How to Change Your Strata Manager in NSW: A 2026 Guide

How to Change Your Strata Manager in NSW: A 2026 Guide

Changing your strata manager is more common than many owners realise. While the process requires a formal decision by the owners corporation, it is largely administrative once the right steps are followed. This guide explains the key questions owners ask and the practical steps involved. Quick FAQ: common questions owners ask about changing strata manager…

2026 Capital Works Fund (CWF) Changes: New Standard Form Explained

2026 Capital Works Fund (CWF) Changes: New Standard Form Explained

From 1 April 2026, important changes to NSW strata legislation will affect how Capital Works Fund plans are prepared and presented, particularly for new developments and schemes due for review. This article focuses specifically on Capital Works Funds (CWF) as part of the broader changes to the standardised Initial Maintenance Schedule. These reforms aim to…

Insurance commissions in NSW Strata – A live panel debate

Insurance commissions in NSW Strata – A live panel debate

What does 2026 look like for insurance commissions in NSW? They are under intense scrutiny. Should they be banned? Reformed? Better disclosed? Or better managed? The 90-minute panel brought together leading voices from the NSW strata and insurance sectors for a robust, respectful debate on where things stand right now and where they should go…

Understanding Strata Levies and Special Levies in NSW

Understanding Strata Levies and Special Levies in NSW

At Premium Strata, we believe owners should always understand where their money goes. Strata levies fund the day-to-day running and long-term maintenance of your building, from cleaning, insurance and utilities through to major repairs and replacements. Special levies, by contrast, are one-off contributions raised when existing funds are not enough. This guide explains how strata…

How to Read Your Strata Levy Notice in NSW | Quick Video Explainer

How to Read Your Strata Levy Notice in NSW | Quick Video Explainer

Strata levies can be confusing — especially if you’re new to apartment living or have just received a levy notice with admin funds, capital works and special levies listed. In this short explainer video, we walk you through how to read your strata levy notice, line by line, so you understand exactly what you’re being…