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Australia: Building Managers: How to transfer or terminate agreements

Hi, this is Allison Benson from Thoughts from a Strata Lawyer and Kerin Benson Lawyers. Today I am following up…

8 months ago

Australia: Get Proactive With Strata Maintenance

It may be time to review your strata maintenance.  Maintenance is so important for buildings, for resale and rentability. It’s…

8 months ago

Australia: Dealing with Adjoining Owners

Strata disputes and common property come in all shapes and sizes, especially when dealing with neighbouring property owners.  As owners…

8 months ago

Australia: Strata Management Statements and the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015: Inconsistencies in Owners Corporations’ rights (NSW)

The case of Walker Corporation Pty Ltd v The Owners – Strata Plan No 61618 [2023] NSWCA 125 highlights the…

9 months ago

Australia: One contract, one cause of action for defective building work

The Owners Corporation (owners) of a residential strata development in Haymarket commenced proceedings against Parkview Constructions Pty Ltd (builder) and…

9 months ago

Australia: 10 Common Maintenance Challenges in Strata Properties

Living in a strata property in Western Australia offers a range of benefits, including shared amenities, reduced maintenance responsibilities, and…

9 months ago

Australia: The Crucial Role of an Effective Strata Council

In the sprawling landscape of Western Australia, strata communities have emerged as a prominent housing choice, offering a blend of…

9 months ago

Australia: Demystifying Unit Entitlement (WA)

If you’re a proud strata owner in Western Australia, understanding “Unit Entitlement” (UE) is vital. This term plays a pivotal…

9 months ago

Australia: Don’t You Dare Sue Me – Overstepping the Mark

Is it legitimate for a lot owner to pressure an owners corporation not to sue her or defend legal action…

9 months ago

Australia: There is nothing common about this strata property

Strata title doesn’t exist without a building: it’s fundamental.  There must be a strata building to create a strata corporation,…

9 months ago