 
							
					
															
					
					 by hlsswp | Feb 28, 2025 | Partner Post
The Australian Reinsurance Pool Corporation (ARPC) is a government-backed reinsurer covering cyclone and cyclone-related flood damage. CHU, Australia’s leading specialist in strata insurance, joined the ARPC Cyclone Reinsurance Pool in July 2023 for customers who have...				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					 by hlsswp | Feb 28, 2025 | Strata Solve
Most committees understand the body corporate has legislative obligations regarding repairs and maintenance of common property, and that the body corporate is under a “duty of care” to keep a building in a structurally sound condition. What is often surprising for...				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					 by hlsswp | Jan 30, 2025 | Strata Solve
As the cost of living continues to rise, we are seeing owners turn to other options to get the best value out of their homes – including converting a garage, shed or carport into a habitable space with a view to rent that new space out. The law is pretty clear on...				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					 by hlsswp | Jan 30, 2025 | Adjudicators Orders
Generally speaking, most new developments within the local council areas will include a vegetation plan noting plants and mature trees which are to be maintained at the scheme. Depending on the location of those trees, the regular maintenance may fall to the body...				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					 by hlsswp | Jan 30, 2025 | Partner Post
As part of ongoing efforts to improve energy efficiency, enhance grid reliability, and offer consumers more control over their electricity usage, the Queensland Government has introduced new meter requirements. These changes are expected to impact both residential and...