Strata Living

Introduction Strata laws in NSW are evolving, and big changes are on the horizon! To break it all down, Jamesons Strata Management’s Paul Culbi and...

Group CEO, Michael Vumbaca, was invited on Ticker TV AU to discuss his business ventures within the Strata Industry. Hosted by Mike Loder, Michael...

At a Glance In NSW strata schemes, responsibility for repairs and maintenance depends on whether the issue relates to common property or a private...

If you’ve been looking at your backyard and thinking it needs some work, it’s worth taking a moment to consider the boundaries and by-laws of...

At a GlanceThis article explains how to host a party in a strata home while staying considerate of neighbours and complying with NSW by-laws. It...

Big changes are coming to NSW strata laws from 1 July 2025. Learn what they mean for your building—from renovations and accessibility to committee...

At a glance Strata fees and levies are often confused, but they serve different purposes. This article breaks down how each one works, what they...

Neighbour noise? Parking problems? Learn the most common strata disputes in NSW and how to resolve them — calmly, quickly, and in line with the...

Not happy with your current strata manager, but unsure if you’re allowed to make a change? You’re not alone. Two of the most common questions...

Managing a strata building is no small task, and having the right strata manager makes all the difference. But what happens when the service you’re...

If your strata manager isn’t meeting expectations, you’re not alone — and you’re not stuck. Whether it’s communication issues, unkept...

Strata Levies: What You’re Paying For, How They’re Set, and Why They May Go Up Strata levies are one of the most frequently misunderstood parts...

The NSW Government has introduced significant changes to residential tenancy laws that affect both landlords and tenants. These changes are part of...

Big changes are coming to NSW strata laws from 1 July 2025. Learn what they mean for your building—from renovations and accessibility to committee...

Thinking of adding a furry (or feathered) friend to your home? You’re not alone. With more people choosing apartment and strata living, the desire...

At a Glance In NSW, strata renovations must comply with the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015, your scheme’s by-laws, and the 2025 reforms....

Sustainability is becoming an essential part of how we live, work, and manage our properties. In NSW, strata schemes play a crucial role in reducing...

At Jamesons, our mission is simple: to make our clients happier at home by leaving every building in a better place. With over 60 years’ experience...

When there’s a disagreement in your strata scheme, whether between lot owners and the strata management, corporate body or owners corporations, and...

At this time of year, you might have identified some cold draughts or areas of water damage that need to be fixed, or you may be thinking about ways...

Group CEO, Michael Vumbaca, was invited on Ticker TV AU to discuss his business ventures within the Strata Industry. Hosted by Mike Loder, Michael...

With around 80% of the City of Sydney’s population calling apartments home, most of us are living in a strata community in 2020 – and that number...

Coronavirus is changing the way we interact with our neighbours, but there’s never been a better time to look out for one other. Here’s how to be...

With current restrictions in Australia and New South Wales due to COVID-19, many of us might be facing new ways of interacting in our apartment...

For all parents, the safety of their child will be the key consideration when it comes to choosing a new home. As owning a house has become out of...

Balconies are a fantastic place to wind down after a long day at work or to host friends for a dinner al fresco, so it’s unsurprising that they...

Retirement should be a time for relaxation and enjoyment but, quite often, the ongoing effort of maintaining the spaces we used to need outweighs the...

Choosing eco-friendly strategies to greenify your strata means more than just increasing the value of your property. With the right strategies in...

Dealing with disputes and conflict are an unfortunate fact of life for any strata manager, but problems don’t need to spiral out of control. With a...

There have been over 90 changes to the New South Wales strata laws with the introduction of the new Strata Schemes Management Act 2015, including...

So you’re joining a Sydney strata for the first time and you’re about to move in. In our experience, creating respect between yourself, your...

Traditionally, there’s been little incentive and a great deal of difficulty in putting sustainable principles in place within inner-city apartment...

Having no yard doesn’t rule out having a garden. You just have to be creative with the outdoor space you do have and, for many apartment dwellers,...

Starting up a community garden in a strata complex is not only good for residents’ health because of the access to fresh food and green spaces,...

Green living can provide each resident, whether living in a house in the north shore, eastern suburbs or in any strata in Sydney, with reduced energy...

We understand that rising energy costs can be frustrating! What if we told you that you could save on energy bills whilst also reducing your carbon...

Would you like to reduce you energy consumption and associated costs considerably? Earlier this year we took the initiative to investigate how we...

Having grown up in the leafy and spacious upper north shore before moving into the inner city, I discovered very quickly how much I missed...

When it comes to understanding fence responsibilities in strata schemes, the topic can quickly become confusing. In strata living, boundaries can...

As electric vehicles (EVs) become increasingly popular, the demand for EV charging infrastructure is rising. For strata buildings, offering EV...

Smoke alarms are an essential safety feature in any building, but when it comes to strata properties, there can be confusion about who is responsible...

Maintaining a healthy living environment in your strata scheme is crucial for the well-being of residents and the structural integrity of the...

Group CEO, Michael Vumbaca, was invited on Ticker TV AU to discuss his business ventures within the Strata Industry. Hosted by Mike Loder, Michael...

The mention of special levies is enough to worry many strata owners, but rest assured these levies are only put in place when the vast majority of...

Sick of leaves, nuts or fruit falling on your roof?Worried about a large or dangerous tree hanging over your property?Perhaps you’re simply wanting...

COVID-19 is putting a hold on many normal activities at the moment, and many NSW strata residents might be wondering whether strata repairs, cleaning...

We know that the Novel Coronavirus, or COVID-19, has had a financial impact on many Australians, including those who live in New South Wales’ many...

Selling any property can be a daunting and complex process, but selling property in a strata scheme can be quite different from selling regular...

Jamesons Strata Management has established two new branches in Hornsby and Wollongong to further meet growing demand for quality strata services...

In our video series Michael Vumbaca, General Manager at Jamesons Strata discusses how the new laws address gifts and benefits. The new...

2016 and 2017 have seen a number of developments and growth in strata buildings on Sydney’s north shore. This is in line with the trend for...

The date has finally been confirmed for the reform of NSW strata laws! The NSW Parliament passed over 90 changes to the Strata Management Act last...

Much-heralded strata reform affecting NSW apartments has been delayed to allow further consultation with interested parties. The raft of changes...

There’s no doubt about it, apartments are at the forefront of Australia’s current boom in high-density living. This year’s Australian Bureau of...

Following on from our recent articles about changes to the Home Building Act, the second and final round of changes are scheduled to kick off on 1...

The changes to the home building act originally scheduled for 1 December 2014 have been officially scheduled for release in two stages in 2015. 15...

Once again we got together this year as a company to review the year that was, and all that we need to work on in 2015 and beyond. We surveyed some...

This summer, like all those before it, we see thousands of Australians of all ages and with varying degrees of skill taking to the water to stay cool...

2014 saw a number of key personnel changes here at Jamesons. We were delighted to welcome Andrew Kelty to our business earlier this year. Andrew...

It’s been a long time coming, but we are very proud to announce we have opened our doors in the Eastern Suburbs. Our new offices are situated at 12...

While it is not clear exactly when changes to the Home Building Act (HBA) will be implemented, it is clear that they will have a dramatic effect on...

It really makes you wonder what the world is coming to when people start getting shot at Strata Meetings. This event has shocked me personally and I...

Thanks to our friends at Mills Oakley for supplying the below article. It certainly highlights the importance of proper meeting procedures at all...

It is essential that you contact your strata manager if you are planning to renovate your...

Check first of all to ascertain that it is not a general power failure in the street. If it is a general failure please call the Energy Australia...

Water supply failure can occur for several reasons. For example, Sydney Water might be carrying out works on the street pipes and has temporarily...

Call your strata manager to have them contact the lift company, or alternatively the lift maintenance company whose name is generally located on a...

Make sure that your door remote controller is working and that the batteries are not old and flat by checking it against another resident’s...

The first sign of a problem will frequently be that, when flushing the toilet, the water backs up to the rim of the bowl and does not drain away. A...

There are a number of items that are excluded by the Owners Corporation, and are the responsibility of the Lot owner(s) to repair and maintain....

To be entitled to vote at a general meeting you must be “financial.” This means that all levies must be paid up till the date of the...

The following persons are eligible for nomination to the Executive Committee: An individual who is an owner. A company nominee of a corporation that...

A Special Levy is often raised when there aren’t sufficient funds in either the Administrative Fund or the Sinking Fund to pay for an...

If the main entry door to your unit or a window is damaged by a break and entry or is vandalised to the extent that the security of your unit is...

Article written by Mills Oakley Lawyers: On 18 September 2013, the Strata Schemes Management Amendment (Child Windows Safety) Bill (“the...

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Are Your Glazing Contractors Qualified? Most glazing problems occur right from the outset. They generally stem from the inappropriate select ion and...

Energy bills are often complex. In most cases, without a solid background in energy, it can be difficult to understand what you are actually being...

In Owners of Strata Plan 64282 v Patelis, the Supreme Court of New South Wales granted an Owners Corporation an urgent injunction preventing the...

As we edge closer to “E-Day” – the looming September election, a number of debates are heating up the political landscape. The price on carbon...

With the continued rise in energy costs impacting commercial buildings across Australia, investing in energy efficiency makes more sense than ever....

Incorrect energy bills cost Australian businesses thousands Energy Action leading the charge to help businesses understand energy costs With all...

On 19 July 2013, Justice Pembroke of the Supreme Court of NSW delivered a judgment in the case of The Owners – Strata Plan No. 70798 v Bakkante...

Ever left Christmas shopping until the last minute – what happens? As consumers edge closer to Christmas Eve their purchase options become...