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Linking People & Property 🔹TCM Strata has been providing quality management services to strata titled communities since 1992🔹Far North QLD🔹Tweed Coast NSW

04/11/2026

Strata Explained Wednesday: QLD smoke alarm laws are changing.
From 1 January 2027, every Queensland home, including units and townhouses, must have smoke alarms that are photoelectric, interconnected (when one sounds, they all sound) and compliant with Australian Standard AS 3786-2014.

Rental properties and homes being sold have already had to upgrade. Now it's owner occupiers' turn.

Important: smoke alarms inside your lot are your responsibility as the owner, not the body corporate's or TCM Strata's. Check your alarms now. If they're hardwired, book a licensed electrician early.

General information only. Visit ttps://www.fire.qld.gov.au/prepare/fire/smoke-alarms

02/11/2026

Tip Tuesday: Do you know who to call when something goes wrong at your building? Save these numbers in your phone now, before you need them:
• Your body corporate manager for common property issues
• Your scheme's after-hours emergency contact (check your latest notices)
• SES on 132 500 for storm and flood help
• 000 for life-threatening emergencies

Having them handy saves precious time when a storm hits. Not sure of your scheme's contacts? Get in touch with our team. www.tcmstrata.com

01/11/2026

Maintenance Monday: Get your air conditioner summer-ready. Before the heat really kicks in:
• Clean or replace the filters
• Check the condensate drain isn't blocked, as leaks can damage the unit below or common property
• Make sure the outdoor unit is clear of leaves and debris
• Book a service if it's been more than a year direct with your provider

A well-maintained unit runs more efficiently and helps avoid leaks onto your neighbours. Check your by-laws before replacing or relocating an outdoor unit.

31/10/2026

Happy Halloween! Whether you're trick-or-treating or staying in, we hope you have a safe and fun night. A friendly reminder to respect neighbours who may prefer not to take part.

30/10/2026

Fun Fact Friday: Halloween traces back to Samhain, an ancient Celtic festival when people lit bonfires and wore costumes. If you're celebrating this weekend, keep decorations off common property unless your by-laws allow them, and be mindful of noise for your neighbours.

28/10/2026

Team Thursday 💬
We asked our team for their best advice for happy strata living in Queensland. Here’s what they said:

🏢 Rod: “Read your by-laws before you need them. Whether it’s pets, parking, noise or hanging washing on the balcony, knowing your scheme’s rules up front saves a lot of headaches later.”

🤝 Carissa: “Have a friendly chat first. Most neighbour issues can be sorted with a polite conversation. In QLD you’re expected to try resolving a dispute yourselves before it goes to the BCCM Commissioner’s Office, so a kind word really does go a long way.”

🗳️ Samantha: “Get involved! Come along to your AGM, read your meeting notices and consider joining the committee. It’s your building and your levies, so your voice matters.”

Have a strata question? Our team is here to help.

27/10/2026

Strata Explained Wednesday: Every body corporate holds an Annual General Meeting. At the AGM, owners vote on things like the budget, levies, insurance and electing the committee. It's your chance to have a say in how your building is run, so make sure you vote or attend!

Visit our website: www.tcmstrata.com

26/10/2026

Tip Tuesday: Setting a calendar reminder for your levy due dates is an easy way to avoid late payments. If you're finding it hard to pay, get in touch early – talking to us sooner rather than later gives you more options.

Contact our team: www.tcmstrata.com

25/10/2026

Maintenance Monday: Fire doors in stairwells and corridors are designed to stop smoke and fire spreading, giving everyone more time to get out safely. Never prop them open or block them, even for a moment. If a fire door isn't closing properly, report it to your body corporate manager.

23/10/2026

Fun Fact Friday: In North America, strata apartments are called 'condos', short for condominium. The word comes from Latin and roughly means joint ownership, which is exactly what strata living is: your own lot, plus a shared stake in the common property. Same idea, different name!

Address

Suite 1, 27 Lake Street
Cairns, QLD
4870

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm

Website

http://www.tcmstrata.com/

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