A Strata Watching Tour
or, Aussie strata title YouTube overviewed …
A Quick Read
Most strata information comes in writing; whether specifically about strata building operations or for strata education, training, discussion and information. But we’ve been conditioned by pop culture to watch TV, videos, DVD, cinema, cable, streaming, and, most recently via YouTube. So, what Aussie strata title YouTube Channels are out there and should you be on a strata-watching tour too? And, is it time for a new strata medium?
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The Full Article
In this article I’m taking you on an Australian watching tour of strata title Youtube channels.
That's because we’ve been doing all our strata information exchange in writing forever [and more recently by podcasts sometimes] for internal strata building operations issues and for more general strata activities like strata education, training, discussion and debate, FAQ’s and information gathering. It’s fine but it’s a bit boring.
And, we’ve been watching things for a long long time: in cinemas, on television, on video or DVD, via steaming services and now on a range of social media platforms. I was a TV kid, growing up watching afternoon shows, Friday night movies, [if I could get away with it] late night chat shows, and, Rage all night all weekend.
So, why read or listen when you can watch instead?
YouTube has become the new, easy and grass roots forum for anyone to make and share video about their interests. After all YouTube:
has 2.5 billion users,
is watched for 1 billion hours daily, and
is the second most popular search engine after Google.
THE AUSSIE YOUTUBE CHANNELS
Here are all the Strata YouTube channels I could find that cover Australian strata titles including their title, their bio and links.
If I’ve missed any others, please let me know.
At the end I also highlight three quirkier YouTube channels that are strata adjacent or from other countries.
Lookup Strata
Providing quality Australian strata information to lot owners and the strata industry since 2013. Free, easy-to-access Strata Q&As, Legislation, PDFs, Events, Forms and the latest news about apartment living.
Your Strata Property
Amanda Farmer helps property owners to demystify the legal complexities of apartment living by providing education, guidance and support inside the Your Strata Property online membership community. On this official YouTube channel, you can access the weekly podcast episodes, short videos and more, each containing valuable tips to help you to improve your experience of apartment living.
CHU Underwriting Agencies
Since creating the first strata plan insurance policy in 1978, CHU Underwriting Agencies has grown to become one of Australia’s largest strata insurance specialists. CHU’s strata insurance covers more than 100,000 strata buildings across Australia, representing over 1 million apartments, units, villas and townhouses.
Wattblock
Accelerate the transition of your strata apartment block to sustainable energy with solar, batteries, EV charging, virtual power plants and energy efficiency
SSKB Strata Managers
Since 1995, SSKB Strata Managers have been the industry leader in strata management. Servicing clients through Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria, we have a broad portfolio of schemes under management and pride ourselves on having the most experienced and skilled management team in the industry.
The Knight
We are an Owners Corporation Management Company built on strong family values and real hands-on experience. Our twenty-year reputation is what we are governed by as we strive to uphold the three guiding principals that make us who we are and determine where we are headed, Insight, integrity & results are the tenets upon which this family company has been founded. We are changing perceptions about Owners Corporation (Body Corporate) Management. We firmly believe that with the right advice and guidance Owners Corporations can operate smoothly and painlessly for Owners and all Stakeholders.
Smarter Communities
Smarter Communities Limited (previously Vesture Limited) ABN 25 065 006 859 is one of the largest and leading community management companies in Australia. Each of our local brands across New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia and Victoria specialise in strata, body corporate or community titles management. Collectively, we manage more than 6,000 buildings nationally, and our vision is clear - to deliver smarter solutions to create a better lifestyle for people living and invested in communities. Our brands include: Adelaide Strata & Community Management (ASCM), Challenge Strata Management, Ernst Body Corporate Management (Ernst), Strata Title Management (STM) and Victoria Body Corporate Services (VBCS).
Strata Plan
Strata Plan is committed to enhancing Life Spaces for our customers, ensuring harmony between all our stakeholders. We bring a courageous, modern vision to the world of Owners Corporation management. Consisting of driven Owners Corporation management specialists, we weave together innovation and expertise, applying transformative thinking into an otherwise archaic industry. We provide the guidance, resources and services that streamline shared ownership and optimize the experience for all involved. Working towards the right outcomes for everyone, we strive not only to “maintain” our customers’ life spaces, but to continuously improve them, through our wide range of Owners corporation services. We make it better for you, whether you’re an owner, a resident, a service provider or another stakeholder, It’s all about YOU!
Strata Community Association NSW
SCA (NSW) is an independent not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the fostering and recognition of professionalism, excellence and harmonious communities in all aspects of strata and property. Being the member of a professional association shows clients and customers strong ethical standards and a commitment, in this case, to providing services to the strata and community title industry.
Owners Corporation Network Australia
The Owners Corporation Network exists to help strata owners navigate the complexities of strata living, from social and organisational challenges to financial and legal issues. Our people have first-hand experience of living in strata and the upsides and downsides of this fast-growing residential sector. We provide a range of services to members and also guidance and education for the wider community on achieving harmonious communal living. We can help provide strategies for navigating and resolving many of the common issues that arise, whether you live in a strata apartment, villa or townhouse. We also take a pro-active role in advocating the interests of owners, including engaging with government and industry on critical topics such as consumer protection, strata body governance and building defects.
Hynes Legal
Hynes Legal has transformed the business of law to deliver an experienced and efficient legal operations team backed by Queensland’s best body corporate lawyers.
Justice QLD
This is the official YouTube channel for the Department of Justice and Attorney-General, Queensland, Australia.
The Body Corporate Channel
The Community Co. We are Body Corporate Managers that are inspired to create videos about what we love doing. The Next Generation of Body Corporate Managers
Capitol Body Corporate
The Capitol team has more than 300 years of collective experience to achieve the best outcomes for you – every time. We know that every situation is different. That’s why we take a tailored approach to best suit your specific circumstances. Your Capitol Manager holds relevant qualifications and membership with Strata Community Australia. We are committed, not only to proactively staying ahead of industry changes but to setting best practice industry standards.
HGHousenet
Housenet is a social network for Australian residential real estate and property. Housenet uses custom social networking technology to help deliver a better experience of the housing market for homeowners, investors, tenants, and the business people who serve them.
Dilleen Property
Eddie Dilleen built his property empire to 80+ Properties by age 31 & shares his knowledge for FREE on YouTube.
Landgate WA
Landgate is the Western Australian Land Information Authority and the source of location information in WA. Landgate provides land information such as maps, aerial photography, satellite imagery, property sales history, certificates of titles, valuations and more.
NSW Fair Trading
NSW Fair Trading, a government agency in New South Wales, Australia, safeguards the rights of consumers and advises business and traders on fair and ethical practice. The laws we administer set the rules for fairness in the countless daily transactions between consumers and traders. We investigate unfair practices and ensure that the products sold in NSW are safe and meet their regulations and safety standards. We register co-operatives and associations, and issue occupational licences so consumers can trust the people they are dealing with.
Stratatitle123
No bio and only 5 videos.
The Strata Collective
The strata channel is a resource dedicated to providing leading information for Strata Owners, Strata Committee members, Strata Managers, Building Managers and anyone else involved in Strata in NSW.
Only 4 videos.
Greg Honeyman
No bio and only 4 videos.
ESM Strata
No bio and only 2 videos.
Strata Title Management App
Strata Title Management App powered by Formitize.com and only 1 video.
Strata Title Management
No bio and only 1 video.
SOME OTHER QUIRKY YOUTUBE CHANNELS
And, here are a few other more quirky YouTube Channels that I find interesting and are strata-centric.
Quirky - Site Inspections
Welcome to Site Inspections! We're a dedicated team passionate about improving construction quality and transparency. We firmly believe everyone deserves a safe, well-constructed home. Our videos, the result of substantial time, effort, and resources, aim to educate and empower. Join our TikTok Inspector as he uncovers hidden defects, non-compliant works, and provides professional advice on what makes a well-constructed home.
India - Strata Invest
Strata is India's leading platform for commercial real estate investing. We make investing in Grade-A premium commercial assets easy, transparent, & affordable.
132 videos.
Canada - VISOA Vancouver Island Strata Owners Association
VISOA's YouTube channel features videos and webinar recordings to provide education to British Columbia strata councils, strata owners (condo, townhouse, bare land and commercial stratas) and industry professionals on topics such as the Strata Property Act, strata insurance, electric vehicle charging, strata bylaws, training for strata treasurers and secretaries, and much more.
CONCLUSIONS
That’s a long list of Aussie Strata YouTube channels where you can enjoy a range of strata title content. Some are more active than others and a few have been dormant for a little while.
Regardless, congratulations to the various strata YouTubers who put all the time, energy and effort it takes to consistently publish strata video information for stakeholders. They are great strata citizens.
So, get the phone, tablet, computer, or TV fired up and watch a few of these Strata YouTube channels to improve your strata knowledge and citizenry, whilst being entertained.
February 08, 2024
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