THE AGM TIME THIEF Annual General Meetings are rarely anyone’s idea of a fun evening. Most strata unit owners and committee members attend because they care about their building, want to make responsible decisions, and would prefer to get through the agenda without turning what could be a 30-minute meeting into an endurance event. Yet […]

FINAL OPPORTUNITY: GOLD COAST STRATA SEMINAR NEXT WEEK After a strong series of events across Queensland, the May | June 2026 Smart Strata Community Education Seminar Series will conclude next week with the Gold Coast Strata Seminar. Taking place on Wednesday, 3rd June 2026 at the People First Stadium – Chairman’s Club Room, the Gold […]

WHY MOST BODY CORPORATES PROJECTS GO OVER BUDGET (AND HOW COMMITTEES CAN TAKE BACK CONTROL) Body corporates are responsible for some of the most complex and high-risk decisions in a building’s lifecycle, particularly major maintenance and capital works. From façade remediation and roofing to waterproofing and infrastructure upgrades, these projects carry significant financial, legal, and […]

BUILDING DEFECTS: CAN A BODY CORPORATE BRING A CLASS ACTION ON BEHALF OF LOT OWNERS? On 27 January 2026, the Brisbane Supreme Court delivered its decision in Body Corporate for Westmark Milton CTS v Devine Constructions Pty Ltd [2026] QSC 9. The decision was that: on establishment of a community titles scheme, the contractual rights […]

HALFWAY WRAP-UP: CAIRNS SEMINAR NEXT WEEK! The May | June 2026 Smart Strata Community Education Seminar Series is now past the halfway point, with strong attendance and engagement across the first three events in Airlie Beach, the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane. With over 250 registrations so far, the series has continued to generate valuable discussions […]