10/09/2026
This morning at BNI Referral Leaders Bunbury, we had the pleasure of hearing from Helen Povey - LJ Ho**er South West WA, who shared her wealth of knowledge – and passion – for all things strata.
Helen took us on a journey from her personal “why” – family, resilience after health challenges, and a drive for lifelong learning – through to the nuts and bolts of strata ownership, governance, and disclosure.
Key takeaways:
- Strata isn’t “scary” when you understand it – it’s about asset protection, affordability, and good governance.
- Strata fees = strategic maintenance, not “money wasted”. Every property has maintenance costs; good planning protects owners.
- Knowing your bylaws, minutes, financials, and insurance is essential when buying or selling.
- Pre‑contractual disclosure is critical, even when “there are no strata fees”, to protect both sellers and buyers.
Helen also highlighted her commitment to industry education, her work with REIWA and strata committees, and her willingness to help owners interpret complex legislation so they can make informed decisions – whether or not they’re ready to sell.
Thank you, Helen, for a clear, practical, and genuinely engaging presentation. If you’re in strata – or thinking about it – Helen is a fantastic resource to have in your corner.