The Broker
CBN ‘empowers brokers’ with AI platform
23 April 2026
Community Broker Network has partnered with insurtech Cova, which will provide AI tools and support to the authorised representative group...
Insurer on right side of roadhouse row
23 April 2026
A policyholder whose petrol station and roadhouse was damaged by a storm has lost an underinsurance dispute because changed operations were not reflected in her business interruption cover...
Broker Q&A: how the fuel crisis could drive freight consolidation
23 April 2026
Ausure Horizon co-director David Summers warns a prolonged increase in fuel costs due to the Middle East conflict is likely to have knock-on effects across the heavy motor industry...
Colleagues farewell ‘man of great integrity’
23 April 2026
A funeral for insurance industry veteran Lindsay Hicks will be held on May 5...
MGA hails insurer presence as Port Pirie patches up storm damage
23 April 2026
The Port Pirie office of MGA Insurance Brokers has applauded the creation of an insurer consultation hub in the SA city to help with claims after a record storm late last year...
Mirabelle launches Lloyd’s-backed green energy cover
23 April 2026
Construction and engineering specialist Mirabelle Underwriting has introduced a product targeting renewable energy operations, backed by Lloyd’s capacity...
CFC adds free ‘cyber for industries’ training module
23 April 2026
Cyber specialist CFC has added a fifth module to its free masterclass series for brokers...
Lockton rewards staff member’s fundraising efforts
23 April 2026
Lockton Pacific has given its annual community impact award to senior associate Matthew Harden for raising funds for men’s mental health...
‘Market is wrong’ on Steadfast, AUB share prices
16 April 2026
Steadfast and AUB Group shares remain undervalued after dipping earlier this year amid concerns about artificial intelligence impacts on broking, Morningstar says...
Motorist loses $64k claim row after BMW parked in wrong spot
16 April 2026
A company director whose sports car was stolen from his driveway at night has lost a claim dispute with his insurer...
Zurich introduces AR-focused team
16 April 2026
Zurich has launched a national underwriting and service team dedicated to authorised representatives...
‘Robust engagement’ drives next phase of code review
16 April 2026
Work to revise the broking code of practice has moved to the draft phase as the National Insurance Brokers Association considers feedback from a consultation launched in February...
Broker rule book must tackle strata conflicts: consumer advocates
16 April 2026
Consumer groups have called for broking code of practice changes to address strata remuneration practices and conflicts of interest...
Marsh principal moves to Howden
16 April 2026
Marsh’s Daniel Quintin has joined Howden as Tasmanian head of commercial...
McLardy McShane adds former Coverforce head
16 April 2026
Dave Stott has been appointed branch manager and director at McLardy McShane in Melbourne...
Prevail names new operations chief
16 April 2026
Gus Carfi has been appointed head of operations at prestige home and motor specialist Prevail Insurance...
Aon regional manager becomes chief of staff
16 April 2026
Lisa O’Sullivan has become Aon Australia’s chief of staff after filling the position on secondment when Elaine O’Riordan went on parental leave...
Markel takes ‘next step’ with fintech product launch
16 April 2026
Markel Insurance has introduced its FintechRisk+ product to the Australian market, offering a “comprehensive modular policy” for medium to large fintechs...
Steadfast ‘an acquisition target’ as consolidation continues
09 April 2026
An “undervalued” Steadfast is “definitely” an acquisition target, CEO Robert Kelly says – as further consolidation in the broking sector is predicted...
Intermediaries may steer clear of caravan market, peak body says
09 April 2026
The Caravan Industry Association of Australia warns the sector will lose access to specialist brokers if insurance challenges in the market are not tackled...