Strata Industry
CAUGHT IN A BOUNDARY DISPUTE? KNOW YOUR RIGHTS
Fencing disputes are one of the most common types of disputes amongst neighbours across Australia. So what happens if you…
Noisy Pipework – Who Must Maintain It?
In the recent case of Haramis v The Owners – Strata Plan No. 51923 [2023] NSWCATCD 15, a lot owner sought an…
Garbage In, Garbage Out
The title of this post is a very old adage used in computer circles, often abbreviated as “GIGO”. It’s a…
DISHONEST AND FRAUDULENT CONDUCT: THE PROPERTY SERVICES COMPENSATION FUND
Strata managers plan an essential role in managing the affairs of owners corporations which in turn have the responsibility of…
To Cook, or Not to Cook?
In the recent case of Franklin v The Owners—Strata Plan No. 87497 [2022] NSWCATCD 210, the applicant was an owner of a…
The Importance of a Good Renovation By-law
Good renovation by-laws will protect all parties such as the owners corporation, the lot owner (and future owners) plus ensure…
THIS PARKING BEHAVIOUR IS CREATING A NUISANCE AND WE THOUGHT WE MADE A BY-LAW TO AVOID THIS?
The case of The Owners Strata Plan No. 2245 v Veney [2020] NSWSC 134 serves as an important guide for the interpretation…
Does NCAT Have Authority to Direct to Whom a Civil Penalty Issued Under s 247A of the SSMA 2015 is Paid?
According to the recent case of The Owners – Strata Plan No. 61285 v Taylor (No. 3) [2023] NSWCATCD 1, the answer…
6 Steps To Overcome Strata Disputes- NSW
It is inevitable that in strata living strata disputes will arise as everyone is different with their own values, interests and relationships. As a rule of thumb, the…
Voice of the Strata Manager Survey 2023
At MRI, we understand that strong and connected community are essential to a thriving society. Strata Managers play a critical…
