Summer in Australia is synonymous with barbeques, long days spent down at the beach or lounging by the pool, and ice cream vans cruising through the streets. But in the southern parts of the country, it is also synonymous with bushfires. Studies have shown that global warming is increasing not only the frequency but […]
INSURANCE POLICY RENEWALS: NEVER THE BEST DEAL?
Save yourself the hastle of trying to squeeze the best deal out of your insurer every year. As your broker, it is our job to make sure the insurers are giving you a good deal. Contact us today. PICKING up the phone and asking questions of your insurance provider can save […]
BALI VOLCANO UPDATE: MOUNT SINABUG ERUPTION
Eruption of Mount Sinabug in North Sumatra, just under 2,000 miles from Mount Agung in Bali. The photographs of the eruption were taken from Tiga Pancur village in Karo on the Indonesian island of Sumatra. The latest images of volcanic eruption come after hot lava was pictured spewing from Mount Sinabung last week. Mount Sinabung […]
‘BEDBOUND’ CLAIMANT CAUGHT BUNGEE JUMPING ON NATIONAL TV
We’ve reported on foiled insurance fraud, but usually it’s CCTV footage or social media posts that catch out the perpetrators – now here’s a case of a TV show disproving a claim. Noreen Murray, who tried to get £19,000 ($32,000) in compensation for a fake back injury, pleaded guilty to fraud by false representation […]
AN INCREASE IN DISGRUNTLED CONSUMERS TAKE INSURANCE CLAIMS T...
UNHAPPY customers are fed up with their insurers saying “no” and consequently they are taking their claims one step further. Taking out the right cover is the best step you can take in avoiding conflict with insurers. Contact us today for professional advice and assistance in arranging your insurance. INSURANCE customers are being warned […]
ARE MEN OR WOMEN BETTER DRIVERS? INSURER AIMS TO SETTLE AGE...
Whichever gender you are, we are happy to assist with your insurance needs – contact us today for more information. Crash and claims data from RAA Insurance has determined that women are better drivers than men in South Australia. The age old debate may have finally been settled as data from the insurer found that […]
THE $20K FLEA BITE
A police officer in the UK has been given close to $20,000 (£12,000) in compensation after being bitten by a flea at work. The monster claim for the mini bite saw the detective sue West Midlands Police, which also had to pay over $6,800 (£4,185) in legal fees. A West Midlands Police spokesperson told The Daily […]
CYBER INSURANCE GETS A ROCKET
Mandatory data breach legislation comes into effect February and has already put a rocket under the local market in cyber security insurance as well as supporting legal services. Earlier this year, the Insurance Council of Australia said the local cyber insurance market had been growing more quickly than any other commercial risk market. “Cyber-insurance is recognised […]
INTRODUCING CORAL REEF INSURANCE
Insuring a coral reef may be a fairly unusual situation. But if you have any insurance related enquiries, no matter how challenging, please get in touch with us today. Leading Global Reinsurer has introduced insurance for coral reefs. Close to 60kms of coral reef off the coast of Mexico is the latest ‘asset’ to enjoy […]
Latest Articles
Four in 10 Australian SMEs hit by cyberattacks during pandemic
Cyberattacks have been rampant since the COVID-19 pandemic began in 2020, and small and mid-size ...
More
More
Digging deep to uncover changes in Australian soil
South Australian researchers are set to examine 10,000 historical soil DNA samples in a bid ...
More
More
How has the pandemic reshaped the risk landscape for retail?
The COVID-19 pandemic has created a massive shift in people’s lifestyle and economic activities, and ...
More
More
Sole traders of Australia – what insurance policies do you need?
Almost two-thirds (63%) of the country’s business sector consists of non-employing sole traders, the latest ...
More
More
How important is your credit health?
As more lenders report on consumer loan repayments, Creditsmart is urging Australians to take ownership ...
More
More
Electric vehicles: What risks do they pose to homes?
Global electric vehicle (EV) sales increased by 108% from 3.24 million in 2020 to 6.75 ...
More
More
ICA issues warning to short-term holiday rental hosts
As Australians take a break this Easter, The Insurance Council of Australia (ICA) has warned ...
More
More
Online scams report: Australian cybercrime on the rise in 2022
The COVID-19 pandemic has given cyber criminals an advantage as remote work became more common ...
More
More
WoodSolutions offers tips to salvage flood-damaged timber in homes
The catastrophic flooding in Queensland and New South Wales (NSW), which is expected to trigger ...
More
More
DISCLAIMER
This web site is designed primarily for use by Australian residents. Therefore, some products referred to in this site may be inappropriate for overseas residents. Please contact us via e-mail or phone to discuss your needs should you not be an Australian resident.
The information on this site is for general information purposes only and you should first seek advice from us to determine which products and services are most appropriate for your needs. We take our responsibilities to you seriously, and will work closely with you to customise your program to suit your needs.