by Rachel C. Hardy | Aug 1, 2024 | Cleaning, Council Requirements, Facilities, Homeowner, Inspection, Maintenance, Repairs, Reports, Stormwater, Strata, Uncategorized
Managing stormwater effectively is a significant concern for Newcastle, a coastal city with a unique blend of urban and natural landscapes. The city’s stormwater infrastructure plays a critical role in preventing flooding, protecting property, and preserving... 
by Rachel C. Hardy | Aug 1, 2024 | Facilities, Homeowner, Maintenance, Repairs, Stormwater, Strata, Uncategorized
As we navigate through the middle of 2024, understanding the weather patterns for the coming months is crucial, especially for those residing in, or managing properties in Newcastle. According to the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM), the outlook for Newcastle’s... 
by Rachel C. Hardy | Apr 30, 2024 | Construction, Council Requirements, Homeowner, Repairs, Stormwater, Uncategorized
Minor storms are a recurrent phenomenon that can lead to various issues, including flooding, water damage, pollution, and a decline in property aesthetics. In light of this, it is crucial to address minor storm drainage systems to mitigate potential risks. This... 
by Rachel C. Hardy | Aug 29, 2023 | Council Requirements, Design, Guide, Homeowner, Maintenance, Repairs, Stormwater
I love a sunburnt country, A land of sweeping plains, Of rugged mountain ranges, Of droughts and flooding rains… It was 1908 when Dorothea McKellar penned My Country, an ode to the fact that Australia’s weather, and landscape, is wild and unpredictable. Being... 
by Rachel C. Hardy | Aug 1, 2023 | Council Requirements, Homeowner, Maintenance, Repairs, Stormwater
Minor storms are a recurrent phenomenon that can lead to various issues, including flooding, water damage, pollution, and a decline in property aesthetics. In light of this, it is crucial to address minor storm drainage systems to mitigate potential risks. This... 
by Rachel C. Hardy | Jul 31, 2023 | Council Requirements, Homeowner, Inspection, Maintenance, Stormwater
If you are experiencing surface flooding and puddles around your property due to your neighbour’s water runoff, it can indeed be troublesome. In many cases, property owners are responsible for managing stormwater on their land to avoid damage to their...
