by hbcmwp | Dec 14, 2023 | Partner Post
1. The wholesale energy markets have been through a significant crisis over the last 18 months: • Wholesale electricity and gas prices increased by over 300% between Mar and Jun 2022 • This was largely driven by significant increase in global coal and...
by hbcmwp | Nov 23, 2023 | Partner Post
In a recent case heard in the NSW District Court, the spotlight was firmly on a situation that went terribly wrong, underlining the perils of when a strata scheme fails in their duty of care. In this case, the lines of responsibility blurred as the Owners Corporation...
by hbcmwp | Nov 23, 2023 | Partner Post
You might be scratching your head wondering about the power capacity in your building!Insufficient power capacity in older buildings is a common problem that can lead to a range of issues. When evaluating an older building for power capacity deficiencies, it’s...
by hbcmwp | Nov 23, 2023 | Partner Post
Strata buildings are complex structures with key components like water pipes, electrical wiring, air-conditioning systems, ventilation and lift systems in place. Much of this infrastructure is hidden out of sight either in cavity walls, cupboards, roof spaces or under...
by hbcmwp | Oct 19, 2023 | Partner Post
The Australian government has introduced new legislation in the form of the ARPC Cyclone Reinsurance Pool, and it’s something that strata property owners, particularly in Queensland, should take note of. This initiative aims to make insurance more accessible and...
by hbcmwp | Oct 19, 2023 | Partner Post
In the grand scheme of things, it’s not very often that the cold water supply needs to be turned off to a complex, or an individual dwelling. A kitchen or basin tap change, a toilet upgrade, or renovating the unit or townhouse requires that both the hot and cold...
