The NSW Strata Magazine | April 2025

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The NSW STRATA MAGAZINE

APRIL 2025

Can both owners of the same lot be on the committee?

Page 6 | The Strata Collective

Lithium-ion battery installation in strata car parks: Safety and regulatory concerns

Page 24 | 2020 Fire

Can an unfinancial owner use the pool?

Page 32 | Strata Choice

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Can both owners of the same lot be on the committee?

Is it permissible for two individuals from one lot to hold strata committee positions, especially when one position is obtained through a nomination from their corporate entity and the other using an “open” proxy?

Our AGM resulted in the election of a husband and wife, who jointly own one lot, to two committee positions. One position was obtained through a nomination from their corporate entity, and the other through an ‘open’ proxy from an absent lot owner. Is this election process compliant with legislation? Both owners head up the leadership team. Specifically, can two individuals from the same lot hold committee positions, and is the use of an ‘open’ proxy in this manner considered appropriate, particularly when it grants unchecked voting power to the proxy holder?

It seems the process of these two people nominating to the strata committee can be done.

Voting for companies can be performed in two ways. Either by a duly completed proxy form completed by the company (not in the representative’s name) or by a company nominee form.

It seems the process of these two people nominating to the strata committee can be done, i.e. the company nominated one person and an absentee lot owner nominated another person who happens to be the husband/wife of the company nominee. The absentee lot owner should have nominated this person in writing prior to the meeting at the time of giving the proxy. I’m not sure if this was done. A proxy holder is not entitled to nominate themself to the strata committee unless they have a nomination from an owner, either in writing from an owner prior to the meeting or in person by an owner at the meeting.

Regarding your comment “head up the leadership team”. I assume that these two people took office bearers positions? I agree with you that this concentration of power to fill two of the three office bearer positions does present a risk if they have sinister motives.

If you want to correct this, you can simply place motions at the next strata committee meeting to re-elect office bearers. The legislation doesn’t state they are required to resign or vacate the office bearers positions so this can be done by a majority vote of the strata committee.

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Identifying insurable cyclone damage vs. pre-existing water damage in strata buildings

If a building experiences water ingress, how can owners and committees differentiate between damage covered by their strata insurance (e.g., cyclone damage) and damage that exist or due to lack of maintenance?

If your building has existing problems like concrete spalling or timber rot, these are not ordinarily accepted as cyclone damage because it’s fairly obvious they are preexisting.

Most committees, body corporate managers and building managers are reasonably aware of the existing maintenance issues and problems in the building, e.g., dark stains or the efflorescence you see coming out of balconies, concrete spalling, timber rot, and steel corrosion. They’re all visible signs of water damage, but none occur within a week or two after the cyclone. They’re signs of long-term maintenance problems and would not typically be covered by insurance. However, they may very well impact how an insurer will respond to a claim. Long standing defect issues can result in a claim being denied in full, a partial response or the requirement of defects to be repaired before any resultant damage from an insurable event will be paid.

As a building consultant, when we attend the building for an assessment or project manage a site, we look for damage that happened during the cyclone. Also, our duty of care is to identify other things that could have contributed to damage, like water ingress.

Mould is always tricky. Mould can develop within days in Queensland, so it can be complicated to determine the difference between existing mould and new mould as a result of water inundation.

Experts can determine that to help get a clear picture of what sits in that maintenance area and what may have contributed to further damage because it wasn’t repaired.

If your building has existing problems such as steel corrosion, rust, or timber rot, these are not ordinarily accepted as cyclone damage because it’s fairly obvious they are pre-existing.

Bruce McKenzie | Sedgwick bruce.mckenzie@au.sedgwick.com

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Responsibility for the excess on a strata insurance claim

Should I be liable for the strata insurance excess when a common property plumbing blockage caused damage to my unit, despite no negligence on my part and no explicit by-law or policy stating I’m responsible?

My sink overflowed due to a blockage in a common property pipe in the basement carpark, damaging my cabinets. I’m claiming repairs on strata insurance but have been told that I must pay the excess, although I wasn’t negligent.

I keep my own plumbing clean and maintained. The blockage was in common property plumbing, not in my unit. Nothing in our by-laws or the insurance policy indicates that I should be liable for the excess payment.

I showed a plumber the blockage, and they said the complex either has a commercial kitchen, which it doesn’t, or the plumbing has not been cleaned in over 20 years. This is the case. We fix problems as they arise. We do not have a maintenance schedule for our plumbing, even though I have suggested this for years.

Am I required to pay the excess in this situation? What are my options? Has this been successfully challenged by anyone?

If the blockage was in common property plumbing or due to a failure or lack of maintenance by the owners corporation, it would be reasonable for the owners corporation to cover the excess.

Your situation raises some important considerations regarding responsibility for the excess on a strata insurance claim. Here are a few key points to consider:

1. Evidence of Blockage Location

• It’s important to clearly establish that the blockage was in common property plumbing.

• Did the plumber use a camera inspection or other diagnostic equipment to pinpoint the exact location of the blockage? Or is the determination based solely on observation?

• A written report from the plumber confirming the cause and location of the blockage would help substantiate your claim.

2. Maintenance Expectations for Plumbing

• While regular maintenance of common property plumbing can be beneficial, it is not common practice for strata schemes to have routine cleaning schedules for plumbing unless recurring issues have been identified.

• If you believe a maintenance schedule should be in place, you may wish to propose specific cleaning processes or inspections for the committee to consider.

3. The Principle of Who Pays the Excess

• The Strata Schemes Management Act does not specify who is responsible for paying the excess on a claim. Instead, the benefit principle is often applied — meaning the party who benefits from the insurance claim should bear the excess cost.

• If the blockage originated within your lot or was caused by activities within your lot, you would typically be responsible for the excess.

• If the blockage was in common property plumbing or it was due to a failure or lack of maintenance by the owners corporation, it would be reasonable for the owners corporation to cover the excess. This is not because they benefit from the repairs,

but because they benefit from not having to pay the full cost of rectification themselves.

To strengthen your position, obtaining a written report from the plumber confirming the cause and precise location of the blockage would be helpful. If it conclusively shows the issue was within common property, you can use this to request that the owners corporation cover the excess.

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Approval for changing the cooker from gas to electricity

Do we need approval and a bylaw to replace our gas stove/ cooktop with an electricity powered stove/cooktop?

I am a resident strata unit owner and general committee member in six lot building in Sydney. Do we need to approval from the strata committee and a by-law to replace our gas freestanding stove/cooktop with a similar electricity powered stove/cooktop?

If you do not need any electrical, waterproofing or other works to swap over your appliance, in our view, you do not require approval of the owners corporation.

If your proposal requires the installation of power points, your proposal will fall within the definition of “minor renovations”.

These are works for installing wiring/cabling/ power, which require an ordinary resolution of the owners corporation or majority approval of the strata committee (if the latter is delegated that power) PROVIDED the works do not involve waterproofing, structural works, etc. If waterproofing, structural works, etc. are required, you will require a by-law.

If you do not need any electrical, waterproofing or other works to swap over your appliance, in our view, you do not require approval of the owners corporation.

Can we demand a direct payment for repairs if strata admitted damage?

If strata are liable for damage to floors caused by a leak, can we demand direct payment for repairs, or must they pay the repairer?

A leaking pipe damaged our unit. Strata admitted liability. We have a $10,000 quote to repair our floors. This is only a few hundred dollars more than the insurance excess, so the committee agrees to pay for the repairs from the owners corporation’s funds.

Can we request the owners corporation pay us directly, or are they within their rights to insist on paying the repairer directly once the work is completed?

It should make no difference whether you are paid or if the owners corporation pays the contractor directly.

You are entitled to your reasonably foreseeable loss you have suffered due to the owners corporation’s failure to repair and maintain the common property in accordance with section 106(5) of the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015

It is a matter for negotiation on who pays, remembering that you are only entitled to recover your actual loss. It should make no difference whether you are paid from the owners corporation’s funds and then pay the contractor, or if the owners corporation pays the contractor directly on your behalf.

CHOOSING THE RIGHT STRATA MANAGER

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TRANSPARENCY IN FEES & CHARGES

Are their management fees competitive and clearly disclosed?

Ensuring all additional costs have been projected can help to provide a more accurate cost analysis, and a transparent fee structure helps avoid unexpected charges, or “phantom fees”, and ensures value for money

Comparing proposals carefully to identify any hidden costs or exclusions assists in avoiding disappointment at the end of your financial year!

EXPERIENCE BASED KNOWLEDGE

Have they managed schemes of similar size and complexity?

Confirming they understand your needs and have a proven track record of success is essential A strata manager experienced in handling comparable properties is more likely to anticipate challenges and provide effective solutions proactively rather than reactively

Reviewing experience and sourcing referees can offer insight into their problem-solving abilities and service quality.

COMMUNICATION & RESPONSIVENESS

Does the proposal set out KPIs for response times?

Understanding performance benchmarks is key to maintaining a strong working relationship A manager ’ s ability to respond promptly and effectively to requests and emergencies can significantly impact the efficiency of building operations

Response time commitments and customer charters should be outlined clearly to set ongoing expectations and avoid delays or frustration

DETAILED DISCLOSURES

Have they disclosed all related entities or commercial agreements?

Ensuring that all affiliations are outlined to avoid conflicts of interest separates ethical and responsible companies from the rest, and understanding these connections can help you assess whether any future recommendations are genuinely in your best interest

Full transparency ensures that financial arrangements and other commercial supplier relationships align with your community’s needs and interests, rather than your manager ’ s.

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Are strata responsible if switchboard issues cause electrical appliances to short circuit?

A main switchboard issue caused a power outage and short-circuited electrical appliances in some units. Are strata responsible for damages?

Recently, the power cable on the main switchboard came loose and overheated, causing a six hours power outage on the ground level and level 1 units. Multiple affected units reported that a few of their electrical appliances were short-circuited during the incident.

Some reported over $10,000 of damage and some only had minor damage. Is strata responsible for any damage that happened to the units on these two levels?

I recommend affected owners first check their contents insurance policies, as damage to appliances is typically covered under these policies.

Legal responsibility for damages in situations like this is typically determined by the courts based on the specific facts and circumstances surrounding the event. It is difficult to provide a definitive answer based on the information provided. Still, in general, the owners corporation (OC) may be held responsible if it can be demonstrated that the issue resulted from a failure to properly maintain or repair common property.

Owners who believe the OC is liable need to submit a claim outlining their reasoning, for example, whether the OC was aware of any issues with the main switchboard and failed to act or if there was a lack of regular maintenance.

From an insurance perspective, I recommend affected owners first check their contents insurance policies, as damage to appliances is typically covered under these policies. If an owner’s insurer believes there is a valid claim against the OC, they may seek recovery against the OC. If the insurer is successful in recovering costs, the owner’s excess may also be refunded.

If a claim is made against the OC for damages, the OC’s Public Liability policy may respond, depending on the circumstances. The insurer will assess the claim and determine whether to defend or

settle it. However, it is important to note that liability is not automatically accepted, and the insurer will only provide cover if they determine the OC was legally liable for the damage.

Given the potential complexity of this situation, affected owners may wish to seek independent legal advice to understand their options for recovery better.

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The Importance of Asbestos Testing in Strata Properties

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Should strata manager’s fees differ for simple vs complex renovation approvals?

Do strata managers usually charge a lot owner the same administration fee for approving a minor renovation at a simple strata committee meeting as a major renovation at a general meeting, requiring a new special by-law?

The strata manager would spend a similar amount of time assessing both minor and major applications, so a flat fee is reasonable.

NSW strata managers have differing ways of charging for their time spent processing applications by lot owners for minor renovations or renovations requiring a general meeting resolution/by law. Some may charge the owners corporation a set fee per application, while others may charge an hourly rate. Either way, the charges should be clearly set out in the management agreement between the owners corporation and the managing agent. In your case, as you have not mentioned the cost, I can’t comment on whether the charge sounds fair for the time spent.

In answer to your question on whether it’s normal for a minor renovation and major renovation application to cost the same, my experience is that the strata manager would spend a similar amount of time in assessing these applications and advising the strata committee on the correct process for approval and record-keeping etc. so for the same flat fee to be charged does not sound unreasonable.

Edward Baker | Responsive Strata edward.baker@responsivestrata.com.au

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Lithium-ion battery installation in strata car parks:

Safety and regulatory concerns

A lot owner in our building has applied for approval to install a lithium-ion storage battery in their lower car park garage. Considering the safety risks, how do we proceed?

A lot owner in our building has applied for approval to install a lithium-ion storage battery in their lower car park garage.

Have the NSW strata minister or the NSW Fire Department prepared legislation or restrictions on lithium-ion storage batteries in lower-level car parks and the potential for fires as a result of battery failure?

This installation inside the building may be considered building works and, therefore, trigger planning requirements much bigger than the intended works.

To my knowledge and research, there is no government regulation or direct instruction on this potential installation. Please note that this installation inside the building may be considered building works and, therefore, trigger planning requirements much bigger than the intended works (e.g. a CDC, DA or council fire order).

There are various info sheets from Fire & Rescue NSW, Fair Trading, SCA, OCN and more on the subject if Googled. They mostly talk about operating or using lithiumion batteries safely and in line with the manufacturer’s guidelines.

Regarding ad-hoc advice, storage batteries present a very high risk of toxic smoke, uncontrolled fires, and extremely high heat output; however, as opposed to ebikes and escooters, they present a very low chance of occurrence.

Fire sprinklers are the only life safety system proven (US/ NFPA research) to contain a battery fire to the fire compartment of origin.

If it were my building, I would consider the following:

1. Speak to a certifier &/or fire engineer about the installation implications and the likely requirements under the Design and Building Practitioner’s Act.

2. What does the battery manufacturer say about installation inside a building (most are outside)?

3. Do you have sprinklers fitted to the area to contain a fire if it were to occur?

4. What physical constraints (e.g. concrete walls) are in place to prevent thermal runaway involving this battery from spreading to nearby flammable items (e.g. vehicles)?

Hope that helps, but I’d highly recommend you do a LOT more research via a certifier before proceeding further.

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Do I need approval to repaint the exterior of my lot in the same colour?

The exterior paint on my lot in a duplex is peeling. Do I need approval to repaint my lot in the same colour?

I live in a duplex. I would like to repaint the exterior of my lot. Our by-law says, “The owner-occupier of a lot must not, without the prior written approval of the owners corporation, maintain within the lot anything visible from the outside of the lot that, viewed from outside the lot, is not in keeping with the rest of the building”.

The paint on my unit exterior is peeling. Do I need approval to repaint the duplex in the same colour?

I recommended you seek written confirmation from the owners corporation to avoid disputes.

According to your by-law and the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015, you generally need approval from the owners corporation for any changes visible from the outside of your unit. However, if you are repainting in the same colour to address peeling paint, this is considered maintenance rather than a change in appearance.

While approval might not strictly be required for maintenance, I recommended you seek written confirmation from the owners corporation to avoid disputes. Submit a brief written request explaining you are repainting in the existing colour for upkeep and include photos of the current condition. This will confirm that your work complies with your by-law and help ensure no issues arise later.

The impact of a property sale on an existing proxy for the General

Meeting

Is a proxy valid at a strata corporation’s General Meeting if the proxy-granting owner’s property was sold and recorded in the strata roll before the meeting date?

A property owner in a strata corporation gave a proxy to another person to vote on their behalf at an upcoming General Meeting. Before the meeting, the property was sold, and the sale was officially recorded in the strata roll. The proxy was used to vote on all resolutions at the General Meeting, including the election of committee members. Is the proxy valid, despite the property sale occurring before the meeting?

The proxy is invalid.

Part 4, Division 1(23)(1) of Schedule 1 of the Strata Schemes Management Act NSW 2015 specifies persons who are entitled to vote at a general meeting:

Part 4 – Voting rights and voting procedures, Division 1 – General rights to vote, 23 Persons entitled to vote at general meetings

1. Persons who have right to vote: Each owner, and each person entitled to a priority vote, has voting rights that may be exercised at a general meeting of the owners corporation, but only if the owner or person is shown on the strata roll and, in the case of a corporation, the company nominee is shown on the strata roll

Part 4, Division 1(23)(3) of Schedule 1 specifies how voting rights can be exercised by those eligible to vote as defined above i.e. “In person or proxy”.

If the lot owner referred to in your question is not shown on the strata roll at the time of the general meeting, they have no voting rights, which includes voting by proxy.

The proxy is therefore invalid, including votes associated with the invalid proxy note counted towards any resolution or election of strata committee members.

I trust this makes sense.

Rod Smith | The Strata Collective rsmith@thestratacollective.com.au

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Damage caused by the neighbour’s tree roots

Who is responsible for paying to repair the damaged wall caused by the neighbour’s tree roots?

I am the building manager of A1 Apartments. A huge tree’s roots have damaged the brick wall on the property next door, B1 Apartments. There is a threat of the roots lifting the driveway into A1 Apartments’ rubbish room and causing cracking in the room’s floor and walls.

Our strata manager contacted B1’s strata manager. They seem reluctant to do anything about this tree. The Council looked at the tree and trimmed a few branches. The tree is solid. However, with all the rain, there is a threat of the tree falling, which will cause monumental damage and the possibility of hurting or killing someone.

Who pays for the wall to be fixed? The neighbour’s tree is causing the damage. We are the only ones concerned.

This is a liability issue, and therefore, it is not possible to determine who could ultimately be responsible. This is the job of a judge.

The short answers here are:

1. If the wall is on the property boundary and it requires repairs/replacement (or becomes in need of repairs/replacement) then it is the shared responsibility of the two (or more) adjacent properties.

2. The tree is wholly within the boundary of B1, then while it stands, it is also the responsibility of B1.

The longer answer with some provisos:

1. If the wall is on the property boundary and requires repairs/replacement (or becomes in need of repairs/replacement) then it is the shared responsibility of the two (or more) adjacent properties.

2. If the tree is wholly within the boundary of B1, while it stands, it is also the responsibility of B1.

a. Trees are protected in NSW – Trees (Disputes Between Neighbours) Act 2006 No 1,

b. Trees are defined as – tree: includes any woody perennial plant, any plant resembling a tree in form and size, and any other plant prescribed by the regulations.

c. The Local Council are the ‘Authority’ for the maintenance and removal of the tree, although applications can be made to the NSW Court for orders.

3. Accepted process

a. Discuss with neighbours the concerns over the tree

b. Apply to Council to have the tree removed – please note: if the tree is healthy (and not a menace) then such an order will not be given

c. Council will decide on the application. If you still disagree, you can apply to the court.

4. Who pays for what?

a. While the tree stands,

i. All maintenance belongs to/with the owner.

ii. Neighbours (with permission / agreement) can trim (at their cost) branches that overhang

iii. If the tree roots are causing issues with your property, you must ensure this is in the council application so the damage is considered part of that application.

b. If the tree falls, “which will cause monumental damage and the possibility of hurting or killing someone”. This is a liability issue, and therefore, it is not possible to determine who could ultimately be responsible. This is the job of a judge. However, in the first instance, you would lodge a claim under your insurance policy

• The fence/wall would be subject to an insurance claim. If it is a dividing fence, the costs would be split 50:50 between the two neighbours (or proportionally between all neighbours).

• Any other damage would be responded to by the insurer on the bases of: The fallen tree (or parts thereof) now belongs to the property on which it lands. The cleanup of the tree and all damage caused to your property will be fixed by your insurer, and the insurer will consider any recovery possible.

Scott Driscoll | Driscoll Strata Consulting scott@driscollstrataconsulting.com.au

Can an unfinancial owner use the pool?

If an unfinancial owner owes more than $10K, can they use the apartment’s swimming pool? We believe the courts have served the owner.

Under strata law, there is no automatic right to deny an unfinancial owner access to common property facilities.

In NSW, the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015 (SSMA) governs the rights and responsibilities of lot owners in a strata scheme, including the implications of being unfinancial.

Under Schedule 1, Clause 23(8) of the SSMA, an owner who has not paid their levies (including interest and recovery costs) is considered an “unfinancial owner.” This status restricts their participation in certain strata matters, such as:

• Voting at general meetings (except on motions requiring a unanimous resolution) (SSMA Schedule 1, Clause 23(8)).

• Being elected to the strata committee (SSMA Section 32(2)).

However, the Act does not explicitly prevent unfinancial owners from using common property facilities such as the swimming pool, gym, or barbecue areas. Restrictions on the use of such amenities must be set out in the by-laws of the strata scheme.

Can an unfinancial owner be denied access to the swimming pool?

If the strata scheme’s registered by-laws include provisions restricting access to common facilities for lot owners with unpaid levies, enforcement may be possible. However, owners corporation should seek legal advice to determine whether such a by-law could be deemed harsh, unconscionable, or oppressive under SSMA Section 150, which may render it invalid.

It is also important to note that legal interpretations evolve over time. Even if legal advice was obtained when the by-law was first drafted, it may be prudent for the owners corporation to seek updated legal advice, as changes in legislation and case law may have altered the enforceability of such provisions. Legal advice given several years ago may no longer be relevant under current strata law.

What if the owner has been served by the courts?

If the owner has been served with court orders for debt recovery, this does not automatically strip them of access to common property facilities. The owners corporation would first need to have a valid, registered by-law restricting access in order to enforce such a rule. Even then, enforcement may require an NCAT order under SSMA Section 147 to ensure compliance, particularly if the owner challenges the restriction.

Key Considerations for the Owners Corporation

1. Check the by-laws – If the strata scheme does not have a by-law restricting access for unfinancial owners, the owners corporation cannot legally enforce such a restriction.

2. Assess the enforceability of the by-law –Even if a by-law exists, it may be challenged under SSMA Section 150 if it is deemed harsh, unconscionable, or oppressive.

3. Seek updated legal advice – Even if legal advice was obtained when the by-law was first introduced, it is advisable to reassess its validity given possible changes in law and case law developments. What was enforceable a few years ago may not be today.

4. Apply to NCAT if necessary – If an enforceable by-law exists, the owners corporation can apply to NCAT for an order ensuring compliance.

Final Thought

Owners corporations with by-laws restricting access to facilities for unfinancial owners should not assume their enforceability without legal review. As strata law evolves, seeking updated legal advice is essential to ensure compliance with the current legislative and case law landscape. A by-law that once seemed enforceable could now be deemed harsh, unconscionable, or oppressive under SSMA Section 150, leaving the owners corporation unable to impose the intended restriction.

Importantly, without a valid, registered by-law, none of these restrictions are enforceable. Under strata law, there is no automatic right to deny an unfinancial owner access to common property facilities. If an owners corporation wants to impose such restrictions, it must first ensure a properly drafted by-law is in place—and even then, its validity may be subject to legal challenge.

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W: https://ocn.org.au/ E: enquiries@ocn.org.au

Your Strata Property

Demystifying the legal complexities of apartments

W: https://www.yourstrataproperty.com.au/ E: amanda@yourstrataproperty.com.au

ENERGY

Arena Energy Consulting Pty Ltd

Independent Embedded Network Consulting Services

P: 1300 987 147

W: https://www.arenaenergyconsulting.com.au/ E: info@arenaenergyconsulting.com.au

Embedded Network Arena

Independent Embedded Network Consulting Services

P: 1300 987 147

W: https://embeddednetworkarena.com.au/ E: info@embeddednetworkarena.com.au

SOFTWARE

MiMOR

Connecting People – Creating Communities

P: 1300 064 667

W: https://www.mimor.com.au/ E: info@mimor.com.au

Stratabox

Building Confidence

P: 1300 651 506

W: https://stratabox.com.au/ E: contact@stratabox.com.au

Town Square

Productivity and Communications Platform for SMs

W: https://townsquare.au/ E: hello@townsquare.au

Urbanise

Automate your workload to increase efficiency.

P: 1300 832 852

W: https://www.urbanise.com/ E: marketing@urbanise.com

Resvu

Customer Service Software for Strata

P: 08 7477 8991

W: https://resvu.io/ E: enquiries@resvu.com.au

StrataMax

Streamlining strata

P: 1800 656 368

W: https://www.stratamax.com/ E: info@stratamax.com

MYBOS

Building Management - Residential & FM Schemes

P: 1300 912 386

W: https://www.mybos.com.au/ E: sam@mybos.com.au

Onsite.fm

Building Management Software

P: 02 7227 8550

W: https://onsite.fm/ E: hello@onsite.fm

eVotters

The online voting solution

P: 61 280 114 797

W: https://www.evotters.com/ E: support@evotters.com

BUILDING ENGINEERS & INSPECTORS

Sedgwick

Building Consultancy Division & Repair Solutions

W: https://www.sedgwick.com/solutions/global/au

E: sales@au.sedgwick.com

QIA Group

Comapliance Made Easy

P: 1300 309 201

W: https://www.qiagroup.com.au/ E: info@qiagroup.com.au

GQS

Quantity Surveyors & Building Consultants

P: 1300 290 235

W: https://gqs.com.au/ E: info@gqs.com.au

Seymour Consultants

Body Corporate Report Specialists

W: https://www.seymourconsultants.com.au/ E: info@seymourconsultants.com.au

BCRC

Specialist Design Practitioners

P: 02 9131 8018

W: https://bcrc.com.au/ E: sydney@bcrc.com.au

Roscon

Property services & facilities management

P: 1800 767 266

W: https://www.roscon.com.au/ E: info@roscon.com

Leary & Partners

Quantity surveying services since 1977

P: 1800 808 991

W: https://www.leary.com.au/ E: enquiries@leary.com.au

BIV Reports

Specialist in Strata Compliance Reports

P: 1300 107 280

W: https://www.biv.com.au/ E: biv@biv.com.au

Olive Tree Consulting Group

Solutions in Strata Compliance

P: 0400 161 659

W: https://olivetreeconsultinggroup.com.au/ E: admin@olivetreeconsultinggroup.com.au

Mabi Services

Asbestos, Safety & Building Consultants

P: 1300 762 295

W: https://www.mabi.com.au/ E: info@mabi.com.au

Forte Asset Services

FIRE | ELECTRICAL | HVAC

P: 1300 920 752

W: https://www.forteassetservices.com.au/ E: info@forteas.com.au

Quality Building Management

keeping your buildings legally compliant and safe

P: 1300 880 466

W: https://qbm.com.au/ E: sales@qbm.com.au

HFM Asset Management Pty Ltd

Leaders in Building Efficiency

P: 0407 734 260

W: https://www.hfmassets.com.au/ E: david.chokolich@hfmassets.com.au

CORE Consulting Engineers

Delivering 360° engineering solutions for strata P: 02 8961 3250

W: https://coreconsultingengineers.com.au/ E: admin@core.engineering

Independent Inspections

Sinking Fund Forecast, Insurance Valuations, OHS P: 1300 857 149

W: http://www.iigi.com.au/ E: admin@iigi.com.au

Solutions in Engineering

Quality Reports On Time, Every Time!

P: 1300 136 036

W: https://www.solutionsinengineering.com/ E: enquiry@solutionsinengineering.com

Landlay Consulting Group

A Strata Remedial Consultancy

P: 02 8095 8556

W: https://www.landlay.com.au/ E: admin@landlay.com.au

Leo & Associates Consulting Engineers

Enhancing Structures, Empowering Futures

P: 0452 205 727

W: https://laconsulting.com.au/ E: Leo@laconsulting.com.au

FORENSIC ENGINEERS

Expert Subsidence Engineer Reports

P: 0403 434 092

W: https://www.facebook.com/forensicengineers1/ E: admin@forensic-engineers.com.au

Seymour Consultants SC

STRATA REPORTS

Rawlinsons

Calculated Confidence

P: 08 9424 5800

W: https://www.rawlinsonswa.com.au/ E: info@rawlinsonswa.com.au

EYEON Property Inspections

Buy and Sell with More Confidence

P: 1300 798 274

W: https://www.eyeon.com.au/ E: info@eyeon.com.au

Strataregister.com Pty Ltd

Find the Strata / CT Manager for your property

P: 0411 483 249

W: https://www.strataregister.com/ E: hello@strataregister.com

Diamond Property Inspections

Property Inspections You Can Trust

P: 1300 368 000

W: https://diamondinspections.com.au/ E: orders@diamondinspections.com.au

STRATA LAWYERS

Kerin Benson Lawyers Pty Ltd

Specialised Legal Advice for Strata

P: 02 8706 7060

W: https://kerinbensonlawyers.com.au/

E: enquiries@kerinbensonlawyers.com.au

Khoury Lawyers Pty Ltd

Client focused, Results Driven

P: (02) 8005 3086

W: https://khourylawyers.com.au/ E: pierrette@khourylawyers.com.au

Madison Marcus Law Firm

Be Empowered

P: 131 529

W: https://www.madisonmarcus.com.au/ E: strata@madisonmarcus.com.au

Bugden Allen

Australia’s leading strata law experts

P: 02 9199 1055

W: https://www.bagl.com.au/ E: info@bagl.com.au

JS Mueller & Co Lawyers

Specialist ‘Plain English’ NSW Strata Lawyers

W: https://www.muellers.com.au/ E: enquiries@muellers.com.au

Williamson Lawyers

A construction and strata lawyer ready to listen

W: https://www.williamsonlawyers.com.au/ E: shane@williamsonlawyers.com.au

Bannermans Lawyers

High Quality Specialist Legal Services

P: 02 9929 0226

W: https://www.bannermans.com.au/ E: enquiries@bannermans.com.au

Moray & Agnew Lawyers

Legal strategies and solutions for our clients

P: 03 9600 0877

W: https://www.moray.com.au/ E: melbourne@moray.com.au

Grace Lawyers

Know. Act. Resolve.

P: 1300 144 436

W: https://gracelawyers.com.au/ E: enquiries@gracelawyers.com.au

Speirs Ryan

P: 02 9248 3400

W: https://www.speirsryan.com.au/ E: enquiries@speirsryan.com.au

Watson & Watson Lawyers

“when experience matters”…..

P: 02 9221 6011

W: https://www.watsonandwatson.com.au/ E: richard@watsonandwatson.com.au

Groundfloor™

Australian parcel, mail, and refrigerated lockers

P: 03 9982 4462

W: https://groundfloordelivery.com/ E: ask@groundfloordelivery.com

STRATA MANAGEMENT

Premium Strata

Diamond-Class strata management agency

P: 02 9281 6440

W: https://www.premiumstrata.com.au/ E: info@premiumstrata.com.au

The Strata Collective

A next generation strata manager. People matter.

P: 02 9879 3547

W: https://www.thestratacollective.com.au/ E: rsmith@thestratacollective.com.au

Bridge Strata P/L

The bridge between you and your corporation

P: 02 6109 7700

W: https://bridgestrata.com.au/wp/ E: jan@bridgestrata.com.au

Bright & Duggan

Strata Professionals

P: 02 9902 7100

W: https://bright-duggan.com.au/ E: customercare@bright-duggan.com.au

Vital Strata

Strata Made Simple

P: 02 9008 1112

W: https://www.vitalstrata.com.au/ E: hello@vitalstrata.com.au

ASM – Australian Strata Management

Helping Strata Communities Thrive

P: 1300 777 276

W: https://asmstrata.com.au/ E: administration@mbcm.com.au

Sky Living Strata

Providing a superior customer experience

P: 02 9299 1100

W: https://www.skylivingstrata.com.au/ E: enquiries@skylivingstrata.com.au

SSKB Strata Managers

A Positive Difference in Strata

P: 07 5504 2000

W: https://sskb.com.au/ E: sskb@sskb.com.au

Responsive Strata Management

Responsive. Transparent. Consistent. P: 8551 2713

W: https://responsivestrata.com.au/ E: info@responsivestrata.com.au

Townhouse Strata PTY Ltd

Strata Management with a Difference

P: 02 4971 0363

W: https://www.townhousestrata.com.au/ E: alan@townhousestrata.com.au

Strata Central

Boutique Strata Management Services

P: 02 8036 5518

W: https://stratacentral.com.au/ E: enquiries@stratacentral.com.au

Acumen Strata

Tailored Strata Management Solutions

P: 02 7253 5820

W: https://www.acumenstrata.com.au/ E: info@acumenstrata.com.au

Quantum United Management

Creating vibrant and connected communities

P: 61 383 608 800

W: https://www.quantumunited.com.au/ E: info@quantumunited.com.au

STRATA EVOLUTION

Strata Management Done Right P: 1300 819 677

W: https://strataevolution.com.au/ E: info@strataevolution.com.au

Beaches Strata Pty Ltd

Your Trusted Strata Partner

P: 02 7252 2141

W: https://www.beachesstrata.com.au/ E: hello@beachesstrata.com.au

Centric Strata

Centralised. Excellence. Unmatched Service P: 1300 017 211

W: https://www.centricstrata.com.au/ E: info@centricstrata.com.au

Strata HQ

Strata made simple P: 02 9420 2066

W: https://www.stratahq.com.au/ E: daniel@stratahq.com.au

DEFECT RESTORATION

MJ Engineering Projects

Remedial Consultant Engineers

P: 1800 953 935

W: https://mjengineeringprojects.com.au/ E: info@mjengineeringprojects.com.au

Klaar

The Strata Building Specialists

P: 02 8003 4547

W: https://klaar.com.au/ E: build@klaar.com.au

Altec Building

Remedial Building & Waterproofing

P: 02 9744 2039

W: https://www.altecbuilding.com.au/ E: info@altecbuilding.com.au

Building Matters Assist

Project management and general building consulting

P: 0414 946 032

W: https://www.bmassist.net.au/

E: rob@bmassist.net.au

Altogether Group

Power.Water.Data

P: 1300 803 803

W: https://altogethergroup.com.au/home-business/

E: eaustin@altogethergroup.com.au

ENM Solutions

Providing Solutions for Embedded Networks

P: 1300 000 366

W: https://www.enmsolutions.com.au/ E: info@ENMSolutions.com.au

Energy On Pty Ltd

P: 1300 323 263

W: https://www.energyon.com.au/ E: EnergyServices@EnergyOn.com.au

McIntosh Electrical Pty Ltd

Powered by Trust

P: 1300 627 727

W: https://www.mcintoshelectrical.com.au/ E: jenny@mcintoshelectrical.com.au

FIRE SERVICES SUSTAINABILITY

Linkfire Pty Ltd

Your Essential Safety Partner

P: 1300 669 439

W: http://www.linkfire.com.au/ E: sales@linkfire.com.au

2020 Fire Protection

Experts in Fire Protection for Strata

P: 1300 340 210

W: https://www.2020fireprotection.com.au/ E: service@2020fire.com.au

Fire Safety Constructions

Compliant Specialist since 1999

P: 02 9945 3499

W: http://www.firesafetyconstruction.com.au/ E: info@firesafetyconstructions.com.au

Quantum Fire Protection

We’ve got your fire safety needs covered.

P: 1300 006 005

W: https://www.quantumfire.com.au/ E: service@quantumfire.com.au

Profire

An Honest and Transparent Fire Maintenance Service

P: 02 9948 4494

W: https://www.profireaustralia.com.au/ E: office@profireaustralia.com.au

Humenergy

People, innovation and value sharing

P: 1300 322 622

W: https://www.humenergy.com.au/ E: Info@humenergy.com.au

Fair Water Meters

Retrofit sub-metering specialists

P: 1300 324 701

W: https://fairwatermeters.com.au/ E: info@fairwatermeters.com.au

PLUMBING

Stormwater Sydney

Inspection, Repair and Maintenance of drainage assets

P: 1300 741 003

W: https://stormwatersydney.com/ E: admin@stormwatersydney.com

HYDRAULICA Pty Ltd

Specialise in Drain & Pipe Cleaning

W: https://www.hydraulica.com.au/ E: darren@hydraulica.com.au

Mr Washer, Plumber To The Rescue

Over 30 years serving Sydney Strata buildings

P: 02 8583 2360

W: plumbertotherescue.com.au/strata-commercial.html

E: jobs@mrwasher.com.au

WATERPROOFING

Danrae Group

Remedial Waterproofing & Building Specialists

P: 1800 326 723

W: https://www.danraegroup.com.au/ E: enquiries@danrae.com.au

Sydney Waterproofing Services

SWS

P: 1300 94 9191

W: https://www.sydwaterproofingservices.com.au/ E: info@sydwaterproofingservices.com.au

VALUERS

Asset Strata Valuers

Leaders in Strata Property Valuations

P: 1800 679 787

W: https://assetstratavaluers.com.au/ E: workorders@assetstratavaluers.com.au

Adelaide StrataVal

Strata & Community Insurance Valuations

P: 08 7111 2956

W: https://www.strataval.com.au/ E: valuations@strataval.com.au

Ensure Group – Property Valuers

Insurance Valuation Experts

P: 03 9088 2032

W: https://www.ensuregroup.com.au/ E: valuations@ensuregroup.com.au

Sovereign Valuations

Valuation Experts for Strata Insurance & Disputes

P: 1300 710 000

W: https://www.sovereignvaluations.com.au/ E: p.ferrier@sovereignvaluations.com.au

WINDOWS & DOORS

Windowline Pty Ltd

Replacement window and door specialists

P: 02 8304 6400

W: https://windowline.com.au/ E: info@windowline.com.au

ASQB Pty Ltd

Window & Door Repairs + Window Safety Compliance

P: 02 9785 7893

W: https://www.asqb.com.au/ E: service@asqb.com.au

The Window Guy

Don’t choose any guy, choose The Window Guy!

P: 1300 663 664

W: https://www.thewindowguy.com.au/ E: info@thewindowguy.com.au

Clear Edge Frameless Glass

Energy Efficient Balconies for Elevated Living

W: https://www.clearedgeglass.com.au/ E: sales@clearedgeglass.com.au

Tinworth & Co

Chartered Accountant & Strata Auditors

P: 0499 025 069

W: https://www.tinworthaccountants.com.au/ E: caren.chen@tinworth.com

Matthew Faulkner Accountancy

Strata Auditing specialists

P: 0438 116 374

W: https://www.mattfaulkner.accountants/ E: matt@mattfaulkner.accountants

Incite Accountants & Advisors

Provides a service that delivers the outcomes

P: 02 8067 9015

W: https://www.inciteaccountants.com.au/ E: admin@inciteaccountants.com.au

CONSULTING

Strata Solve

Untangling strata problems

P: 0419 805 898

W: https://stratasolve.com.au/ E: chris@stratasolve.com.au

Tender Advisory

Tender Solutions: Consult. Procure. Support.

P: 0435 893 670

W: https://tenderadvisory.com.au/ E: info@tenderadvisory.com.au

STRATA LOAN PROFESSIONALS

Lannock Strata Finance

Simplifying strata funding

P: 1300 851 585

W: https://lannock.com.au/ E: strata@lannock.com.au

StrataLoans

The Experts in Strata Finance

P: 1300 785 045

W: https://www.strata-loans.com/ E: info@strata-loans.com

LIFTS & ELEVATORS

ABN Lift Consultants

A team of friendly, open minded professionals

P: 0468 659 100

W: https://www.abnlift.com/ E: andrew@abnlift.com

Innovative Lift Consulting Pty Ltd

Australia’s Vertical Transportation Consultants

P: 0417 784 245

W: https://www.ilcpl.com.au/ E: bfulcher@ilcpl.com.au

The Lift Consultancy

Trusted Specialised Advice

P: 07 5509 0100

W: https://theliftc.com/ E: sidb@theliftc.com

RECRUITMENT SERVICES

Property Recruitment Partners

Recruitment Solutions Tailored for You

P: 02 8313 5591

E: aaron@propertyrecruitmentpartners.com.au

sharonbennie – Property Recruitment

Matching top talent with incredible businesses

P: 0413 381 381

W: https://www.sharonbennie.com.au/ E: sb@sharonbennie.com.au

Tony Isgroves Paint & Decorate

Painting Happiness- With a Seven Year Guarantee

P: 9437 1997

W: https://paintanddecorate.com.au/ E: office@paintanddecorate.com.au

Higgins Coatings Pty Ltd

Specialist painters in the strata industry

W: https://www.higgins.com.au/ E: info@higgins.com.au

CPR Facade Upgrade Specialists

We clean, repair & repaint multi-storey buildings

P: 0493 651 643

W: https://cprfacadeupgrades.com.au/ E: info@facadeupgrades.com.au

3 Colours Painting Services

3 Colours Painting Services

P: 1300 883 635

W: https://3colours.com.au/ E: 3colours@3colours.com.au

Terra Australis Painting Services

Terra Australis Painting Services

P: 0497 545 289

W: https://www.terraaustralispainting.com.au/ E: info@terraaustralispainting.com.au

K2 Rope Access Pty Ltd

Buildings Facade Painting & repairs

P: 0451 182 327

W: https://www.k2ra.com.au/ E: info@k2ra.com.au

INSURANCE

Strata Insurance Solutions

Advice You Can Trust

P: 1300 554 165

W: https://www.stratainsurancesolutions.com.au/ E: info@stratainsurancesolutions.com.au

Whitbread Insurance Brokers

Empower Your Vision

P: 1300 424 627

W: https://www.whitbread.com.au/ E: info@whitbread.com.au

CHU Underwriting Agencies Pty Ltd

Specialist Strata Insurance Underwriting Agency

W: https://www.chu.com.au/ E: info@chu.com.au

Strata Community Insurance

Protection for your strata property. And you.

P: 1300 724 678

W: https://www.stratacommunityinsure.com.au

E: myenquiry@scinsure.com.au

Flex Insurance

Your Cover Your Choice

P: 1300 201 021

W: https://www.flexinsurance.com.au/ E: info@flexinsurance.com.au

Driscoll Strata Consulting

Knowledge | Experience | Service

P: 0402 342 034

W: https://driscollstrataconsulting.com.au/ E: enquiries@driscollstrataconsulting.com.au

CRM Brokers

The smart insurance choice

P: 1300 880 494

W: https://www.crmbrokers.com.au/ E: crmstrata@crmbrokers.com.au

Strong Insurance

Fast & efficient strata insurance across Australia

P: 1800 934 099

W: https://www.stronginsurance.com.au/strata-quote

E: admin@stronginsurance.com.au

Body Corporate Brokers

United, Protecting Communities

W: https://bcb.com.au/

E: sarah.johnson@bcb.com.au

CLOTHESLINES

Lifestyle Clotheslines

Clothesline and washing line supplier & installer

P: 1300 798 779

W: https://www.lifestyleclotheslines.com.au/ E: admin@lifestyleclotheslines.com.au

CLEANERS

Arrow Abseiling Pty Ltd

Window cleaning, repair and maintenance

P: 02 8957 3693

W: https://www.arrowabseiling.com.au/

E: contact@arrowabseiling.com.au

Waste Clear Pty Ltd

Towards a better tomorrow

P: 1300 525 352

W: https://wasteclear.com.au/ E: admin@wasteclear.com.au

Sydney Gutter Cleaning

SGC are a leading team in roof and gutter services

P: 02 8310 6770

W: https://www.sydneyguttercleaning.com.au/

E: info@sydneyguttercleaning.com.au

Pristine Window and Gutter Cleaning

Honesty, integrity and quality!

P: 02 9533 4476

W: https://pristinewindowandguttercleaning.com.au/ E: admin@pwgc.com.au

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Valen

Project Services

Client-Side Project Management Specialists

P: 02 8542 4293

W: https://valenprojects.com.au/ E: enquiries@valenprojects.com.au

PM Services Australia

Client-side Project Management Services

P: 02 9221 1490

W: https://www.pmservice.com.au/ E: info@pmservice.com.au

Projx PM

Project Managers for Strata remedial projects

P: 0421 274 426

W: https://www.projx.pm/ E: rossl@projx.pm

SAFETY & SECURITY

QUATRIX PTY LTD

Intercoms, Access Control, CCTV, Data, etc.

P: 02 9554 3487

W: https://www.quatrix.com.au/ E: info@quatrix.com.au

Lock, Stock & Barrel Locksmiths Pty Ltd

P: 0411 700 072

W: https://www.lsblocksmiths.com.au/ E: info@lsblocksmiths.com.au

Omega Protection

Protecting You, Your Staff & Your Assets

P: 1300 636 323

W: https://www.omegaprotection.com.au/ E: mark@omegaprotection.com.au

FERST

People First

P: 0419 211 683

W: https://ferst.com.au/

E: gary.cheeseman@ferst.com.au

ANTENNAS

Install My Antenna

Professional TV Antenna Service For You Today

P: 1300 800 123

W: https://www.installmyantenna.com.au/ E: info@installmyantenna.com.au

ROOFING

Apt Roofing Pty Ltd

Everything Roofing!

P: 02 9666 7373

W: https://www.aptroofing.com.au/ E: admin@aptroofing.com.au

Cross City Roofing Pty Ltd

Always one step ahead

P: 0435 848 688

W: https://www.crosscityroofing.com.au/ E: sydney@crosscityroofing.com.au

FACILITY MANAGEMENT

MG Facility Maintenance

Strata Cleaning and Building Management

P: 0407324503

W: https://mgfm.com.au/ E: marcel@mgfm.co

LUNA

Building and Facilities Manager

P: 1800 00 LUNA (5862)

W: https://www.luna.management/ E: info@luna.management

BME Group

Re-Defining the Standards of Building & Facilities

P: 02 8283 7531

W: https://bmegroupbuildingmanagement.com.au/ E: lachlan.hunt@bmegroup.com.au

Alliance Management Services

The Dedication & Commitment Your Building Deserves

P: 0466 533 320

W: https://alliancemanagementservices.com.au/ E: info@alliancemanagmentservices.com.au

PARKING

PowerUp Engineering

Car Stackers, Car Hoists and Turntables

P: 02 9170 0698

W: https://powerupengineering.com.au/ E: info@powerupeng.com.au

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