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This round table discussion gathers a panel of experts to delve into key issues and strategies related to maintaining ageing high-rise buildings. The session is specifically designed for strata managers to ask their questions to the panel and generate a valuable discussion. 

SCA (Vic) Round Table Discussion
Theme: Strata Challenges in Ageing High-Rise Buildings
Date: Friday 30 August 2024
Time: 9:30am – 11:30am
Venue: City Of Melbourne Bowls Club (inside Flagstaff Gardens)
Parking: Dudley Street or Queen Vic Markets
CPD Points: 2

Key Topics:

Beyond 10–15-Year Plans:
Implementing lifecycle asset-based planning
Strategies for budgeting significant replacements (e.g., copper pipework, window seals)

Transition from Gas to Electric Hot Water Systems:
Addressing the issues with aging gas systems
Evaluating cost-effective electric alternatives
Infrastructure considerations for system upgrade

Balcony Maintenance and Responsibility:
Effective strategies for managing leaks affecting multiple apartments
Balancing repairs between the Owners Corporation (OC) and individual owners

Panel:
Nicole Matthews, State Sales Manager - Centralised Energy Services / Owners Corporations (Origin Energy)
Gary Brisbane, Client Relationship Manager (The Scotia Group)
Gino Marinaro, Senior Owners Corporation Manager (Melcorp)
VJ Chhagan, General Manager (SOCM)
Kingsley Osmond, Director (Mabi Services)

MC
Sam Osborne, Education Coordinator SCA (Vic)

Levels and Alignment to Strata Workforce Competency Framework:

1. Advanced Planning and Asset Management: Senior Strata Community Manager

   This webinar series aligns with the framework's goal of developing advanced skills in lifecycle asset-based planning and budgeting for significant replacements. These topics are essential for Senior Strata Community Managers responsible for managing complex schemes and ensuring long-term sustainability.

2. Infrastructure and System Upgrades: Strata Community Manager Levels 3a & 3b

   The transition from gas to electric hot water systems involves evaluating cost-effective alternatives and addressing infrastructure challenges. Managers at Levels 3a & 3b, who handle medium to high-complexity schemes, will benefit from these insights, aligning with the framework’s focus on technical and project management skills.

3. Balcony Maintenance and Legal Responsibilities: Strata Community Manager Level 2 and above

   Effective strategies for managing leaks and balancing repairs between the Owners Corporation and individual owners enhance legal and regulatory knowledge. This topic is relevant for managers at Level 2 and above, supporting the framework's emphasis on legal compliance and regulatory understanding.

Location

City Of Melbourne Bowls Club
Flagstaff Gardens, Dudley St, West Melbourne VIC 3003

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