It is important to be aware of compliance requirements under the Australian Copyright Act 1968 when utilising shared facilities such as cinema/media rooms, communal lounges and recreation spaces within a strata scheme. Public Performance Licensing – What You Need to Know Any screening of films or audiovisual works outside a private domestic setting is considered a public performance and requires a valid Public Performance Licence.   In strata-titled residential buildings, thi

CHU is proud to launch its Green Grant Program which will support sustainable initiatives within residential strata properties. Open to policyholders of CHU's Residential Strata Insurance, the Green Grant Program will award a total of $50,000 in its inaugural year to empower body corporates and property owners to implement sustainable initiatives that reduce their environmental footprint, improve energy efficiency and foster community involvement. The program addresses a fund

Many homeowners are unaware that internal water damage poses a more common and costly risk than fire and burglary. While we generally protect our property against theft and fire with locking devices, alarm systems and smoke detectors, a far greater potential problem lies in wait – water damage. That sinking feeling The average water damage claim increased by 72% between 2014-2018, from $17,627 to $30,361*.  Water damage makes up 34% of an insurer’s property-related claims. Un

Risks, inspections and funding pathways for existing schemes Waterproofing defects remain a major issue across WA strata, with independent studies showing high defect rates in apartments. Balconies and terraces are frequent ingress points, and WA’s Building & Energy audits are examining practices. NCC 2025 will tighten waterproofing and water-shedding provisions, but existing schemes still need action now: prioritise inspections, fast-track rectification of known leaks, and u