Schindler has found a solution for continuous, convenient, and hassle-free monitoring of our equipment so that issues can be addressed before breakdowns occur.Read More →
A recurring theme I encounter from onsite managers is “How can I stop someone stealing listings from my letting pool?”. Well next week TheOnsiteManager and Letts Rebuild are teaming up with ARAMA to deliver a 1 hour webinar and Q&A session with some excellent strategies and advice on this very subject. Make sure you tune in you’ll definitely learn a few things! Register for the Webinar here: https://www.arama.com.au/_events.registration/step1/eventid/13335 – it is free for ARAMA members. We will also be posting the video afterwards here so keep an eye out for that if you miss it. Be sure to post any questions you may have onRead More →
THE Awards 2022 are now confirmed. The venue is booked and paid for, the sponsors are locked in, it’s HAPPENING! WHEN: Friday THE 14th of October 2022 – 7PM till LATEWHERE: THE Warehouse, THE Valley A huge thank you to this years sponsors for making it all possible: HiRUM, Schindler, McAdam Siemon and Phipps Finance. In the coming months you’ll be hearing more from these proud supporters and the great services they offer so please support them and be sure to thank them for making such a fantastic evening possible. We’ve got a great night in store with winner announcements, delicious hot and cold canapesRead More →
Common misconceptions about insurance – is there any truth to them? There are few things in life you purchase hoping to never have to use and insurance would certainly be one of them. With risks and policy coverages varying so much between industries, your policy’s features could mean the difference between the collapse or rebuilding of your business and reputation. It’s a purchase you should make, not necessarily one that you want to, and it can be confusing. Let’s take a look at some common insurance myths we’ve come across, and clarify whether they are in fact myths, or if there is any truth toRead More →
With new smoke alarm legislation taking effect at the start of 2022, by now you should have properties under your management upgraded to the new standards. This means having interconnected, photoelectric smoke alarms in all bedrooms and hallways, powered by mains electricity or a non-removable 10-year lithium battery to meet the requirements of the Fire and Emergency Services Act 1990. This article is brought to you by Detector Inspector… To book an inspection at your complex, go here: contact form If you are at all unsure of the status of the building you manage, or you require annual servicing to ensure continued compliance and supportRead More →
The announcement says it all. Having spent hours in a large aluminium cylinder we are invited to disembark, but please observe appropriate distancing. Face masks at all times, except when eating or drinking, so……..almost never. As always, the great unwashed leap from their seats and do that strange mad scramble to access overhead lockers and then stand stooping for 20 minutes while the air bridge is installed. Some things never change. Anyway, we’ll get to that. A while back I started prowling the house and showing signs of being less than content. As you know gentle readers, I am a man of sunny disposition andRead More →
This article is brought to you by AON Insurance – To get a specialised quote for onsite manager insurance now – click here: Onsite Manager Insurance Quote Although we’re all cautiously optimistic about 2022, by now, most of us know better than to expect a world free of uncertainty. As you start the new year however, there are some things you can do to help you feel a little bit more in control and prepared for potential incidents. One of these is undertaking a thorough review of your insurance cover. Some general housekeeping of your insurance policies can help you be sure the policies you haveRead More →
I joined ARAMA about six months ago – the Australian Resident Accommodation Managers Association. I’ve attended plenty of events with them since then (See the events section on TheOnsiteManager now: https://theonsitemanager.com.au/news/event/ ), and am proud to support the industry association that supports our industry. It’s important. So important, in fact, that TheOnsiteManager have now purchased 20 x six month memberships (value $330+GST) for onsite managers to join ARAMA and we’re giving them away for free! All you need to do is register here ( https://theonsitemanager.typeform.com/to/hRovk8Mz ), pay for the other six months, and a yearly ARAMA membership is all yours! This offer is open toRead More →
The last time we launched a new site version was 2016 so it was long overdue for a facelift! Due to the significant traffic the site receives these days we’ve opted for a graduated upgrade where we’ll overhaul various sections of the site on a piecemeal basis to reduce the overall disruption and minimise the learning curve for our users. We started with the homepage because it’s the FACE of the website. We’ve gone for a lazy load approach that rapidly speeds up the load time of objects and graphics and improves the user experience. We’ve streamlined element design and standardise functionality, improved phone andRead More →
These are the situations in which you should get in touch with your insurance broker This article is brought to you by AON Insurance – To get a specialised quote for onsite manager insurance now – click here: Onsite Manager Insurance Quote It’s a common assumption that as a business owner, you only need to contact your insurance broker when you need to renew your policy or make a claim. The reality is however, there are many things that can change in your operations that your insurance broker needs to be made aware of. Regularly keeping in touch with your broker can help to makeRead More →
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