What insurance do I need for a duplex I own in Queensland?

In Queensland, the BCCM Act requires that a body corporate must insure buildings with shared walls. In this instance, you will need Strata Insurance covering the building and public liability insurance for common areas and you will need a separate contents/landlords insurance policy covering contents items not covered by strata insurance.

With regard to what is not covered by strata (and covered by contents/landlords insurance) – the basic principle is that if you pick the unit up and shake it anything that falls out is lot owners contents + temporary flooring such as carpet, blinds & curtains, appliances that are not permanently attached, aircon units servicing an individual lot (QLD only).

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