Greetings,

In community scheme management, small oversights can often lead to bigger problems later - whether it’s outdated rules, missed legal updates or governance processes that no longer reflect current best practice.

This week’s Paddocks Press explores some important issues every trustee, managing agent and scheme executive should keep on their radar, along with opportunities to sharpen your knowledge and stay ahead in an ever-evolving industry. Don’t forget: early bird pricing for our upcoming courses is still available for a limited time.

FEATURED ARTCILE:

Are your scheme’s old sectional title rules still valid? In this article, Jennifer Paddock explains what happened to pre-2016 sectional title rules under the STSMA, when old rules remain enforceable, and why trustees should not assume that rules stamped by the Deeds Office are automatically lawful today. Read Article

LEVEL UP:

Whether you’re a trustee, managing agent or property professional, ongoing education is one of the best ways to reduce risk, improve decision-making, and build confidence in your role. Our upcoming courses are designed to provide practical, up-to-date knowledge you can apply immediately in real-world community scheme management situations.

With expert-led training, flexible online learning, and access to early bird pricing for a limited time, now is the ideal opportunity to invest in your professional growth.

REGISTER TODAY. START 24 AUGUST

FROM THE ARCHIVES:

In this podcast, Jennifer summarises the basic requirements to legally take body corporate resolutions in sectional title schemes.

1. The three different types of body corporate resolutions
2. The two different ways each of these resolutions can be taken
3. Calculating votes in ‘number’ and ‘value’
4. How to take ordinary, special and unanimous resolutions at a general meeting
5. How to take these resolutions in writing; and finally
6. Excluded votes

DOWNLOAD CHEAT SHEET

PADDOCKS CONSULTING SERVICES:

If you have an issue, chat to us. Paddocks Consulting offers expert guidance on all aspects of community scheme management, governance, and compliance.   Request Consultation