Strata management in Australia is at the crossroads and WA’s strata sector is evolving rapidly, with legislative reform, technology adoption, and growing professionalism transforming how strata is managed.
Michael Teys Strata Advisory will host a Strata Sundowner in Perth next month and discuss the strata management firm of the future . To get your ticket, click here.
In discussing the future of strata management in WA, I will draw on recent developments, locally and globally. In this one-hour presentation I will cover -
· Legislative reform and regulatory evolution
Anticipated strata law changes in WA are expected to tighten compliance, address conflicts of interest, and modernise sector governance. WA reform is influenced by experiences in NSW, QLD, and international locations, especially in areas like collective sales, building defect regulation, and owner protection. Overseas reforms, such as high-rise safety and digital transparency standards, set benchmarks that WA regulators and policymakers may follow — these can bring both stricter requirements and new opportunities for best practice.
· Technology, automation, and smart strata solutions
Early adopter strata firms in WA and elsewhere are exploring digital platforms, automation, and smart building technologies. Michael Teys underscores how AI-powered systems and integrated building tech are improving maintenance, compliance, and communication for both managers and residents. These innovations drive operational efficiency and client satisfaction, creating competitive advantage for progressive agencies willing to invest in technological infrastructure.
· Professionalisation of strata management in WA
Strata management is steadily advancing as a recognised profession, though there is room to grow regarding tertiary education, ethical leadership, and transparent pricing for professional services. Michael Teys notes strides made in manager training, ethical standards, and business innovation, but highlights the need for more consistent university-level education and pathways to specialist status. The future includes strengthened academic links, wider community engagement, and clearer benchmarks for expertise and public good.
About the Presenter: Michael Teys
Michael Teys is a leading strata management consultant and researcher, with over 30 years’ experience in strata practice, business ownership, and education. He is known for pioneering professional training, regulatory advisory work, and driving innovative best practices in strata management across Australia.
Michael Teys advises strata management businesses on improving profitability through professionalisation and streamlined operating systems.
He has more than 30 years’ experience as a strata lawyer and academic and has owned 11 strata management agencies throughout Australia. He has a Master of Philosophy (Built Environment) and Bachelor of Laws. He lectures and writes widely about strata management issues in Australia and internationally.
