A new era of mandatory training for strata committees
Posted 27 August 2026
Category: Strata
Pending reforms to strata management legislation — including the Strata Schemes Legislation Amendment (Miscellaneous) Bill 2025 — are expected to commence later this year. A key part of these reforms is the introduction of mandatory strata committee training. In particular:
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Section 257B introduces a clearer and more structured framework for mandatory strata committee training. The provision provides that:
Key Training Requirements
From 1 October 2026, new and returning strata committee members in NSW will be required to complete online training delivered by NSW Fair Trading within 3 months of being appointed. At present, Fair Trading is the only approved provider for mandatory strata committee training. The key points are:
Training Exemptions
Training requirements do not apply to strata committee members:
Committee members who are exempt from mandatory training should provide evidence of their exemption to the committee secretary. Once the introductory training is completed, committee members will have access to additional training each year. For more information, click here to learn about Fair Trading’s training requirements.
How do these changes impact strata managing agents?
Strata managing agents will need to update internal processes to support schemes in meeting these new training requirements. In practice, agents should:
We have considerable experience with these reforms and could assist you with any practical issues you may be experiencing or expect.
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***The information contained in this article is general information only and not legal advice. The currency, accuracy and completeness of this article (and its contents) should be checked by obtaining independent legal advice before you take any action or otherwise rely upon its contents in any way.
