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...
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...
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....
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...
by hbcmwp | Jan 28, 2026 | Partner Post
The beginning of a new year is a natural time for body corporate committees and lot owners to review how decisions are made and consider whether current processes still meet the needs of the scheme. Under Queensland’s Body Corporate and Community Management Act 1997,...
by hbcmwp | Dec 15, 2025 | Partner Post
You may have heard the terms large market and small market when discussing your body corporate electricity bill. These classifications matter because they directly affect your costs, contract options, and rights as a consumer. When a body corporate or building manager...
