Mikey – it's not a matter of anyone having the upper hand. YOU are breaking the LAW & to get to this stage you would have been “breaking the law” – time & time again over months, without asking for approval. People parking illegally have no rights – understand that first.
Enforcing by-laws such as those for parking on Common Property is a tough gig. If Building Managers or Chairmen of Strata Plans had the same powers as those of Parking Rangers, then there wouldn't be an issue – you wouldn't park illegally otherwise you'd accept and pay the fine – like in the street – no different. Obey the rules.
My experience with most parking violators suggests they have no regard or consideration for other users, they have no respect for their nieghbours and they have no respect for the law. So the next time you're summoned to appeared before the CTTT – have a think about that.