Expert echoes warning to tobacco shop landlords
03 June 2024
Insurers are likely to void policies held by landlords if it is discovered illegal activity has been carried out at their premises, an industry expert says...
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ICA heads north again to help Jasper-affected residents
03 June 2024
The Insurance Council of Australia will host three forums in Far North Queensland next week to help communities affected by Ex-Tropical Cyclone Jasper...
Klipin begins work as NIBA chief
27 May 2024
The National Insurance Brokers Association’s new CEO Richard Klipin starts today, after his appointment was announced in March...
Government announces affordability taskforce
27 May 2024
The Insurance Affordability and Natural Hazard Risk Reduction Taskforce will be established by the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet as concern over rising home premiums intensifies...
Strata seminar is sold out
27 May 2024
Insurance News’ half-day strata seminar takes place on Thursday with a strong line-up of speakers – and tickets are sold out...
Prosecutors cleared to appeal CBL acquittals
27 May 2024
An appeal has been granted after prosecutors challenged two of eight not-guilty verdicts the New Zealand High Court last year delivered for CBL Insurance executives...
Cybercrime investigator to head ICA fraud-busting unit
27 May 2024
A former fraud and cybercrime squad detective will lead a new Insurance Council of Australia scam-fighting operation.
EQC unveils ‘world-leading’ disaster research
27 May 2024
New Zealand’s earthquake insurer EQC Toka Tu Ake has showcased innovative technologies that could help predict and prepare for natural hazards...
Budget's disaster resilience spend falls short of insurer hopes
20 May 2024
The Insurance Council of Australia says more resilience and mitigation spending is required after last week’s federal budget allocated $138.7 million over four years for disaster support...
Weather watchers see early signs of La Nina's return
20 May 2024
Shifting sea surface temperatures in the central Pacific have put Australia back on "La Nina watch", raising the prospect of a return to flood conditions.
Travellers warned over New Caledonia unrest
20 May 2024
New Zealand insurance ombudsman Karen Stevens has warned travellers to New Caledonia to be aware of their coverage after civil unrest hit the island territory...
More government funds pledged as WA tornado claims pass 300
20 May 2024
Federal and state government disaster assistance has been directed to a WA town after a severe storm and tornado damaged hundreds of homes, community facilities and public assets...
April storm payouts mount amid 'staggering' run of losses
20 May 2024
Three extreme weather events since late December have led to a "staggering" $1.6 billion of insured damage across NSW, Queensland and Victoria, according to the Insurance Council of Australia...
Agencies, brokers in ‘strong position’ amid growing complexity
13 May 2024
Brokers and underwriting agencies have momentum on their side as demand for specialist risk services grow, according to Macquarie Bank...
Disaster resilience in spotlight ahead of federal budget
13 May 2024
Insurers will be seeking commitments to boost disaster resilience and improve cover affordability in tomorrow night’s federal budget...
Bondi Junction workers’ comp claims top 300
13 May 2024
More workers’ compensation claims have been lodged with NSW state insurer icare nearly a month after the Bondi Junction Westfield mall stabbings...
Call for team approach as more risk falls on companies, individuals
13 May 2024
Accessible, affordable insurance is “not something any business or individual can take for granted”, Zurich’s Geoff Summerhayes has warned...
Climate risks 'front of mind' for NZ home buyers
13 May 2024
Natural hazard risk is the second most important consideration for New Zealanders when looking to buy or rent a home, new research from IAG has revealed...
Code committee targets claims handling laggards
06 May 2024
The General Insurance Code Governance Committee says failure to update policyholders on the progress of claims was the top reported breach last financial year and it is engaging with subscribers that have fallen short of requirements...
Mitigation recognition clarity on table in code review
06 May 2024
The independent panel reviewing the general insurance code of practice is considering whether more clarity on mitigation measures and impacts on premiums is needed amid affordability concerns...