Did you Know? ....  New energy efficiency rules apply in rental homes from March 2027, including in apartments! Two wonderful speakers, Kate Nicolazzo and Jacob Caine will provide the information you need to be prepared, whether you’re a renter, real estate agent or rental provider!

Expressions of Interest are now open for eligible medium and high-rise apartment buildings across Metropolitan Melbourne to receive a free Electrification Feasibility Assessment, NABERS for Apartments rating, and Energy Efficiency Opportunity Report. 

Join this free online information session on Thursday 26 February at 7:30 pm to discover how shared solar works.

Environment Victoria want to hear from renters in apartments or units to expand access to the benefits of energy efficient, all-electric, clean energy powered homes. Closing: 20 February 2026.

Public submissions are open until 27 February for an inquiry into expanding access to renewable and affordable electricity for people living in apartments, townhouses and other multi-unit dwellings.

Researcher seeking to interview owners corporation members: Tackling food waste in Multi-Unit Dwellings: the role of Owners Corporations in food waste diversion

NABERS is undertaking a research project to understand how disclosure schemes can support owners in making energy efficiency upgrades to common areas of apartment buildings. Find out how your can participate.

The training covers essential guidance on effective governance for committee members, focusing on compliance with strata legislation and meeting stakeholder expectations.

Including an online livestream. This year’s conference explores how technology, good governance and community collaboration can strengthen apartment living and strata management.

High Life will be at the Electrify Boroondara Expo facilitating a discussion all about electrifying apartments. Sunday 12 October 2025, 11:30am

Nina Taylor MP is hosting a roundtable and has invited Minister Staikos to hear feedback from locals.

Tuesday 21 October 2025, 11:00 - 11:45am. Boyd Community Hub.

Read our submission to the Victorian Owners Corporation Act Review. We encourage you to speak with your local member about your experience of apartment living and what needs to change.

Rebates of up to $2,800 per household for residents living in eligible Victorian apartments, units and townhouses.

The fabulous City of Sydney hosted a practical and inspiring webinar on why apartment buildings should electrify their assets and how to make it happen. Watch it here!

Aug 29, 2025 01:00 PM. Join strata legal expert Tom Bacon, strata industry leader, Julie McLean, and OCN Director Dr. Janette Corcoran as they unpack the Government’s proposals, break down the implications, and highlight next steps.

The review opened for consultation on 5 August and closes on 2 September so time is tight. Find out more, complete the survey or upload a submission asap.

While by-laws and legislation are crucial, there's a less obvious, but equally vital, side to successful strata living: soft skills. A free webinar on Jul 17, 2025 at 12:00 PM.

An upgrade success story. From an old, energy hungry gas hot water system to a solar system and heat pump solution that’s cutting bills and emissions.

In the move to Net Zero in Australia, apartments have been largely left behind. The unique difficulties of retrofitting apartments means that they have ended up in the ‘too hard’ basket when it comes to both policy and practice. This project is one step in cracking the code!