‘New chapter’ as Knight joins Omnisure network
13 February 2025
Knight Insurance Services and its authorised representatives will join the Omnisure network as a corporate AR...
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Lockton buys portfolio from WA’s Axis
13 February 2025
Lockton has acquired the corporate superannuation and insurance client portfolio of Perth-based Axis Financial Group...
Ex-Wallabies captain appointed Marsh Pacific sales leader
13 February 2025
Marsh head of corporate sport Dean Mumm has taken a new role as Pacific sales leader, responsible for developing growth strategies across the region...
‘Hard, slow process:’ Queensland brokers brace for flood claims, clean-up
06 February 2025
Brokers in flood-affected areas of north Queensland are preparing for a busy period, as the Insurance Council of Australia says 2452 claims have been lodged so far...
NIBA opens award nominations
06 February 2025
Nominations for two National Insurance Brokers Association awards are now open until March 14...
ACCC motor deals inquiry seeks views on broker role
06 February 2025
The competition watchdog has invited feedback on the role of brokers as part of its inquiries into IAG’s proposed acquisition of RACQ Insurance and the Allianz Australia purchase of RAA Insurance...
Brokerage not at fault over $140k freight theft claim, AFCA rules
06 February 2025
The dispute authority has ruled against a road freight business owner who alleged his broker did not follow through on a request to buy optional theft cover...
Blue Zebra names new cyber lead
06 February 2025
Blue Zebra has appointed Aaron Langmaid as head of cyber, replacing Richard Smith after his move to Rhodian’s Sync Underwriting...
UAC hails biggest Market Exchange as tour begins in Sydney
06 February 2025
The Underwriting Agencies Council will hold the year’s first Market Exchange in Sydney tomorrow at the International Convention Centre...
CFC adds property damage to cyber cover
06 February 2025
CFC’s large corporate clients can now access cover for property damage caused by a cyber event...
Former Ausure AR returns to network
06 February 2025
Ausure says DBK Insurance Solutions has returned as an authorised representative, six years after leaving the Steadfast-backed broking network...
PIC adds to leadership team
06 February 2025
New Zealand-based PIC Insurance Brokers has appointed Graeme Edwards as COO...
Strata scrutiny ‘pushes fee pressure onto brokers’
12 December 2024
Steadfast and AUB may experience downward pressure on strata commissions amid heightened regulatory scrutiny, Morningstar says...
Policyholder wins row over tax credit deduction
12 December 2024
The complaints authority has found an insurer was not entitled to deduct an input tax credit from a commercial vehicle payout, citing the policy’s lack of clarity...
Industry’s ‘masters’ offer advice on Facebook forum
12 December 2024
An insurance mentoring group has launched on Facebook to support brokers and address a shortage of training and guidance for those new to the industry...
FM urges ‘wise investment’ in bushfire prevention
12 December 2024
Commercial property insurer FM has shared bushfire risk reduction tips for brokers and their customers in preparation for the danger season...
NIBA meets with NSW minister, opposition in advocacy push
12 December 2024
The National Insurance Brokers Association has shared its members’ concerns around strata, regulatory developments and other matters with NSW politicians and regulators...
CFC appoints cyber contact for intermediaries
12 December 2024
Michael Lewis has been appointed CFC cyber development manager for Australia, acting as a dedicated point of contact for brokers...
Gallagher to buy US broker for $21 billion
12 December 2024
Global broker Gallagher has agreed to buy Florida group AssuredPartners for $US13.45 billion ($21 billion)...
British brokers look to future with ‘fresh perspective’
12 December 2024
“A new era” is the theme for next year’s British Insurance Brokers’ Association Conference...