills, particularly when the cost of living continues to place pressure on household budgets. However, if you own a property within a strata scheme, paying your strata levies is a legal obligation and an important part of maintaining the financial health of your community. While missing a levy payment may not seem […]
What Homeowners Need to Know About the 2026 / 2027 Federal Budget
The Federal Government’s 2026 / 2027 Budget has placed housing firmly at the centre of the national conversation. From changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax (CGT), through to major commitments around housing supply and infrastructure, this year’s Budget signals a significant shift in how Australia approaches affordability, investment, and housing development moving […]
Strata Law Reforms 2026: What’s Changing — and Why It Matters for Owners Corporations
From 1 April 2026, a new wave of strata and community land legislation will come into effect across New South Wales. While many of these changes focus on documentation and compliance, they signal something much bigger: a continued shift toward greater transparency and long-term financial planning within strata schemes. For owners corporations, understanding what’s changing, […]
