This article provides an overview of a national webinar on strata building EV charging solutions. The webinar session, led by Charlie Richardson of NOX Energy and Jake Sharp of MiMOR, aimed to equip strata communities with the essential knowledge to navigate the increasing adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) and related e-mobility devices such as ebikes and escooters.
This article provides an overview of a webinar presented by Matthew Lo, Special Counsel at Kerin Benson Lawyers, focusing on the significant changes introduced by the Strata Schemes Legislation Amendment Bill 2025 in New South Wales. The webinar aimed to equip owners corporations and stakeholders with the knowledge to understand the implications of this new legislation and prepare for the future of strata living.
Commencing legal action and authorising strata litigation can be a daunting prospect for any body corporate or owners corporation. Beyond the stresses of the dispute itself, failing to adhere to the correct internal authorisation procedures can mean the fight is lost before it even begins. This essential webinar, presented by Michael Kleinschmidt, Partner & Legal Practitioner Director of Bugden Allen and a leading strata lawyer, delved into the critical steps required to properly authorise litigation, drawing on insights from recent case law.
A recent webinar looked closely at the dispute resolution process in Victoria. Living in owners corporations often involves people sharing common property and spaces, which can naturally lead to differing views and potential disputes. Effectively addressing conflict is particularly important because owners corporation disputes frequently involve residents who must continue to live in proximity after the dispute is resolved. Fortunately, in Victoria, established processes are in place to assist with handling and resolving these kinds of disputes.
As tax time approaches, a critical but often-overlooked issue is demanding attention from strata owners and committees across Australia. Experts warn that a widespread lack of awareness regarding strata committee tax responsibilities and the tax implications of financial decisions made within strata schemes can significantly erode owners' return on investment and lead to substantial, unexpected tax bills.
For those who joined our recent live webinar this article serves as a concise summary of strata maintenance in QLD, with invaluable insights shared by property law specialist Todd Garsden from Mahoneys. If you missed the session, we strongly encourage you to watch the recording to gain a crucial understanding of your maintenance obligations and how to avoid costly disputes in your strata community.
Strata communities across Australia are facing growing challenges — and understanding these critical risks has never been more important. In a recent national webinar hosted by LookUpStrata, Dr Nicole Johnston from Strata Knowledge presented a compelling, research-driven session on the systemic issues impacting strata schemes and what can be done to address them.
If you haven’t already, we strongly encourage you to watch the full recording — it’s a must-see for anyone living in, working with, or managing strata-titled properties.
In last week's Strata Essentials webinar, the Body Corporate and Community Management’s Nathan Francy and Nikki Vardanega delivered a thorough, practical update for Queensland strata stakeholders. Covering everything from commission disclosures and pet approvals to voting mechanics and the new body corporate certificate, the session offered essential insights for committees, body corporate managers and owners navigating body corporate life in Queensland.
Your strata managers play a vital role in supporting the smooth operation and governance of a WA strata scheme. Choosing the right manager is one of the most important decisions a council of owners can make. In a recent WA-specific LookUpStrata webinar, hosted by Nikki Jovicic and featuring strata educator Luke Downie from Realmark, owners were guided through how to assess a strata manager’s performance, compare proposals, and ensure their appointment delivers real value.
Last week’s LookUpStrata webinar tackled substantial NSW embedded network reforms under the new Strata Schemes Legislation Amendment Act 2025, now in effect. The session was co-presented by Joseph Arena, founder of Embedded Network Arena and Arena Energy Consulting, and Rod Smith, director of The Strata Collective. Together, they delivered valuable insights into how the legislation will affect owners, strata managers and developers, both now and in the years to come.