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Asbestos in Strata Buildings: What NSW Owners Must Know
For decades, asbestos was seen as a miracle material—strong, heat resistant, sound-absorbing, and...
How to Choose the Right Strata Manager for Your Building
Choosing the right strata manager can make or break the smooth running of your scheme. Whether...
Housing Affordability and Demand Pressures in NSW Strata
Australia’s housing market has long been under the spotlight, with affordability and supply...
Fire Safety in Strata: Why Annual Compliance Saves Lives
In June this year, an apartment block in Brisbane’s Fortitude Valley was engulfed by flames. Some...
What Strata Owners Need to Know About Extraordinary General Meetings
When serious issues arise in a strata scheme, waiting for the next Annual General Meeting (AGM)...
Preparing Strata Buildings for Electric Vehicle Charging
Electric vehicles (EVs) are no longer a futuristic concept—they’re here. Nissan’s Leaf alone has...
Why Metro Strata Delivers More Than Standard Strata Management
Not all strata management is created equal. At Metro Strata, we pride ourselves on going beyond...
Why Strata Culture Matters When Setting By-Laws
When we think about strata living, we usually focus on levies, maintenance, or repairs. But...
Airbnb Noise Complaints in Strata: What NSW Owners Must Know
Short-term rentals like Airbnb have created new opportunities for property owners—but also new...
Understanding Community and Neighbourhood Associations in NSW
Most people are familiar with strata title properties, but fewer understand community and...
NSW Court Rules Owners Corporations Don’t Have to Upgrade
A recent NSW Court of Appeal ruling has major implications for strata living. The decision...
How to Handle Tree Disputes in NSW Strata Communities
Overhanging branches, invasive roots, or trees planted in the wrong place—these are some of the...
Landmark Ruling Makes NSW Landlords Responsible for Tenant Noise
For years, neighbours in strata buildings have struggled with noise complaints—especially when...
What NSW Strata Owners Must Know About Hard Flooring
Renovating your apartment is exciting—but when it comes to flooring, strata by-laws can limit your...
Can You Personalise Your Strata Entry Door in NSW?
One of the joys of owning an apartment is making it your own. While you can style the interior to...
What First-Time Buyers Should Know About Strata in NSW
Buying a strata-titled property can be an exciting first step—whether you’re investing or looking...
Why NSW Strata Schemes Benefit From a Building Manager
Managing a large strata scheme is no small job. With dozens or even hundreds of lots, the...
What NSW Strata Owners Should Know About Building Approvals
Whether it’s repairing an ageing building, complying with fire safety orders, or adding new levels...
Why NSW Strata Owners Must Take Fire Safety Seriously
Fire safety isn’t something you can take shortcuts with. A single fire can endanger lives, destroy...
How NSW Strata Owners Can Deal With Noisy Neighbours
Noise is one of the biggest triggers of conflict in strata living. From midnight parties to...
What Every NSW Strata Owner Must Know About Abandoned Goods
Every strata building eventually faces it—the unwanted “donation” to common property. A lounge...
Think Strata Insurance Covers You? 5 Essential Tips for NSW Landlords
Let’s face it—insurance lingo can be as dry as toast. But if you’re renting out a strata...
How to handle noise disputes in an apartment building strata plan
Alleged violations of acceptable noise levels are a common disagreement amongst residents living...