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Federal Government Announces Insurance Scheme for North Queensland

North Queensland has a reputation for cyclones and wild weather. This has led to many insurers refusing to cover properties or charging huge insurance premiums. Homeowners will now finally get some relief following Prime Minister Scott Morrison’s announcement that a $10 billion guarantee will be implemented aimed at dropping unaffordable insurance bills and ensuring people […]

By-laws in Queensland – What You Need to Know

By-laws in Queensland – What You Need to Know

While a Body Corporate may be efficient in ensuring the by-laws for their scheme are current and up to date, it doesn’t always mean residents are aware of these by-laws and are following them correctly.  In this article we have listed some frequently asked questions when it comes to by-laws. First, let’s take a closer look at what by-laws are […]

Does Your Strata Scheme Have a Plan for the Future?

Does your strata scheme have a plan for the future?

One of the benefits of living in a Body Corporate/Owners Corporation is that everyone contributes to the future upkeep of the property. This is managed by a regular payment of contributions. In Queensland, it is called a Sinking Fund;  In New South Wales, it is called a Capital Works Fund; In Victoria, it is called a Maintenance […]

About the SSKB app

About the SSKB app

The SSKB app was created to ensure our clients have access to everything strata at the swipe of a thumb. With the app being rolled out for a few months now, we wanted to share some of the feedback that we have received. We have had some great feedback from committee members about the app […]

Do You Know These Tips and Tricks for Successful Committee Meetings?

Do you know these tips for successful committee meetings?

If you are on the Committee of your Body Corporate/Owners Corporation, you will understand that it can sometimes be stressful trying to hold productive Committee Meetings. However, when the meeting runs well it can be a great feeling to know you are contributing to the success of your scheme. Effective Committee Meetings are essential to […]

New BCCM legislation – What Has Changed for Your Committee?

New BCCM Legislation What has changed for your committee

On 1 March 2021, new Body Corporate and Community Management (BCCM) Regulation Modules came into effect in Queensland. Many of these changes will impact your Committee. The new regulations relate primarily to recommendations made by the Queensland University of Technology (QUT) about Body Corporate procedural issues and have been made to modernise Body Corporate procedures, reduce Body […]

New BCCM Regulation Modules – What Has Changed for Owners

New BCCM Regulation Modules

The changes to the Body Corporate and Community Management (BCCM) Regulation Modules came into effect on 1 March 2021. This includes many changes for owners. There has been a lot of conversation around the new changes to legislation since they were announced on 29 September 2020. At SSKB we realise the importance of these changes […]

New BCCM Regulation Modules – What Has Changed for Meetings

New BCCM Regulation Modules what has changes for meetings

The new Body Corporate and Community Management (BCCM) Regulation Modules in Queensland have been a hot topic amongst strata communities in Queensland since being announced on 29 September 2020. On 1 March 2021, the legislation came into effect.  The new regulations relate primarily to recommendations made by the Queensland University of Technology (QUT) about Body Corporate procedural issues and have been made to modernise Body Corporate procedures, […]

A Positive Difference in Strata

A positive difference in strata

SSKB is a Body Corporate / Owners Corporation company with 5 offices across the east coast of Australia. We service clients through Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria with offices in Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Tweed Heads and Melbourne with the ultimate aim of making a positive difference to our communities. We have a broad portfolio […]

Gardening in Your Strata Property

Gardening in your strata property

Plants are becoming more popular in Strata schemes as they offer the opportunity to improve the livability of urban spaces.  With plants, herbs and gardens becoming more common in strata properties and being the start of Autumn there is no better time to ensure there is a plan in place for the maintenance of your properties garden.  Who maintains the garden […]