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ASIC ‘ignored warning signs’ at collapsed AR network

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 05:37:33 GMT

Concerns about collapsed authorised representative network Sphere Insurance Group were first raised with the corporate regulator seven years ago, insuranceNEWS.com.au can reveal...

Data breach class action environment deteriorates

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 05:37:27 GMT

A "perfect storm" of factors has worsened the outlook for data breach-related class actions after a recent lull, lawyers told the Australian Professional Indemnity Group conference...

From response to resilience: hundreds attend Claims Convention

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 05:18:06 GMT

About 300 industry professionals attended the annual Claims Convention in Sydney to hear how the sector must evolve to become a resilience partner for clients...

Last chance to sign up for AR webinar

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 04:46:17 GMT

The impact of technology and artificial intelligence on the authorised representative sector will be one of the key issues discussed at a free Insurance News webinar next week...

Driver charged over crash that killed broking leader

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 05:59:16 GMT

US authorities have charged the 87-year-old driver who allegedly ran a red light at an intersection in Nashville, killing Australian broking leader Tim Wedlock and injuring three others...

Victoria tops nation for home burglary and car theft: ICA

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 05:59:09 GMT

Victoria’s next government must establish stronger information sharing arrangements between police, government and insurers to stem the explosion of property and vehicle theft, says the Insurance Council of Australia...

Take the Insurance News survey to support R U OK? Day

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 05:58:48 GMT

Almost 700 Insurance News readers have supported mental health group R U OK? by completing our 2026 Wellbeing Survey...

Insurer entitled to select 'three-star' builder for home repairs

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 03:45:53 GMT

Policyholders who rejected an insurer’s preferred builder after reading online reviews have lost their bid for a cash settlement for home repairs...

Soft market offers ‘window of opportunity’ for insureds

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 01:06:19 GMT

Current insurance market conditions provide a “window of opportunity” for insureds to beef up their policies before the cycle turns, according to EBM...

Affordability, accessibility key in regulation: NIBA

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 01:06:12 GMT

Affordability and accessibility should be treated as regulatory outcomes to avoid unnecessary compliance layers adding to costs for consumers, the National Insurance Brokers Association says...

Dismissal of broker for 'serious misconduct' ruled fair

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 01:05:51 GMT

A Melbourne brokerage has successfully defended an unfair dismissal claim, with the Fair Work Commission ruling it was reasonable to view her doctoring of a document to change her job title as serious misconduct...

NIBA reveals community champion finalists

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 01:05:42 GMT

Brokers who give back are again in the running for the annual community excellence member of the year award, presented by the National Insurance Brokers Association...

Steadfast Claims Solutions appoints COO

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 01:05:20 GMT

Steadfast Claims Solutions says Theresa O’Halloran has joined as COO...

EQT to acquire McGill and Partners

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 01:05:13 GMT

Private equity firm EQT, which last year considered a joint bid for AUB Group, will acquire UK-based broking firm McGill and Partners...

New Willis Re CEO set to start in March

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 01:05:01 GMT

Willis Re says Neil Eckert, who co-founded reinsurer Conduit Re, will be joining the business as CEO...

Aviso Specialty appoints schemes and affinity COO

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 01:04:44 GMT

Peter Sun has joined Aviso Specialty as COO for schemes and affinity...

BHSI brings venture capital cover to Australia

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 01:04:22 GMT

Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance has launched a liability cover designed for venture capital managers and funds in Australia...

Liquidator takes legal action over Sphere conduct concerns

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 06:17:02 GMT

Sphere Insurance Group’s liquidator has started court action over alleged breaches of director duties and other matters arising from trust and general account transactions...

Bellrock moves for Lockton's Farquharson

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 06:03:15 GMT

Andrew Farquharson has left Lockton to join Bellrock Advisory as practice leader, with responsibility for leading development of the firm’s markets function...

Ombudsman hoses down pressure-washed roof claim

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 04:54:33 GMT

A homeowner seeking a new metal roof, insulation and wiring after a contractor pressure-cleaned the property has lost a claim dispute...