Strata management is a fast-moving, people-focused profession where no two days look the same. Between committee meetings, owner emails, compliance deadlines, phone calls, and maintenance issues, even the best software systems can only go so far. True efficiency comes down to how individual managers organise themselves how they plan, prioritise, and protect their time.

Whether you’re in a high-rise strata, a cosy townhouse complex, or a sprawling community title estate, the AGM is more than just a legal hoop to jump through it’s the big decision-making day for your scheme.

A realistic budget is more than just numbers on a page. It keeps your property maintained, ensures legal compliance, and prevents nasty surprises…..

If you live in a strata scheme, you may have noticed that keeping windows clean can be a bigger task than it seems. Whether you live in a high-rise apartment or a smaller complex, window washing is more than just an aesthetic concern it’s a matter of safety, compliance, and proper maintenance.

Living in a two-lot strata scheme can be simple until you hit a roadblock trying to make a decision. The good news? With a little planning and good communication, it’s possible to keep things smooth and stress-free.  

Here are 5 easy ways to avoid conflicts: 

Whether you’re a first-time buyer or adding to your property portfolio, knowing how strata fees work can help you make better decisions and avoid financial surprises.

There’s no denying it: life’s better with a furry friend. Pets bring companionship, comfort, and joy but they also bring fur, odours, paw prints, and the occasional mess. In an apartment, where space is limited and you share walls (and plumbing!) with your neighbours, cleanliness takes on a whole new level of importance.

With Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Christmas being the peak times for parcel deliveries to apartment buildings it’s an issue throughout the year. Unfortunately, so too are incidents of missing or stolen packages particularly in strata buildings where deliveries are often left in unsecured foyers, entranceways or common areas.

If you’ve ever wondered what strata managers actually do all day (apart from politely declining to unblock your kitchen sink), buckle up. The truth is, being a strata manager is part admin, part diplomat, part financial controller, part psychologist and part professional cat-herder. It’s not glamorous, but it’s never boring.

What Is Strata Title? A 60-Year Evolution of Shared Property Ownership

Selling an apartment in a strata scheme is a different experience. Buyers aren’t just purchasing a home, they’re buying into a community. Understanding what buyers are looking for can make a significant difference to your sale. 

The Tribunal made orders for the owner of a lot (the “Respondent”) to restore or replace the carpet or floor coverings that they had installed throughout their lot due to the excessive noise this renovation caused to the lot below (the “Applicant”).

Sustainability is no longer just a buzzword, it’s a practical way to reduce costs, improve comfort, and create a more liveable community. In strata and community title schemes, where dozens or even hundreds of people share facilities and resources, small changes can make a big difference.

Retirement is the perfect time to slow down, enjoy your hobbies, travel, and spend time with family and friends. But for many Australians, the upkeep of a traditional house, lawns to mow, gutters to clean, fences to repair, can quickly become a burden.

Asbestos was once a popular building material because it was durable, fire-resistant, and affordable. It was commonly used in roofing, flooring, insulation, and even bathroom walls. The health risks come from inhaling asbestos fibres, which can cause serious illness

Few things in strata life spark as much drama as parking. Forget soap operas the real action is over who owns that prized car space, mysterious garage, or bit of driveway. Here’s how to figure out who’s the boss of what, and why it matters to everyone from the most easy-going resident to the rule-book-clutching committee member. 

In simple terms, common property is everything in your strata building or complex that’s not part of your individual lot. It’s owned collectively by all owners and managed by the owners corporation (or body corporate in some states). 

So, you're moving into a strata property and dreaming of cozy evenings with your furry (or scaly… or feathery) companion. But before you bring your beloved pet through the door, it's important to know: not all pets are welcome in strata living. 

Let's take a playful (but helpful!) stroll through which pets usually get a green light and which ones might raise a few strata eyebrows. 

If you own a strata property, you’ve probably thought, “Hmm, I’ll just freshen things up a bit.” But in strata, “freshening up” can mean anything from a lick of paint to a full-blown, dust-everywhere, jackhammers at 50 paces, council-approval required makeover. The trick is knowing whether your project is either cosmetic, minor, or major because the rules (and the paperwork) are very different.