Fuel prices are rising. Supply is uncertain. Across Australia, drivers are switching to electric vehicles faster than ever before. But the moment someone decides to buy an EV, one question immediately replaces the old ones at the petrol pump. “Where do I charge — and will the bay actually be free when I get there?”…
How intelligent parking solutions enhance Building Performance – driver experience, safety and long-term property value This article comes from an editorial article written by Angelique Mentis and featured in Build Australia’s January 2026 edition It reflects current Australian parking trends, evolving smart-parking technologies, and real-world implementations across strata, healthcare, education and commercial property. Why the…
Parking stress is something almost everyone has experienced. From arriving home to find your allocated space taken, to navigating crowded commercial car parks, parking problems have a way of turning small inconveniences into daily frustrations. Across residential buildings, commercial developments and public spaces, parking bollards have quietly become one of the simplest ways to remove…
From 1 July 2025, major reforms to NSW strata law took effect, embedding sustainability into the governance of every strata scheme. Under the Strata Schemes Legislation Amendment Act 2025 (NSW Government – Key Changes), strata committees must now include sustainability as a standing item on every Annual General Meeting (AGM) agenda. This means energy efficiency,…
Visitor parking is one of the most in-demand—and misunderstood—resources in strata buildings. Whether it’s an apartment complex, mixed-use development, or commercial strata, parking spots meant for visitors are often at the centre of disputes, confusion, or even breaches of by-laws. So we asked the people who know best: building and facilities managers, strata committees, and…
For many Australians living in strata apartments, having an extra parking space can open the door to a steady income stream. As urban areas become more congested, drivers often struggle to find secure and convenient spots for their cars. If you’re a property owner, facility manager, or strata committee member, learning how to monetise these…
Investing in smart parking solutions is a transformative step for building and property owners to enhance their parking returns on investment and improve user satisfaction. As drivers demand efficiency, convenience, and security, smart parking systems offer numerous benefits to enhance ROI and driver experience. Here are five compelling reasons on how smart parking systems are…
Parking problems in apartment buildings can be a real headache. They cause frustration for residents and make building management more challenging. One effective solution is the use of parking bollards. These barriers can enhance the parking experience in your residential building. In this blog, we’ll explore how bollards can solve parking problems, improve safety, and…
Solve Visitor Parking Issues As a resident of a strata building, do you often face parking problems? With limited parking spots available for both residents and visitors in residential apartment buildings, we hear of a lot of disputes, stress, and frustration. But there’s an effective solution to make life easier for residents in strata buildings…
With cleaner, greener transport in mind, coupled with rising petrol prices, it’s a priority to navigate sustainably and efficiently when driving. Google Maps has recently launched two groundbreaking features which address and enhance both efficiency and sustainability in your driving.To help drivers reach their destination faster and in a more eco-friendly way. In this blog…
