The Broker
‘We’ve listened’: IAG portal promises easier connection, faster turnaround
29 May 2025
IAG says its new quote and bind system was developed based on feedback from brokers...
Insurer told to pay up after caravan’s third write-off
29 May 2025
An elderly caravan owner has won a claim dispute after her insurer said she misrepresented pre-existing damage...
GT transport product arrives on Ebix exchange
29 May 2025
GT Insurance has launched a transport package on Ebix Australia’s Sunrise Exchange...
Markel introduces ‘localised’ financial institution covers
29 May 2025
Markel Insurance has launched a suite of financial institution products with “localised wordings” in Australia...
Aon appoints national construction leader
29 May 2025
Aon has promoted Mary-Catherine Hamill to be its Australian head of construction, overseeing the portfolio with support from the broker’s global operations...
Masterclass brings brokers up to speed on ‘dynamic’ cyber market
29 May 2025
CFC has launched an education program to help brokers “bridge the knowledge gap” on cyber cover...
Financial counsellors urge code crackdown on ‘alarming’ practices
22 May 2025
Too many brokers fail to disclose conflicts or support clients at claim time, financial counsellors from two states say...
Roof claim covered despite asbestos disclosure fail
22 May 2025
A policyholder who said his commercial building’s asbestos roof was made from iron will have a fire damage claim paid despite the misrepresentation...
Edgewise analysis points to softening market
22 May 2025
The Australian insurance market has stabilised and is entering a softening phase following years of significant premium rises, brokerage Edgewise says in a second-quarter update...
‘It’s not OK’: brokers hit out after Hollard commission cut
22 May 2025
Brokers fear for the future of personal lines products in the intermediated space after Hollard made another cut to commissions on home insurance sold via the Steadfast network...
NIBA welcomes clarity on ‘management action’ in workers’ comp
22 May 2025
Brokers have backed NSW’s move to define “reasonable management action” in its overhaul of workplace injury compensation laws...
Harland Green unveils all-risk farm cover
22 May 2025
New Lloyd’s coverholder Harland Green has launched a product for large commercial farming operations...
Marsh to advise on navy insurance
22 May 2025
The federal government has named Marsh as broking partner for its maritime insurance program, supporting naval expansion...
Domo adds claims specialist to growing team
22 May 2025
Domo Insurance has appointed Richard Farley as a senior claims broker...
‘Distinct softening’ tipped to continue in commercial market
15 May 2025
National broker EBM expects commercial pricing to continue shifting in clients’ favour for the rest of the year...
Call for code clarity on complaints and breaches
15 May 2025
Broking code definitions of complaint and breach are “notably vague”, leading to significant under-reporting, a submission to the code review says...
NIBA doubts advice record reform will benefit industry, clients
15 May 2025
The National Insurance Brokers Association has urged the federal government to reconsider its plan to introduce a client advice record regime...
AFCA limits claim delay compensation after ‘$65k loss’
15 May 2025
A fitness trainer who suffered a theft of company funds has been denied compensation for a $65,000 income loss he said stemmed from a six-week delay in a broker lodging his insurance claims...
Webinar panel to examine informed consent reform
15 May 2025
The National Insurance Brokers Association will hold a webinar to help brokers prepare for advice reforms requiring clients to provide informed consent for commissions...
Burbank buys Penrith brokerage
15 May 2025
Burbank Insurance has acquired National Corporate Broking Penrith, a founding member of Steadfast...