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Workers’ comp reforms ‘unlikely to resolve’ core issues
Premium increases alone will not fix the NSW workers’ compensation scheme, brokers have told a parliamentary committee examining the government’s pla…
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INsight podcast: consolidation, ransom rules – and why labels matter
The "powerhouse" combination of two of AUB Group's largest brokerages is the main topic of discussion on the latest episode of the Insu…
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AFCA rejects payout after ticket to ride is denied
Travellers who sought reimbursement for flights home following a cancelled Perth-to-Sydney luxury train ride have lost a dispute with their insurer..…
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Probe into State Farm response on LA wildfires
California has launched an inquiry into insurer State Farm’s handling of claims after the Palisades and Eaton wildfires in January... https://ift.…
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World-first ransom reporting laws mean a rewrite of the cyber playbook
Ransom payments can no longer be made in the shadows, free from scrutiny, after Australia became the first country to require that sums paid to cyber…
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No refund after camper cancels cover
The financial services ombudsman has rejected a motor policyholder’s premium refund request after his insurer ruled out covering his car if he instal…
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BHSI unveils life sciences liability cover
Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance has launched a management liability product for life sciences, biotech and pharmaceutical companies in Austral…
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CQIB hands out annual awards
The Council of Queensland Insurance Brokers named 12 award winners at an event attended by 280 people in Brisbane... https://ift.tt/Kch9LYo
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Allianz cleared to buy RAA Insurance
The competition regulator has approved Allianz Australia’s $642 million acquisition of RAA Insurance following a review of market impacts... https…
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Beyond the Buzzwords: Insurance News launches insurtech event
Insurance News has partnered with Insurtech Australia to host a full-day event packed with practical insights on technology innovation... https://…
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Hazards body takes reinsurance past $NZ10 billion mark
New Zealand’s Natural Hazards Commission Toka Tu Ake has secured a $NZ1.15 billion ($1.07 billion) increase to its reinsurance protection... https…
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Trowbridge honoured for career of ‘significant influence’
Insurance consultant John Trowbridge has been recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours for services to business, the risk management sector and the …
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AFCA rejects driver’s non-disclosure excuse
A motor policyholder has lost his bid to have a claim denial overturned after arguing he failed to tell his insurer about a driving-related good beha…
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AFCA rejects deterioration decision on camper damage
A camper trailer owner who claimed for water and mould damage will be covered after her insurer failed to show her policy’s wear and tear exclusions …
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‘There for a mate’: broker seeks backing for marathon fundraiser
GSA Insurance Brokers EGM of operations Rocco Pirrello will run the Phuket Marathon this month to help a friend raise funds for Gotcha4Life... htt…
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Gallagher pitches in with NZ Rugby
Gallagher has become the official insurance broker for New Zealand Rugby, and its branding will appear on the training and match day shorts of teams …
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Lawyers demand rethink as workers’ comp reforms face final test
Proposed changes to NSW’s laws on workplace mental injury benefits have cleared the state parliament’s lower house, as lawyers continue to voice conc…
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INsight podcast: another insurer cuts commission as home profitability dips
Chubb has cut broker commission on its Masterpiece home product, as the prudential regulator reveals insurers are struggling again to make money on h…
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Governments offer recovery funds for NSW flood victims
The federal and NSW governments today announced a raft of recovery funding programs for communities hit by severe flooding... https://ift.tt/2RSLv…
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Co-work office operators urged to take group cover
Providers of Australia’s 800-plus flexible workspaces have been warned to act on unexpected public liability risk... https://ift.tt/IBTYwoa
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