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- Merry Christmas & CBCS Out-Of-Office-Dates
- Important Notices & Reminders - Staff Update: Ashleigh Marr
- New Resource Coming Soon: Body Corporate Committee Meeting Handbook - Reducing Common Property Utility Bills - Embracing Energy Efficiency - Summer Maintenance Checklist - Stay Connected: Get weekly updates on our Facebook page! |
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Welcome to the Final Quarterly BC Noticeboard of 2024!
With warm summer days just around the corner, the year is winding down, and it's time to start preparing for the upcoming holiday season. Now is a great time to begin addressing your summer maintenance tasks and any other urgent BC matters. Doing so will help you and your committee stay ahead of the festive rush, ensuring you're fully prepared for your first committee meeting of 2025.
Christmas Office Closure Dates:
Our hardworking team will be taking a well-deserved break over the Christmas period to relax and recharge. Please note that our office will close at 12:00 PM today, Friday, 20 December 2024, and reopen at 9:00 AM on Monday, 13 January 2025. During this time, our team will be unavailable. However, if an emergency arises—such as a power outage, water leak, or lighting issue—please call 027 970 5435. A Big Thank You:
We would like to take this opportunity to express our sincere gratitude for your continued support throughout 2024. We truly value the trust you place in us and are proud to manage your Body Corporate or Cross Lease.
On behalf of the entire CBCS team, we would like to wish you all a very happy and safe Christmas. We look forward to working with you in 2025. |
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IMPORTANT NOTICES & REMINDERS |
Overdue Levies: A reminder that having overdue levies or outstanding amounts on your account will affect your eligibility to vote at upcoming annual general meetings. Additionally, it will prevent you from participating in the committee or becoming the chairperson.
We understand that unforeseen circumstances may arise. If you find yourself facing overdue levies, we encourage you to reach out to us at finance@cbcs.nz. Our team is here to help and discuss potential payment plans to assist you. |
STAFF UPDATE: ASHLEIGH MARR |
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We would like to inform you that Ashleigh Marr, our Body Corporate Manager, will be going on maternity leave in February 2025. Upon her return, Ashleigh will be stepping into a new role at CBCS as our Business Development Manager.
After serving as our Body Corporate Manager with dedication and expertise, Ashleigh is ready to tackle new challenges and drive growth in our business development efforts. While we will certainly miss Ashleigh in her current capacity as Body Corporate Manager, we’re thrilled to retain her talents within our team and look forward to the positive changes she will bring in her new position.
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With Ashleigh’s transition to Business Development Manager, we will be appointing a new Body Corporate Manager in the new year. We will provide further information about this change before February 2025. We understand that many of you have developed strong working relationships with Ashleigh, and we want to assure you that you will continue to receive the same high level of service going forward.
We wish Ashleigh all the best as she prepares for her exciting new chapter ahead and look forward to welcoming her back when she returns. |
NEW RESOURCE COMING SOON: BC COMMITTEE MEETINGS HANDBOOK |
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Good news! We’re excited to announce that we’ve started working on a brand-new resource: The BC Committee Meetings Handbook!
This comprehensive guide covers all key aspects of Body Corporate committee meetings, providing clarification on committee formation, responsibilities, and meeting procedures in accordance with the Unit Titles Act 2010.
We can’t wait to share this invaluable resource with you and will let you know as soon as the guide is live on our website, under our resources section. If you have any suggestions for additional resources you'd like us to explore, please email us at admin@cbcs.nz . We’d love to hear from you!
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REDUCING COMMON PROPERTY UTILITY BILLS - EMBRACING ENERGY EFFICIENCY |
There are numerous opportunities for energy-efficient upgrades within your community. In today’s eco-conscious world, energy efficiency is more than just a trend – it’s a necessity that reduces environmental impact and helps yield long-term savings on bills.
Here are some key areas where you can embrace energy efficiency on common property or individual lots: |
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Lighting: one of the simplest yet most effective changes you can implement is switching out traditional lighting for energy-saving LED alternatives. Not only do these lights consume less energy, but they also enjoy a longer lifespan, which means fewer replacements and lower maintenance costs. Heating and cooling systems: these systems are often major energy guzzlers. By upgrading to energy-efficient systems, you can maintain a comfortable environment within your strata community while keeping utility costs in check.
Solar power: solar panel installations are a game-changer, especially in regions with ample sunlight. They can significantly reduce your community’s reliance on traditional power sources, yielding electricity bill savings and contributing to a greener planet.
Appliances: energy-efficient appliances are crucial in creating a sustainable living environment. Old appliances can be an energy drain. Replacing them with energy-efficient alternatives can reduce your community’s energy consumption and utility costs.
By taking proactive steps toward energy efficiency, your BC community can not only reduce its environmental footprint but also enjoy significant cost savings, creating a brighter and more sustainable future for everyone involved. |
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To protect your property and ensure the safety of residents, it's vital to be proactive in your maintenance efforts. Creating a checklist is the key to ensuring that you don't miss anything!
Below, we have put together just a few tasks to add to your summer inspection checklist:
Here are some essential tasks that should be added to your maintenance checklist: - Consider bug control measures (especially if wasps or spiders are a problem)
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Prune trees and clear debris
- Inspect heating, cooling, and ventilation systems
- Check extractor fans are working well
- Look for any signs of moisture buildup
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Clean foundation vents
- Examine all taps and under-sink pipes for plumbing components that might need attention
- Roof and spouting: Check for any damage or leaks on the roof and clean and unclog your spouting
- Clean gutters
- Check your smoke alarms. And while you’re at it, remember to check the expiration date on your fire extinguisher, too
Maintenance tasks may be a chore, but completing these each season will protect your investment. Preventing structural damage, saving energy, and keeping the property’s systems running properly are all benefits of attentive property maintenance.
Did you know that we can help organise your property maintenance or provide personalized suggestions based on your property? Give us a call today to find out more on 04-970-5435.
Need help? Did you know that we can help organise your property maintenance or provide personalised suggestions based on your property? Give us a call today to find out more on 04-970-5435. |
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