Ben Seccombe

By Neziah,

Ben leads Mahoneys' dispute resolution group and brings more than 20 years of experience in commercial litigation and dispute resolution.


A nationally recognised litigator, he works across Australia on corporate and commercial, construction, property, insolvency, defamation, and intellectual property disputes. Ben has a strong track record of securing practical outcomes for clients, whether through court, mediation, or negotiation, and is widely regarded as a leading practitioner in strata and body corporate disputes.

The Fatal Gate Collapse Incident Analysis: A Case Study

By Neziah,

The tragic incident of a fatal gate collapse at an industrial strata scheme in New South Wales in 2020 serves as a stark reminder of the critical importance of workplace health and safety (WHS) in all environments, including strata schemes. In a webinar on 5 September, 2024 Scott Bellerby from B Strata, Marcus Munstermann from QIA Group and Carolyn Meighan from Bugden Allen Lawyers cover the key lessons learned by conduction an analysis of the fatal gate collapse incident, focusing on the roles of strata managers and owners in ensuring a safe and compliant workplace.

Pitfalls and benefits of embedded networks for strata buildings in Australia

By Neziah,

Embedded networks offer a compelling solution for strata buildings in Australia seeking to enhance energy efficiency, reduce costs, and contribute to a more sustainable future. By centralising energy management and distribution within multi-tenanted complexes, embedded networks provide a range of benefits that can significantly improve the overall performance and value of strata properties.

Victoria’s new strata laws announced – what’s changed, what’s coming, and what it means for you

By Neziah,

The Victorian Government introduced new strata laws to Parliament on 3 June 2026. The expert panel's final report and its formal response have also been released.

For the Victorian strata sector, this is a big deal. One in five Victorians now live in a strata-managed property, and today's announcement sets out some real, practical changes to how owners corporations (OC) run buildings and how owners are protected.

SCA Comments on ethics, conflicts and the future of the strata industry

By Neziah,

This article and video outlines SCA’s six steps plan to address concerns about ethics and rebuild trust in the strata industry. We discuss transparency, insurance commissions and kickbacks, conflicts of interest, strata management as a ‘profession’ and whether SCA is genuinely committed to its code of conduct. Alisha Fisher, CEO of SCA Australasia, concludes the interview by addressing where SCA sees the future of the strata industry.

Fred Tuckwell

By Neziah,

Executive leader with a strong blend of commercial, technical, and governance experience. Brings over a decade in senior leadership roles at Telstra, complemented by hands-on expertise in building and construction, capital management, and large-scale project and product delivery. Former Chair of the Waratah Building, a large self-managed strata community.

As Chair of OCN, has led major funding initiatives, digital transformation projects, and national capability building, with a particular focus on sustainability, EV charging, and education for strata communities.

Risks to strata owners from lithium-ion battery fires

By Neziah,

On the 13 June, 2024 we held a webinar with Fire & Rescue NSW, Sedgwick, OCN (Owners Corporation Network) about the risk of fires for strata communities associated with lithium-ion batteries in e-bikes and e-scooters. This summary unpacks the key takeaways, highlighting the dangers of lithium-ion batteries in apartments and offers practical solutions for strata communities to keep residents safe.

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