SSKB Strata Series: Brisbane

Join Us for an Exclusive In-House Information Night at SSKB Brisbane!

Join us in our Brisbane office for the SSKB Strata Series, an exclusive networking and educational event designed for strata professionals, committee members, and lot owners.

This special in-house session will feature expert insights from SSKB staff alongside guest speakers Mario Esera and Kate Collingwood from HWLE, who will provide valuable guidance on navigating by-laws and compliance within your strata community.

We’ll also dive into SSKB’s brand-new app feature – Breaches, designed to streamline reporting and management, making it easier for committees and managers to uphold community standards.

Enjoy canapés and drinks while connecting with industry peers and staying ahead of the latest developments in strata.

WHEN

13th March, 2025

5:30pm – 7:30pm

LOCATION

SSKB Brisbane office

Level 3/270 Adelaide Street, Brisbane City 4000

Speakers

Mario Esera

Mario Esera is a Partner at HWL Ebsworth Lawyers. He has practiced law for over 20 years and has specialised in body corporate law since 2011.

Mario is a member of the Australian College of Strata Lawyers and the Strata Community Association of Queensland. He regularly presents at their national conferences as a body corporate law expert.

Mario primarily acts for bodies corporate and their committees, but also acts for property developers, onsite caretakers and letting agents, and individual lot owners.

Mario’s main area of expertise is in relation to body corporate disputes, in particular:

  • disputes with onsite caretakers and letting agents;
  • building defects;
  • recovering unpaid levies from lot owners;
  • by-law enforcement; and
  • scheme termination.

Kate Collingwood

Kate is a senior associate in HWL Ebsworth’s Commercial Litigation group in Brisbane and works with Mario Esera.

Kate has practised law since 2015, with experience acting for clients across all Queensland jurisdictions from QCAT through to Supreme Court of Queensland and Federal Court of Queensland.

Kate is a member of the Strata Community Association of Queensland and her main practice area is in relation to body corporate disputes, including:

  • levy recoveries;
  • management rights disputes;
  • by-law disputes, including enforcement;
  • scheme termination;
  • statutory remuneration reviews for Bodies Corporates;
  • varying or reassigning management rights; and
  • building defect claims.

Kate is also experienced in general commercial litigation in construction, debt recovery and insolvency.

Brendan McGrath

Brendan has worked in various leadership and management positions across a number of industries over the last 15 years. With a background in marketing and psychology, he provides a unique sense to his role. As Chief Innovation & Technology Officer, his drive for collaboration, optimisation, and ongoing transformation provide the perfect skillset for the SSKB Group to continue to be a market leader in its services to the wider strata community.

The SSKB Strata Series is a new initiative designed to empower building managers, strata community committees, and lot owners with essential knowledge and insights. 

Hosted by SSKB, these in-person events bring together industry professionals and SSKB leaders to discuss vital topics, including legislation, legal responsibilities, and the pivotal role of strata managers. Join us to stay informed, ask questions, and connect with experts dedicated to supporting thriving, well-managed strata communities.

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