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4 Nov 2026APOA Sydney Group 1

Handling Top-Floor Roof Leaks: Identifying Water Intrusion and Strata Reporting Procedures

Heavy rainfall can occasionally cause water to infiltrate top-floor apartments, presenting potential safety hazards if moisture reaches electrical fittings or ceiling fixtures. When a leak occurs, landlords should…

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4 Nov 2026APOA Sydney Group 1

Roof Replacement and Restoration: Avoiding Subcontracting Pitfalls and Contract Disputes

Major property improvements such as roof replacements involve substantial financial investment and wide quotation discrepancies across the trade sector. Property owners should exercise caution regarding contract terms, specifically…

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3 Nov 2026APOA Melbourne Group 2, APOA Melbourne Group 3, APOA Melbourne Group 7

Managing Mortgage Burdens Amid Rising Interest Rates: Practical Strategies for Property Investors

Recent official interest rate adjustments, combined with elevated consumer prices and tax obligations, have intensified financial pressures on mortgage holders across Australia. Experienced investors emphasize that while nominal…

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3 Nov 2026APOA Melbourne Group 3

Repairs

Timber Staircase and Flooring Restoration: Sanding, Staining, and Polishing Best Practices

2 Nov 2026APOA Melbourne Group 5, APOA Melbourne Group 6

Repairs

Handling Native Wildlife Invasions: Identifying and Managing Possums in Residential Roofs

2 Nov 2026APOA Melbourne Group 8

Evaluating Granny Flat Additions: Regulatory Compliance, Construction Costs, and Investment Risks

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NEWSLETTER · 2026 October Monthly

Everyone Recommended Kunge. What Else Happened in APOA This October?

1 October 2026 – 31 October 2026

APOA's October: the Box Hill forum, Kunge's community recognition, property stories, practical advice and our 2027 vision.

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29 Oct 2026

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APOA Forum with Matthew Guy MP, with a speaker addressing property owners in front of an APOA banner.

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APOA Mid-Autumn 2026 Featured on 3ZZZ Mandarin Radio

1 Oct 2026

3ZZZ FM 92.3 featured a report on the APOA Mid-Autumn Gala and Annual Meeting in its Chinese Mandarin program on 1 October 2026.

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APOA grew from everyday conversations and mutual support among landlords in Australia. Today, we aim to connect a broader community of property owners — sharing experiences, learning together and turning real questions into resources people can return to.

Built by volunteers, APOA is gradually developing three connected areas of work: Member Support, Knowledge & Education, and Policy & Advocacy, so that every contribution can create lasting value.

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