The Broker
Steadfast chief expects more states to ape NSW strata reform
10 October 2024
Steadfast CEO Robert Kelly says other states will probably “fall in line” with NSW in pursuing tougher rules on remuneration transparency and improved disclosure for services provided by strata managers...
‘Tide turning’ on steep farm premiums
10 October 2024
There are signs the worst of the hard market may be over for Australia’s farmers, rural brokers tell insuranceNEWS.com.au...
Broker not liable after ‘simply conveying’ insurer’s make-safe instructions
10 October 2024
A homeowner who said his broker misled him into believing his policy would cover make-safe work has lost a bid to make the intermediary liable for his loss...
Aon suggests central scheme to heal ‘fractured’ workers’ comp
10 October 2024
Australia should consider introducing a national workers’ compensation scheme instead of a “patchwork” of programs, according to Aon...
Javln names new CEO as founder takes chair
10 October 2024
New Zealand-based Javln has appointed David Leach as CEO, with founder Dale Smith taking the role of chairman after more than a decade running the insurtech...
‘Life-changer’ for founder as Hunter Broking joins Befor
10 October 2024
Queensland’s Hunter Broking is now part of Befor Insurance Solutions...
Chase appoints construction director
10 October 2024
Chase Underwriting Solutions has appointed Shaun O’Brien as construction director, starting November 18...
Lockton teams with Super Rugby club
10 October 2024
Lockton has signed a three-year deal to be the official insurance broker of New Zealand-based Super Rugby team the Blues...
Code committee steps up disclosure push
03 October 2024
The Insurance Brokers Code Compliance Committee has again pushed for more transparency around remuneration...
PSC shares suspended as Ardonagh deal takes effect
03 October 2024
PSC Insurance Group shares have been suspended pending removal from the Australian Securities Exchange, with Ardonagh’s $2.3 billion takeover of the broker now legally effective...
Australia ‘a leading innovator’ on agency scene
03 October 2024
The Australian market is one of the most innovative users of the managing general agent structure, a Global Insurance Law Connect report says...
Rhodian-backed agency eyes gap in construction market
03 October 2024
Another Rhodian-backed underwriting agency has launched, after marine specialist Marinex began operations on Monday with support from the agencies incubator...
Coverforce appoints NSW broking chief
03 October 2024
Jarrod Tilbrook has been appointed NSW head of broking at Coverforce Insurance Brokers...
NIBA Convention’s ‘great debate’ tackles digital challenge
03 October 2024
The “great debate” is returning to the National Insurance Brokers Association Convention, with this year’s topic focused on the digital transition...
Coalition names new claims counsel
03 October 2024
Cyber specialist Coalition has appointed Stephanie Blase as its new claims counsel in Australia...
Howden recruits head for new construction operation
03 October 2024
Howden Australia has appointed Alistair McBride as head of construction, as it looks to expand its reach in the Pacific region...
Brokers respond after code committee’s ‘wake-up call’ on breaches
26 September 2024
The National Insurance Brokers Association says members are committed to meeting their code of practice duties after a surge in reported breaches...
Ex-AR loses legal battle with Resilium over alleged client breach
26 September 2024
A court has dismissed a former Resilium Insurance Broking authorised representative’s proceedings against the network for alleged breach of client confidentiality...
Softening market brings ‘welcome reprieve’ for clients: EBM
26 September 2024
Broker EBM’s latest market summary flags “increasingly favourable” conditions and growing confidence in the industry’s performance...
‘Fantastic blend’: Omnisure, Acacia to merge
26 September 2024
NSW broker Acacia Insurance & Risk Services will merge with Omnisure, becoming part of the Steadfast-backed broking business from next month...