Your Strata Property With Amanda Farmer

Happy New Year! In this first episode for 2017, I give you the highlights and key takeaways from past podcast episodes – a great way to hit the ground running in the strata-sphere this year. Links Mentioned Get the transcript here! 002. Reena Van Aalst on Working With Your Strata Manager and Getting the Most […]

This week, long-standing strata committee member and member of the YSP online membership community, Steven King, chats with me about what makes a great strata committee. Link Mentioned Get the transcript here! Books Mentioned Thinking Fast and Slow – Daniel Kahneman The Power of Mindful Learning – Ellen Langer Mindset : The New Psychology of […]

In this week’s short episode, I explain the new Tribunal procedure for resolving disputes under the NSW law, including a discussion of penalties: are they really payable to the owners corporation? Links Mentioned Get the transcript here! NCAT web page for strata matters Section 72(3) Civil and Administrative Tribunal Act Section 147 Strata Schemes Management […]

This week I am joined by Scott Walsberger of the Cancer Council NSW, who explains why everyone – even smokers – should want their strata building to be completely free of cigarette smoke. Links Mentioned Get the transcript here! www.cancercouncil.com.au/smokefree Smoke Free Apartments: Cancer Council Toolkit Schedule 3, Strata Schemes Management Regulation 2016 Section 153, […]

One of NSW’s most experienced strata committee members, Gordon Streight, shares his secrets for “adding value” to your strata building. Links Mentioned Get the transcript here! http://strata-worx.com.au/ http://greenstrata.com.au/ http://www.wattblock.com.au/ Books Mentioned Grain Brain: The Surprising Truth about Wheat, Carbs, and Sugar–Your Brain’s Silent Killers by David Perlmutter The Brain That Changes Itself: Stories of Personal […]

This week, I share with you my live answers to the many questions I was asked by attendees after my 17 October presentation on the new NSW strata law. This is a valuable insight into the kinds of things at the forefront of strata owners’ minds when it comes to this new law. Links Mentioned […]

Following on from last week’s episode, here is part 2 of my presentation delivered to a sold-out audience of 160+ strata owners on 17 October 2016: covering the need-to-know essentials of the new NSW strata law. Links Mentioned Get the transcript here! https://yourstrataproperty.com.au/membership/ https://yourstrataproperty.com.au/newlaw/ http://lawyerschambers.com.au/

By popular demand, here is part 1 of my presentation, delivered to a sold-out audience of 160+ strata owners on 17 October 2016: covering the need-to-know essentials of the new NSW strata law. Listen out instructions on how to download a copy of my detailed written paper and the slides from the night. Links Mentioned […]

Karina Heinz of Progressive Strata Management explains how properly conducted meetings are essential to building great strata communities. Links Mentioned Get the transcript here! https://yourstrataproperty.com.au/membership/ http://www.prostrata.com.au/ http://cew.org.au/members/imelda-roche/

A member of the YSP online community, Sean McNamara shares his tips on how buildings can proactively deal with dodgy developers, quickly and cost-effectively. Look out for the bonus download. Links Mentioned Get the transcript here! https://yourstrataproperty.com.au/membership https://yourstrataproperty.com.au/newbuilding Books Mentioned The Selfish Gene (Popular Science) by Richard Dawkins NSW Strata & Community Schemes Management & […]

This week, I am very excited to announce the launch of the Your Strata Property online membership community. Links Mentioned Get the transcript here! https://yourstrataproperty.com.au/membership https://yourstrataproperty.com.au/by-law-templates/ https://yourstrataproperty.com.au/ebooks/

This week I am joined by interior design expert, Jen Bishop, who shares her expert tips on designing your dream strata apartment. Links Mentioned Get the transcript here! http://theinteriorsaddict.com/ http://renoaddict.com/ Books Mentioned Domino: The Book of Decorating: A Room-by-Room Guide to Creating a Home That Makes You Happy The Tailored Interior

  This week, I bust 3 myths surrounding the use of lot owners’ personal information contained within an owners corporation’s books and records. Just how private are your personal details? [reference to NSW law]. Links mentioned: Get the transcript here! Section 108 – Strata Schemes Management Act 2015 (NSW) Section 182 – Requests for inspection […]

I am privileged to be joined by Cathy Sherry of the University of New South Wales, as she explains how strata owners have been given almost unlimited power to legislate for their neighbours through by-laws. Links Mentioned Get the transcript here! Register for the OCN event with Amanda Owners Corporation SP 501391P v Balcombe [2016] […]

This week Dee Pannell of Strata Vote explains how electronic voting has the potential to dramatically change the way we attend and vote at strata meetings – with reference to NSW and QLD legislation. Links Mentioned  Get the transcript here! http://www.stratavote.com.au/ 1300 938 683 Books Mentioned Purple Cow, New Edition: Transform Your Business by Being […]

I speak with Lynda Kypriadakis about the ABMA Building Management Code: why it will revolutionise the sector and why you should get a copy now. Links Mentioned Get the transcript here! https://www.abma.com.au/ https://www.abma.com.au/BMCA01-form.php https://au.linkedin.com/in/lyndakypriadakis Books Mentioned Gertrude Bell: Queen of the Desert, Shaper of Nations Paperback by Georgina Howell

In response to a listener question, I provide my guidance on what NSW owners and managers should be doing about insurance valuations in light of the repeal of section 85 of the Act. Links Mentioned Get the transcript here! Section 83, Strata Schemes Management Act 1996 (NSW) Regulation 12, Strata Schemes Management Regulation 2010 (NSW) Section 161, Strata Schemes […]

Chris Duggan of Bright and Duggan shares his expertise when it comes to living in and managing complex schemes, including Sydney’s unique Barangaroo development. Links Mentioned Get the transcript here! http://bright-duggan.com.au/ Books Mentioned The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable by Patrick Lencioni  The New One Minute Manager by Ken Blanchard  Harry Potter by J. […]

Together with Victorian strata manager and lawyer Robert Savage, Amanda examines the Victorian Supreme Court’s recent decision in the ‘Watergate’ case and what it means for short term letting rules and by-laws. Links Mentioned Get the transcript here! https://yourstrataproperty.com.au/motiontorecord The Watergate Decision VIC The Casuarina Rec Club Decision (NSW) http://www.ocm.com.au/ Robert Savage LinkedIn Profile https://yourstrataproperty.com.au/listen-to-podcasts/ […]

This week, Leonie Milonas of Strata Community Insurance (WA) explains the ins and outs of strata insurance, and what you should be doing to ensure your policy is up to scratch. Links Mentioned    Get the transcript here! www.yourstrataproperty.com.au/insurance http://stratacommunityinsure.com.au/ Books Mentioned Women, Work, and the Will to Lead by Sheryl Sandberg Jessica by Bryce […]