This month we explore the people, trends and challenges shaping the accommodation industry. From a hands-on profile of the Lazy Lizard Motor Inn in Port Douglas to expert insights on management rights, legal frameworks, finance and body corporate matters, this edition delivers practical knowledge for operators at every level. You’ll also find industry news, market updates, and a special focus on governance, compliance and business strategy in a changing landscape...

Australia’s new anti-money
laundering laws:

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What does a management rights
operator need to do?

Australia is set to introduce significant changes to its Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing (AML/CTF) framework from July 1, 2026, marking one of the most important regulatory shifts for the property and professional services sectors in recent years...

Balance is not just a wellness trend,
it’s a business strategy

Before going any further, it is worth being clear about one thing. I am not a doctor, a psychologist or a wellness expert. I do not have formal qualifications in this space and I am not here to hand out instructions on how people should live or work. What I do have is a long career spent around high-pressure environments, performance driven roles, and businesses where the margin between thriving and burning out is often thinner than people realise.

Clear signs ahead:

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Why window and door upgrades are becoming a bigger strata issue

Windows and doors do not usually make the committee agenda until something starts going wrong. A leak shows up after heavy rain. A sliding door becomes harder to move. Wind noise gets worse. Rust appears. Seals start to fail. By that point, the issue is often bigger than it first seemed...

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