MACKAY MAINTENANCE SEMINAR NEXT WEEK!

Following the hugely successful Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast events, the Smart Strata Community Education Seminar Series now heads north — with the Mackay Maintenance Seminar happening next week!

This marks the third stop in our statewide series, themed Clarifying Maintenance & Improvement Obligations for common property, lot boundaries, and exclusive use areas.

Join us at Rydges Mackay Suites on Wednesday, 15th October 2025 — 4:30pm for a 5:00pm start — for a free, in-person maintenance seminar designed to deliver practical insights, legal clarity, and valuable industry connections.

This is your opportunity to hear directly from strata industry experts, ask questions specific to your scheme, and connect with other engaged stakeholders who share your commitment to effective strata maintenance and governance.

Why Our Maintenance Seminar Matters

Uncertainty around who is responsible for repairs, maintenance, or improvements continues to be one of the biggest sources of confusion and dispute in strata living. Clear legal guidance helps committees make faster, fairer, and more defensible decisions — saving time, money, and community harmony.

Our expert presenters and industry professionals bring decades of combined experience to unpack this complex topic with clarity and practicality, giving attendees the tools to confidently navigate real-world challenges.

Mackay Maintenance Seminar Highlights

Confused about who’s responsible for repairs, upgrades, or improvements in your scheme? You’re not alone — and this session will help clear things up.

During this seminar, you’ll gain:

• A clear understanding of the difference between maintenance, repair, and improvement — and why it matters.
• Guidance on determining whether the body corporate or the lot owner is responsible for maintenance.
• Insights on how to handle requests from owners wanting to improve common property.
• Clarity on who pays, how costs are shared, and how to avoid common pitfalls.
• Practical tips for transparent, compliant, and well-documented committee decisions.

These are some of the most common — and often misunderstood — areas in strata, and being informed is essential to minimise conflict, control costs, and protect your committee’s reputation.

Meet the Mackay Maintenance Seminar Panel: Trusted Legal and Industry Experts

Our Mackay panel brings together two respected professionals with extensive strata experience:

• Brenton Schoch – Partner, Grace Lawyers.
• Rachel Blaxland – Senior Strata Community Manager, Archers the Strata Professionals.

Together, they’ll explore both the legal framework and the practical application of maintenance and improvement obligations, sharing insights that every committee and manager can apply immediately.

Event Details & Registration

Date: Wednesday, 15th October 2025.
Time: 4:30pm arrival for 5:00pm start.
Location: Rydges Mackay Suites.
Cost: Free of charge.
Includes: Light refreshments, drinks, and networking opportunities.

👉 Register Now for the Mackay Seminar

Upcoming Seminar Locations

If you can’t make it to Mackay, there are still opportunities to join us at another Queensland venue:

• Brisbane — Wed 22^nd Oct, Broncos Leagues Club — Register →
• Cairns — Thu 30^th Oct, Pullman Reef Hotel Casino — Register →

Each session includes engaging presentations, open Q&A, and an exhibitor showcase featuring suppliers and service providers who support the strata community.

Meet Our Mackay Industry Exhibitors

Who Should Attend

This session is designed for anyone involved in strata operations, including:

• Committee members who oversee repairs, approvals, and upgrades.
• Lot owners considering alterations or seeking clarity on responsibilities.
• Body corporate managers managing multiple schemes and governance processes.
• Suppliers and consultants working with strata schemes on maintenance or compliance.

If your role involves decisions about repairs, improvements, or common property, this seminar is an invaluable resource.

What You’ll Gain

Attendees will leave equipped to:

• Resolve disputes using clear, legally informed frameworks.
• Protect scheme finances with correct cost allocation and levy recovery processes.
• Enhance governance through accurate documentation and consistent practices.
• Build trust and confidence within the strata community through transparent decision-making.

Secure Your Place Today

With the Mackay seminar fast approaching, now is the perfect time to register. Don’t miss your opportunity to hear from leading strata professionals as they unpack one of the most complex and commonly misunderstood areas of strata governance.

We look forward to seeing you next week in Mackay!

Article contributed by the Smart Strata team.