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Why Only The Minority Are Rich
Why Only The Minority Are Rich
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Insurance News

Life Claims Review Puts Communication Back in Focus
Life Claims Review Puts Communication Back in Focus
04 Nov 2026: Paige Estritori
A new Life Code Compliance Committee inquiry has sharpened attention on how life insurers manage longer-running total and permanent disability and income protection claims, finding that earlier information requests and clearer communication could reduce avoidable delays for people already dealing with illness, injury or loss of income. - read more
Stronger Insurance Code Moves Closer to Approval
Stronger Insurance Code Moves Closer to Approval
28 Oct 2026: Paige Estritori
Australia's general insurance industry has moved a step closer to a more enforceable customer service framework, after the Insurance Council of Australia submitted a strengthened General Insurance Code of Practice to ASIC on 22 October 2026. The redrafted code is not yet in force, but it signals a meaningful shift in how insurer promises on claims, hardship, vulnerability and accountability may operate once approved and transitioned into new and renewed policies. - read more
What the Cyclone Pool Review Means for Insurance Buyers
What the Cyclone Pool Review Means for Insurance Buyers
16 Sep 2026: Paige Estritori
Australia's cyclone reinsurance pool is again in the spotlight, with a fresh review sharpening attention on whether the scheme is delivering meaningful premium relief for households and small businesses in cyclone-exposed regions. The issue matters well beyond northern Australia, because it sits at the centre of a broader national challenge: how to keep insurance available, affordable and useful as severe weather risk becomes more costly to price. - read more
Why the Latest Affordability Warning Matters for Insurance Buyers
Why the Latest Affordability Warning Matters for Insurance Buyers
19 Aug 2026: Paige Estritori
Australia’s insurance affordability challenge is again in focus, with fresh industry attention on households and small businesses that are struggling to absorb higher premiums in areas exposed to flood, storm, cyclone and bushfire risk. The latest discussion is not simply about prices rising at renewal time. It points to a broader problem: when cover becomes harder to afford, more people are tempted to reduce protection, raise excesses or walk away from insurance altogether. - read more
Severe Weather Claims Are a Reminder to Recheck Your Cover
Severe Weather Claims Are a Reminder to Recheck Your Cover
12 Aug 2026: Paige Estritori
Australia's latest severe-weather claims updates are a timely reminder that insurance resilience is tested long before a claim is lodged. As insurers continue working through damage from recent storms, floods and cyclones, the bigger message for households and business owners is clear: cover needs to be practical, current and matched to real replacement costs. - read more
Insurance Articles

How to Make a Boat Insurance Claim in Australia
How to Make a Boat Insurance Claim in Australia
Making a boat insurance claim can feel stressful after an accident, theft, storm or other loss. Understanding the usual claims steps, the information insurers may ask for and how your policy terms affect the outcome can help you approach the process more clearly. - read more
Understanding Home Insurance Coverage Options in Australia
Understanding Home Insurance Coverage Options in Australia
Home insurance can help protect Australian homeowners from the financial impact of damage, loss or liability connected with their property. This guide explains the main coverage options, including building insurance, contents insurance and optional extras, so you can better understand what a policy may and may not cover. - read more
Business Interruption Insurance for Australian SMEs: How It Works
Business Interruption Insurance for Australian SMEs: How It Works
Business interruption insurance is designed to help a business manage the financial impact of a covered disruption that temporarily affects normal operations. For Australian small and medium-sized enterprises, understanding what this cover may include, when it may respond and how claims are assessed can support more informed business insurance planning. - read more
Common Misconceptions About Home Insurance in Australia
Common Misconceptions About Home Insurance in Australia
Home insurance is an essential safety net for Australians, providing financial protection against unexpected events that could damage your most significant asset—your home. It ensures that you have the necessary support to rebuild or repair in the event of disasters like storms, fire, or theft. For Australian homeowners, having the right insurance means peace of mind. - read more
Boat Insurance: How a Specialist Broker Can Save You Time, Money, and Hassle
Boat Insurance: How a Specialist Broker Can Save You Time, Money, and Hassle
Boating can be an enjoyable pastime, but it also comes with risks. From accidents to theft, unexpected events can take a toll on your finances and boat. This is where boat insurance comes in. Boat insurance provides financial protection in the case of accidents, theft, or other damage to your vessel. - read more

Knowledgebase
Subrogation:
The process by which an insurance company seeks to recover the amount paid to the policyholder from a third party responsible for the loss.