2025 SCA Federal Election

2025 Australian Federal Election

"The Case for Strata Reform"

The Strata Community Association (SCA) is actively engaging in the upcoming federal election to advocate for the interests of millions of Australians living and working in strata-titled communities.

As the peak body representing the strata sector, SCA is committed to ensuring that strata-related issues—such as housing affordability, sustainability, insurance, and disaster resilience—are prioritized in national policy discussions.

Through direct engagement with policymakers, strategic advocacy campaigns, and collaboration with industry stakeholders, SCA aims to influence key decisions that will shape the future of strata communities across the country.

"Why Strata Reform Matters"

Australia’s strata landscape is evolving — but not without challenges. From high-profile building defects to governance disputes and short-term rental conflicts, it’s clear that reforms are urgently needed to protect the millions of people living in strata communities.

Strata Community Association (SCA) is driving critical changes, advocating for:
Stronger protections against building defects
Improved governance and financial transparency
Better regulation of short-term rentals
Higher professional standards for strata managers

These reforms aren’t just about fixing current problems — they’re about shaping a more sustainable, accountable, and resilient future for strata living across Australia an addressing real concerns

"Key Focus Area's

The three key focus areas are:

1: The rapid growth of strata across Australia

2: The challenges facing strata living and where they intersect with federal policies

3: Professional strata management – necessary changes for the future of strata living

"Our Policy Priorities for Strata Reform"

The policy focuses on two main themes: a thriving strata sector and sustainable, affordable strata living.

To strengthen the strata sector, it proposes creating a federal portal for resources and education, setting national standards for strata managers by 2025, supporting the establishment of a Strata Commissioner, guiding state regulators on commission transparency, and increasing VET funding to grow the profession.

For sustainability, the policy aims to develop energy efficiency ratings and disclosure systems, advance the National Electric Vehicle Strategy, ensure planning addresses strata-specific issues like parking and building quality, fund programs for EV infrastructure, solar power, energy efficiency, and internet, and expand grants to support young people and low-income groups in purchasing strata homes.

Additionally, it calls for improved coordination to address combustible cladding and building defects.

A Thriving Strata Sector: