New NSW Strata Committee Training 1 October 2026: What You Need to Know
Serving on a strata committee is one of the most impactful ways to shape your community. You make everyday decisions that safeguard property values, protect shared finances, and ensure your building remains a safe, welcoming place to live. But navigating the legal responsibilities, financial reporting, and maintenance planning of modern strata schemes can sometimes feel […]
Ready for the Unexpected: A Practical Guide to Emergency Preparedness in Strata
In summary Emergencies are a fact of life for all of us, and communities in strata schemes are no exception. The ones that cause the most disruption are often the everyday kind: burst pipes, severe weather and fire. In a strata scheme, owners live side by side and share common property, so an incident in […]
The Role of Technology in Modern Strata Management
In summary Technology is helping owners corporations manage records, meetings, reporting, maintenance and communication more efficiently. NSW strata schemeshave digital obligations, including electronic record keeping and annual reporting through Strata Hub. Australian Strata Management uses technology with local, responsive service to support better strata decision-making for all the owners corporations we manage. Technology is […]
Strata Compliance: Keeping Up with the Changing Regulatory Environments
In summary Strata compliance is becoming more complex, especially in areas such as contracts, disclosure, fire safety, maintenance and capital works planning. Large and smaller schemes still need strong systems, even when the building may have only a few lots. Australian Strata Management helps owners corporations stay informed, organised and confident as requirements change to […]
Practical Tools for Managing Building Compliance
When it comes to building compliance, many strata committees automatically view reports, registers, and plans as obligations—another layer of cost, complexity, and administration. In reality, these services are not burdensome. They are simply tools. When used properly, they help committees make sensible, informed decisions about buildings that are generally worth millions of dollars, providing clarity and transparency about what […]
Reviewing Strata Service Agreements: A Guide for Committees
Common property service agreements: are your contractors still the right fit? Great committees are proactive committees Strong committees don’t just respond to issues as they arise they stay engaged with the services that support their building and protect their property value. Common property service agreements often run in the background. A contractor attends, an invoice […]
Strata Claims: How the right support helps behind the scenes
How your strata manager, insurance broker and claims team help guide the process Discovering damage to your strata property is stressful. Whether it’s water coming through the ceiling, damage to flooring or walls, or part of your property that can’t be used safely, it can quickly raise a lot of questions. What needs to happen […]
Why Respect is the Secret Ingredient to a Thriving Community
At Australian Strata Management (ASM), our purpose is simple: we’re here to help strata communities thrive. We believe that a great place to live isn’t just about the building it’s about the people inside it and the relationships we build together. Recently, we’ve noticed a rise in tough interactions with some of our clients. We […]
How to Handle Strata Noise & Smoking Issues
What can my Owners Corporation do about neighbour noise and smoking issues? Harmony within a Strata community doesn’t happen by accident. It’s the result of proactive management, mutual respect, and clearly defined processes. Two of the most common disruptions we see at ASM Strata Management are noise complaints and problems arising from smoke drift. These challenges can strain neighbourly relations, particularly in strata communities where residents live […]
How do I manage challenges with pets in my strata community?
To their owners, pets are part of the family. The ability to keep a beloved companion at home is proven to be good for health, wellbeing, and lifestyle. But living in a shared property environment means balancing the rights and needs of pet owners with the comfort and safety of all residents. When issues arise, […]