home, life and strata

Who and what is a public officer? A public officer is a company’s representative to the Australian Tax Office (ATO) and is responsible for the... [read more]

How does income tax apply to strata companies? Under Australian tax law, any income that is derived from assets owned by the strata company is... [read more]

What is a TFN? A Tax File Number (TFN) is an entity’s unique reference number in the Australian Taxation System. It is assigned by the... [read more]

How does GST apply to strata companies? Goods and Services Tax (GST) is a consumption based tax charged on most goods and services produced in... [read more]

How is common property income taxed? The various Australian State and Territory strata Acts differ in their description of how common property is legally owned.... [read more]

You don’t need to dine out in a fancy restaurant to get great food with spectacular views. Perth’s near-year-round sunny skies and abundance of scenic... [read more]

A strata manager is an important figure in any strata scheme, they play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation and management of the... [read more]

Australia’s housing market has borne the brunt of ten consecutive interest rate rises. But there are signs that the market could be stabilising (for now).... [read more]

The key to successful strata management in Perth is locating a company that uses technology to streamline operations and enhance communication. One company stands out... [read more]

Strata administration is a difficult endeavour that requires a solution that can streamline the process and give ease to everyone involved. With the advancement of... [read more]

Council Members, have you ever wondered where the buck stops when things go wrong in your strata scheme?  Section 91 of the Strata Titles Act... [read more]

On those lazy days, get out of the house in the comfort of your car to cruise through Perth’s most mesmerising landscapes. With its varied... [read more]

‘Tis the season to be vigilant. There are a surprising number of safety risks that are wrapped up with Christmas. Christmas is a joyous time... [read more]

Electric vehicles (EV) are slowly but surely building momentum in Australia. Although supply has been constrained, their sales more than doubled in 2021, to almost... [read more]

Most experts agree that the next decade will be when electric vehicles (EVs) hit critical mass on the global market.  Car makers have been ramping... [read more]

How does servicing an electric car compare to servicing a regular car? One of the most touted advantages of owing an electric vehicle (EV) is... [read more]

For many people, renting an apartment or townhouse in a strata property is often their first time living away from home. For others, it can... [read more]

RAC is urging Western Australians to prepare their homes for winter weather, after last year’s storm damage claims reached $102 million — an 83 per... [read more]

When you purchase a property in a strata scheme, you may wonder exactly what the money you pay quarterly for your strata levies cover. Levies... [read more]

Most issues that strata managers deal with come down to three things; People, Pets, and Parking. They may sound like trivial issues, but all three... [read more]

It doesn’t matter what time of the year it is, insects seem to find their way into our homes. But when it comes to living in... [read more]

One of the best ways to engage with your neighbours is to turn your common gardens into a community hub – a place where everyone... [read more]

Often overlooked as little more than a pit stop on the way to somewhere more exotic, Geraldton is an attraction in its own right and... [read more]

There are so many interesting, and even unlikely, things to see and do on the way to Esperance, that it really would be a shame... [read more]

Car safety technology has advanced in leaps and bounds over the past few decades, but even the best car safety tech can’t yet correct all... [read more]

If you need a break but are short on time, a holiday from Perth is closer than you think. Luckily for city locals, a short... [read more]

WWII airplanes, tiny cabins and glamping domes. When it comes to quirky accommodation, WA leaves no stone unturned. If you’re looking for a unique spot... [read more]

If you’re a Perth local looking for a unique or interesting way to spend the day, look no further. While the likes of Kings Park... [read more]

From a laptop-sized platform that you can ride, to a voice-activated, self-balancing unicycle that can follow you around when you’re not even on it. These... [read more]

Perth and its surrounding areas are full of lakes, lookouts and open spaces that make them excellent stargazing locations. Be it the Perth Observatory in... [read more]

While most of WA’s house spiders are relatively harmless, there are a few species that can get quite aggressive when cornered. Red-back, white-tailed, huntsman, mouse... [read more]

It takes just four minutes for an unconscious road crash victim with no serious injuries to die from a blocked airway, but simply lifting their... [read more]

Being aware of even the smallest fire hazards in your home is essential in minimising your fire risk. While electrical equipment, candles and open fires... [read more]

Voice-controlled lighting, a fridge that tells you when you’re running low on milk, and a toothbrush that sends live video of the inside of your... [read more]

Appliance failure is a major cause, that’s why you should always monitor daily-use appliances like dishwashers and washing machines for faults and leaks. In other... [read more]

A future where your appliances can ‘talk’ to each other to make life easier is already here. Does your dog get lonely during the day?... [read more]