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From the General Manager
 It's been a huge month for SCA (Qld) across all areas of the organisation and I have been very proud of the SCA team and our volunteers who have worked tirelessly on behalf of our members and the strata sector.
This month has seen our advocacy and legislative reform programs shift up another gear as we represented the sector at the BUGTA parliamentary committee hearings and made submissions to the State Government on issues such as Air BnB, Debt Recovery and the Justices Act. These are large bodies of work that require the efforts of many people who commit to many hours. Thank you.
The BIG submission to the State Government was on Management Rights. We will be sending out a separate communique on this particular issue, however I would like to share with members that the SCA (Qld) submission was considered, fair, future focused, and well thought-through; reflecting the overwhelming sentiment of our members as gleaned from the recent Hackathon, and the work and direct consultation conducted by our Legislation Committee over the last 6 months.
The recent Leadership Retreat in Hobart was a wonderful success and testament to the relationships and sense of community that bind our sector together. Personally, I arrived not knowing many people and left with firm friendships. I was particularly impressed by the level of support and camaraderie on display as the participants solved some of the big issues currently facing strata businesses. It's a good day when we can remove our competitive barriers and share views and problems frankly and fearlessly in the interest of bettering ourselves and, as a result, the sector.
Please keep an eye out for our upcoming engagement opportunities and in particular the Educational Webinars and events that all go toward those important CPD totals. And for those of you attending the Golf Day later this month - I'll see you there.
Cheers!
Laura
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Mental health an experience or symptomatic event
Mental health is regularly viewed as an experience or symptomatic event that negatively impacts our lives. This false assumption positions mental health as something that an individual is or isn't experiencing and fails to recognise the other end of the spectrum when mental health is flourishing. Just like with physical health, we each have days when we feel better, average, or worse – it's an experience that is dynamic and moves along a continuum.
Understanding the mental health continuum, and where you sit on it, is a great first step in bettering your overall wellbeing. However, it is also important to know what steps to take when you recognise that your wellbeing isn't where you would like it to be. Regardless of where you currently sit on the continuum, a key step may include engaging in therapy. This may be to help resolve an underlying concern or to gain insight and strategies to move from 'good' to 'great'.
Our Member Benefit Partner - Acacia EAP, recently published a tip sheet that discusses the four types of short-term, solution-focused therapy their EAP Professionals utilise within their sessions. The tip sheet details the purposes, aims, and steps of each of these therapies.
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Staying up-to-date with Advocacy
Our advocacy updates are moving to a new home! Each month, members will receive a separate Advocacy Update to ensure we dedicate enough time and space to keep you abreast of the issues currently impacting on our sector and SCA (Qld)'s representations. Keep an eye on your inbox next week.
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The Six Pack
This month we launched a new communications touch point for our our members - The Six Pack!
The Six Pack is a curated set of interesting news snippets, bite-sized information grabs and quick reads on topical issues from around the Queensland strata sector, that will be issued weekly to our members and subscribers.
Missed seeing it in your inbox this week? not to worry! See the link below.
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SCA (Qld) we have a new look
Over the past few months we have been toiling away in the background and are excited to announce the launch of our redesigned website. It is now live and located at the same address:
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The new site was designed to be easier to navigate, and more user-friendly. Our current and prospective members will find updated and detailed information about the Strata community and the services we offer.
In the coming months we will continue improvements to the website and further enhance the user experience. Should you notice something that is no quiet right or would like to provide feedback please don't hesitate to reach out via admin.qld@strata.community
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You can check out all our upcoming events in our recent What's On guide and also on our events page.
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Golf Day - Registrations Open
 Come along, enjoy a social game of golf with fellow Strata members and get involved on Friday, 26 August 2022. Tickets include green fees, buggy hire, bacon and egg breakfast, lunch, drinks and a deluxe BBQ to end the day.
The day is specifically designed of golfers of all skill levels; keen golfers, those looking to have a social day with mates, team building with your staff and colleagues, client networking or just having fun with the industry.
2021 was a sell out event, so grab your mates and we'll see you on the green!
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The Mini Debate
 Following a highly successful Great Debate at this year’s Annual Conference, we are embarking on a new event concept to elevate our Regional Roadshow. Allow us to introduce you to the Mini Debate Series!
SCA (Qld) invites you to an afternoon of great conversation and networking, where you will hear the latest on strata issues and advocacy, followed by an opportunity to watch two of our industries finest go head-to-head in our mini debate (debate topics differ for each event). It’s sure to be fierce, fiery but ultimately a friendly forum.
So come along and make sure you don’t miss this new event.
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Leadership Retreat
We hope that those that attended, took away with some valuable and insightful learnings from being amongst a group of leaders and business owners with such a thirst for development and growth. The engagement levels were fantastic and the contributions shared was truly impressive. The overall vibe of the event was positive and the energy levels were 'off the charts.'
Rob Russano from Phuel absolutely loved being part of the Retreat and shared with us that it was a real privilege to be able to connect with such a wonderful group of attendees.
This years Retreat was resoundingly declared one of the 'best ever', and we are excited to start planning for 2023 to see if we can raise the bar even higher!
If you missed out this year's Retreat and don't want to have FOMO for 2023, we are taking expressions of interest to assist in our planning and ensure those who are able to attend can. Add your name to the EOI today to be one of the first to receive notifications about the 2032 Retreat.
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If you haven't already done so, check out all of our retreat photos, via the link below!
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Interested in Sponsorship?
Would you like to give your brand a truly competitive edge? Do you have products and services you can offer our members to help them in running their businesses and supporting their communities?
Being a sponsor with SCA (Qld) will increase your reach by connecting you with potential new customers, generating exposure for your brand, and giving you an edge over your competitors with exclusive invitations to participate in key industry events. You can even boost staff morale by getting your staff involved at these events, which include conferencing, gala award ceremonies and so much more.
Get in touch with us today, to discuss your sponsorship options.
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