Am I actually allowed to ask questions during my Annual General Meeting?
In this month’s Strata Q&A, we received a question from Minh N, a new owner in Tasmania, who is unsure about what they can and can’t do at their AGM. How much can they participate? Can they ask questions, or are they only there to listen and cast their votes?
Q. Am I actually allowed to ask questions during my Annual General Meeting?
I’m a first-time apartment owner, and I’ve been invited to my first Annual General Meeting. Am I actually allowed to ask questions during the AGM, or is it only for voting on motions? I’m not sure what owners are allowed to do in these meetings.
A. As an owner, you are fully entitled to attend the Annual General Meeting (AGM), ask questions, raise concerns, and speak to any items listed on the agenda.
As a first-time lot owner, you are fully entitled to attend the Annual General Meeting (AGM) and to ask questions, raise concerns, and speak to any items listed on the agenda. The AGM isn’t just a voting session — it’s one of the key opportunities for owners to understand how the building or unit plan is being managed and to take part in decisions that affect everyone.
As long as you’re a lot owner recorded on the strata roll, you can:
Attend the AGM
Ask questions about any agenda items (budgets, levies, maintenance, by-laws, insurance, committee performance, etc.)
Request clarification on anything you don’t understand
Speak for or against motions
Vote on motions (unless you’re non-financial)
Raise general questions or concerns if your scheme allows general business
If you can’t attend in person, you can appoint a proxy to go on your behalf. They’ll be able to ask questions, take notes, and vote according to your instructions.
Remember, AGMs are meant to be owner-friendly and informative. You don’t need to be an expert. It’s completely normal to ask why levies are increasing, what repairs are planned, or how funds are being managed. Committees generally appreciate engaged owners who take an interest in the scheme’s well-being.
For more information about strata meetings and how they work, read our recent article: Strata Meetings 101
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