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Are there measures the body corporate can implement to help manage the cost of insurance?

Are there measures the body corporate can implement to help manage the cost of insurance?

by hbcmwp | Feb 19, 2026 | Partner Post

Regular Maintenance: Strata buildings that do not undertake regular maintenance measures can put their buildings at risk of higher premiums. It is a statutory requirement that all strata titled buildings must maintain and repair common property, hence the importance...
Small Defects, Big Insurance Risk – You Need to Act Early

Small Defects, Big Insurance Risk – You Need to Act Early

by hbcmwp | Feb 19, 2026 | Partner Post

In today’s strata environment, obtaining and maintaining body corporate insurance is becoming increasingly challenging. Across Australia, insurers are tightening their requirements, premiums are rising, and many schemes are discovering that even small building issues...
Hidden Water Leaks Can Cause Major Damage and Cost You More Than You Think

Hidden Water Leaks Can Cause Major Damage and Cost You More Than You Think

by hbcmwp | Feb 19, 2026 | Partner Post

Concealed water leaks or hidden water leaks can not only cause significant damage but can also be costly with increased water bills being experienced. Concealed water leaks can go undetected for a long period of time as they may not always show up at surface level. A...
Navigating Responsibilities: What Strata Managers Need To Know About Who Pays For Glass Repairs?

Navigating Responsibilities: What Strata Managers Need To Know About Who Pays For Glass Repairs?

by hbcmwp | Feb 19, 2026 | Partner Post

Few topics create more confusion in strata schemes than responsibility for glass repairs. Is it the lot owner? The owners corporation? Or shared responsibility? For strata managers, navigating these questions clearly and consistently is key to avoiding disputes....
Is CCTV Footage Automatically a Body Corporate Record, or Does It Depend on the Circumstances?

Is CCTV Footage Automatically a Body Corporate Record, or Does It Depend on the Circumstances?

by hbcmwp | Feb 19, 2026 | Strata Solve

This question comes up regularly. Until recently, the prevailing view was that CCTV recordings formed part of a body corporate’s official records. On that basis, they were generally available for inspection by those legally entitled to access body corporate records. A...
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