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News
ABC News article - NSW productivity commissioner proposes ban on commissions paid to strata managers
The head of the NSW Productivity Commission says abolishing commissions for strata managers will increase fairness and transparency for apartment owners.
Media release
Four options on how to address conflicts of interest in strata managers’ remuneration have been detailed in a report by the NSW Productivity and Equality Commission (PEC) following a review requested by the Minister for Better Regulation and Fair Trading.
Ministerial media release
The NSW Government continues to find innovative and adaptive ways to address the housing crisis in regional areas, transforming a former commercial warehouse site in the Central West into 14 new social homes.
A further 10 projects have been declared as State Significant Development (SSD) following recommendations from the Housing Delivery Authority (HDA).
Ministerial media release
Renters’ first look at the Minns Labor Government’s Smart Rental Bonds system is here, as testing kicks off ahead of its launch in mid-2026.
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Fact sheet
Strata scheme annual reporting frequently asked questions.
Report
The NSW Productivity and Equality Commission has reviewed the market impacts of prohibiting strata managers from accepting commissions.
Review
The NSW Productivity and Equality Commission has reviewed the market impacts of prohibiting strata managers from accepting commissions.
Statement
Approved form under section 94(2) of the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015 for a statement of key financial information for a fund other than an administrative fund or a capital works fund.
Report
Proponent review and response Independent Environmental Audit report.