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Victoria to review strata legislation, commissions

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 06:33:20 GMT

The Victorian government says an expert panel will review owners’ corporation laws, with commissions and “kickbacks” potentially in the firing line...

Marsh veteran moves to Lockton for national role

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 06:32:44 GMT

Craig Claughton has been appointed national manager of financial institutions at Lockton, effective early next month...

Cover-More names successor as CEO retires

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 06:31:33 GMT

Zurich Cover-More has appointed Jeff Rutledge to succeed CEO David Fike, who is retiring after more than a decade in senior roles with the business...

No refund after camper cancels cover

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 06:31:05 GMT

The financial services ombudsman has rejected a motor policyholder’s premium refund request after his insurer ruled out covering his car if he installed a rooftop tent...

‘Shifting gear’: AI rollout speeds Suncorp claim reviews

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 06:15:50 GMT

Suncorp has introduced an AI claims summary tool across its operations and says almost all roles will soon use the technology...

Tower confirms CEO role, teams with Sedgwick

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 06:15:29 GMT

Paul Johnston has been appointed CEO at New Zealand insurer Tower...

UK insurers welcome flood protection cash splash

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 06:14:45 GMT

The UK government has pledged £4.2 billion ($8.72 billion) over three years to “build and maintain flood defences” – but the insurance industry wants more...

Car owner loses payout bid after husband’s crash

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 06:14:13 GMT

A car owner who claimed for an accident that happened when her husband was using the vehicle will not receive a payout after her insurer found the man was not listed as a driver on her policy...

CEO leaves as Helia ‘navigates new landscape’

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 06:01:19 GMT

Helia Group has appointed an interim replacement for Pauline Blight-Johnston, who is standing down after more than five years as CEO and MD...

Johns Lyng confirms takeover offer

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 06:01:05 GMT

Johns Lyng Group has confirmed Pacific Equity Partners has made an indicative takeover proposal and is taking a closer look at company data before a possible firm offer...

NTI customer chief takes wheel as boss eyes retirement

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 06:00:47 GMT

Transport and logistics insurer NTI says chief customer officer Janelle Greene will become CEO from July 1...

Beyond the Buzzwords: Insurance News launches insurtech event

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 06:00:36 GMT

Insurance News has partnered with Insurtech Australia to host a full-day event packed with practical insights on technology innovation...

Johns Lyng in trading halt amid takeover ‘speculation’

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 05:50:58 GMT

Johns Lyng Group shares entered a trading halt today after a newspaper reported it has received a takeover approach from Pacific Equity Partners...

McLarens fills Australian MD position

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 05:36:22 GMT

Global claims services provider McLarens has recruited Torben Bell to be MD of its Australian operations...

Trowbridge honoured for career of ‘significant influence’

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 05:36:17 GMT

Insurance consultant John Trowbridge has been recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours for services to business, the risk management sector and the actuarial profession...

AFCA rejects driver’s non-disclosure excuse

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 05:34:21 GMT

A motor policyholder has lost his bid to have a claim denial overturned after arguing he failed to tell his insurer about a driving-related good behaviour bond because of his learning disability...

ATC expands with Sterling acquisition

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 06:23:18 GMT

ATC Insurance has acquired specialist underwriting agency and wholesale broker Sterling Insurance for $33.2 million...

NSW workers’ comp reforms sent for second inquiry

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 06:16:37 GMT

The NSW Workers Compensation Legislation Amendment Bill has failed to pass the state’s upper house and been referred back to a committee for another inquiry and report...

Consumer lobby demands ‘real progress’ on expert reports

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 06:13:34 GMT

The Australian Consumers Insurance Lobby has again pressed for better oversight of expert reports after the corporate regulator published its latest claims handling review...

AFCA rejects deterioration decision on camper damage

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 06:12:40 GMT

A camper trailer owner who claimed for water and mould damage will be covered after her insurer failed to show her policy’s wear and tear exclusions applied...