The final wave of strata reforms receives assent
Posted 16 October 2026
Category: Strata Reform
The long-awaited Strata Schemes Legislation Amendment (Miscellaneous) Bill 2026 (“Miscellaneous Bill”) has now received assent, marking another significant milestone in the unrelenting wave of strata reforms that have come into effect since 2023.
Introduced in November 2025, the Miscellaneous Bill represents the latest stage in implementing recommendations from the 2021 statutory review of the strata and communities legislation (Click here to read our article about the strata reforms). The reforms are extensive and will affect owners corporations, strata committees, lot owners, managing agents, building managers and more.
What does the Miscellaneous Bill change?
The Miscellaneous Bill introduces a wide range of amendments to the strata and communities legislation. In particular, the reforms address:
As with previous legislation amending the strata and communities legislation, the Miscellaneous Bill will be implemented in stages.
- On assent
- On proclamation
Click here for our Checklist, which particularises the changes which have come into effect on assent and suggests actions to be taken.
It is also important to note that certain provisions of the Strata Schemes Legislation Amendment Act 2025 have not yet commenced, pending proclamation. These provisions tie in with, and in some cases are designed to precede the reforms introduced by the Miscellaneous Bill (Click here to download our pending strata reforms guide). The provisions yet to commence include:
- Strata committee training
- Recovery of unpaid contributions and interest
- Prescribed warranties for contracts in respect of exclusive supply networks.
To help schemes prepare, we will develop a dedicated checklist which particularises these pending changes and suggests the actions that should be considered before they take effect.
We have considerable experience with these reforms and could assist you with reallocation with any practical issues you may be experiencing or expect.
Key takeaways
- The Miscellaneous Bill introduces significant changes affecting owners corporations and strata committees.
- Key amendments include new obligations for managing agents and owners corporations.
- The reforms will be implemented in stages, with some provisions pending proclamation.
- Training for strata committees is among the upcoming requirements under the new legislation.
- Bannermans Lawyers offers assistance with navigating these changes and practical issues.
***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.
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