GoStrata Articles : June, 2025
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In case you missed them via our socials or ran out of time to read them all, here are the past month’s GoStrata Articles so that you can catch up on what triggered our strata keyboard.
The Netstrata Strata Saga: Episode 3
Like any good telenovela, The Netstrata Strata Saga, which has been developing over the last 12 months, builds dramas and suspense, then either hypes you up with a shocking twist or lets you down with a disappointing anti-climax from one episode to the next.
Since the latest episode recently dropped, let’s review the story so far, see what’s happened now, and try to predict the next exciting chapter in the saga.
FIXING THE STRATA MANAGEMENT MACHINE 04: According to Michael Teys
Almost everyone agrees strata management needs to change, but the harder questions are: What? Why? When? By whom? How?
So, as part of the GoStrata Media series on fixing the strata management machine, here are the views of long-term Australian strata identity and consultant, Michael Teys.
An Introduction to Company Title: A 2025 Update
Before strata titles existed, most apartments were company title schemes. Many survive today despite [or in spite of] the generally perceived advantages of strata title. Why? And are they a genuine alternative way to structure, own and run multi-dwelling buildings?
Is it Time for a Few Strata Superheroes?
In pop culture, superheroes help ordinary people by using super-human powers and skills to avert disasters, stop evildoers and make the world a better place. Perhaps, strata citizens could benefit from a few strata superheroes too. Let’s consider the possibilities and which superpowers are most needed.
Strata Title Exports to [and Imports from] South Africa
![Strata Title Exports to [and Imports from] South Africa](https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!G9N-!,w_1300,h_650,c_fill,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep,g_auto/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd9bb08f2-f704-4d5b-8280-118f41cf5b9a_1600x774.jpeg)
In this guest-writer article by Fausto Di Palma, he explains and discusses how Australian strata title got exported to South Africa, has evolved there over 50 years, and might now be imported back here.
It’s an interesting perspective that highlights a few unique overseas developments, including two of my favourites: the South African Strata Ombudsman and how banks are more actively involved in strata building operations. And, it demonstrates how strata title may be one of Australia’s greatest [unsung] exports.
FIXING THE STRATA MANAGEMENT MACHINE 05: According to Lee de Castro
Almost everyone agrees strata management needs to change, but the harder questions about that are: What? Why? When? By whom? and How?
So, as part of the GoStrata Media series on fixing the strata management machine, WA Strata and Property Manager, Lee de Castro, shares a grounded, service-side perspective on where the industry can lift its game.
A Million Dollar [Strata] Riff
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Strata is big business in Australia, with many organisations turning over millions of dollars. But, you might be surprised that one of those is Strata Community Association with its multi million dollar strata sponsorship riff as it collects money for all kinds of ‘opportunities’ from generous suppliers of goods and services for VIP status, conferences, golf days, networking events and even the biscuits at morning teas.
It’s all spoiling my memories of Shyhook’s classic song from the 1970s.
Converting Company Title Buildings to Strata: 2025 Update
Before strata title existed, most Australian apartments were under company title structures. Many of those still survive today and have a band of loyal adherents. But, many other company title buildings have and want to convert to strata title.
So, here’s an updated guide to the key issues and processes.
Every Day is EOFY for Strata Buildings
Whilst almost everyone in Australia is focused on 30 June for their money, reporting and taxation affairs, strata building and citizens aren’t. That’s because strata buildings’ financial year is linked to their creation date. And it’s because strata building finances are really all about every strata owners’ money, assets and liabilities.
So, every day is EOFY for strata buildings and strata owners everywhere.
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