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Episode 12
​" The interaction between residential tenancies and bodies corporate, and how the RTA fits in"

An informative discussion on the role of the RTA and managing strata tenancy matters with Lynn Smith, Senior Community Education Officer at Residential Tenancies Authority (RTA)

Lynn provides an overview of the RTA’s role and function in relation to tenancies in Queensland, and in particular, those tenancies occurring within a Body Corporate.  Topics covered include discussion on:

  • An overview of RTA forms and what they are used for;
  • Role and scope of RTA:​
  •  RTA Conciliators;
  •  RTA Investigation team.
  • What matters and parties the RTA can deal with and interaction with cross-jurisdictional matters;
  • Differences in dispute resolution pathways open for tenants and landlords and typical disputes that come to the RTA for dispute resolution, such as:
  • By-law disputes – the effect of Body Corporate by-laws in tenancy matters, and how the RTA assists its customers;
  • Managing damage to Common Property caused by tenants – a discussion on maintenance vs fair wear and tear;
  • Breach Notices.
  • Tips on applying for dispute resolution assistance with the RTA;
  • What happens if a matter is not resolved during RTA dispute resolution processes;
  • RTA penalty and enforcement processes for breaches of Queensland tenancy laws, such as unlawful entry, failure to lodge rental bonds with the RTA, failure to supply required RTA documentation;
  • Role of on-site managers in lodging the bond application;
  • Tips for landlords and tenants in better managing tenancy issues: communication, being informed of the rules and where to find them;
  • The review of residential tenancy legislation.
 
RTA contact details:
 
Tel: 1300 366 311
Email: rta@rta.qld.gov.au
 
RTA website:
www.rta.qld.gov.au
 
RTA News signup:
https://www.rta.qld.gov.au/News-to-your-inbox?b=842B83A1A55643508C318D7458526208
 
RTA Factsheets:
https://www.rta.qld.gov.au/Forms-and-publications/Fact-sheets
 
RTA Forms:
https://www.rta.qld.gov.au/Forms-and-publications/Forms
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Episode 11
​" Body Corporate Managers – the critical cog in the strata machine "

An experienced BCM’s view on strata management best practice, and achieving client satisfaction in an ever-expanding role with Coralie Mott, Director of CTS management

Episode 10
​"Body Corporate debt recovery - Procedures, tips and steps to successful action"

An instructive look at debt recovery from the Body Corporate and lawyer’s perspective, and how to manage such processes with Daniel Wignall, Principal Lawyer at Macpherson Kelley

Episode 9
​"BCMs, the need for licencing and the role of education in enhancing the profession"

An insightful view on Body Corporate Management, its intricacies and future growth opportunities with Deryck Walker, RMIT

Episode 8
​"Caretakers, challenges and the role of ARAMA"

An informative walk-through the concept of management rights and the Caretaker Manager in Queensland with Trevor Rawnsley, CEO of ARAMA (Australian Resident Accommodation Managers Association)

Episode 7
​"Strata developers, caretakers and owners – managing the people and avoiding the pitfalls"

A thought-provoking walk through Strata development issues and related Strata legislation with Jason Carlson, Director at Grace Lawyers

Episode 6
​"UOAQ, its stakeholders and how they work together for better strata communities"

A practical discussion with Ross Anderson, the Vice President of the Unit Owners Association of Queensland (UOAQ)

Episode 5
​"The Strata industry now, and a vision for the future"

A visionary view on the Strata industry with James Nickless, Vice President of Strata Community Australia Qld (SCA)​

Episode 4
​"A fervent discussion on navigating through the inherent challenges of Strata"

Practical insights into Strata relationships and disputes with Frank Higginson, Director and Partner at Hynes Legal

Episode 3
​"Strata, Law reforms and how they affect us all​​"

A technical and practical discussion with Professor Michael Weir, Faculty of Law - Bond University

Episode 2
​"Management rights - tips, tricks and challenges​"

An informative chat with the director of Mahoneys Lawyers, John Mahoney

Episode 1
​"The Body Corporate Commissioner's office 101"

A relaxed discussion with the Body Corporate Commissioner, Chris Irons
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ABOUT Marc Mercier

​​Marc is a body corporate lawyer and author of the legal practitioner textbook Body Corporate Law in Qld: Practice and Procedure (released in April 2018 by the eminent legal publisher Wolters Kluwer CCH).  
​The Let’s Talk Strata podcast is the first of its kind for QLD. It’s a platform that sees pinnacle industry professionals discuss matters within the areas of their expertise concerning all things Strata.

​Strata issues affect a significant number of Queenslanders and this podcast seeks to elevate those important issues to the communities’ attention. The podcast also strives to obtain the views of every important stakeholder in the Strata industry.

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