The Broker

Gallagher names interim Australia head

10 July 2025

Steve Lockwood is leading Gallagher’s Australian business on an interim basis after the departure of Sarah Lyons at the start of the month...

Marsh holds lead as global fees top $275 billion

10 July 2025

General insurance brokerages earned $US180 billion ($275 billion) in fees and commissions worldwide last year, up from $US166.5 billion ($255 billion) in 2023, consultant Insuramore says...

Caution remains on renewables risks: WTW

10 July 2025

Capacity has improved in the renewables market but insurers are selective on coverage and natural catastrophe exposures remain a key issue, a report from Willis says...

Client fails to prove broker ‘wrongfully resigned’

03 July 2025

A policyholder that demanded reimbursement of commissions and other compensation, saying its broker quit without notice and failed to respond to its queries, has lost a dispute before the ombudsman...

Upcover expands on fintech offer

03 July 2025

Commercial insurance broking insurtech Upcover has launched tailored covers for financial technology companies, underwritten by CFC and Coalition...

Strata manager aims to patch up maintenance gap

26 June 2025

Strata properties falling short on long-term maintenance are increasing their risk of claims and insurance coverage problems, according to a manager who is working on a solution...

Broker raises fears over farm pack wording change

26 June 2025

Liability arising from everyday farm use of horses or unregistered vehicles may no longer be covered under a wording change in CGU’s Countrypak policy, a broker has warned – despite reassurances from the insurer that there's no change to coverage...