The Broker
Castle offers zero-commission option
30 April 2026
National intermediated home and contents agency Castle Insurance says it has fast-tracked the rollout of “net commissions”, as brokers increasingly switch to fee-only models to avoid new compliance demands...
Expert cops a spray as AFCA rules on rural row
30 April 2026
An insurer has been ordered to reverse its wear and tear decision on a damaged crop sprayer after its expert’s report was labelled “speculative at best”...
Broker Q&A: recession ‘hard to avoid’ as Middle East uncertainty persists
30 April 2026
National Credit Insurance Group MD Kirk Cheesman says insolvencies are on the rise, and trade credit providers are growing wary of a slowing economy’s effects on businesses...
BizCover welcomes early interest in AI app
30 April 2026
SME specialist BizCover has hailed an “encouraging” start for its ChatGPT-powered app, launched about four weeks ago...
Former Tower finance chief joins PIC
30 April 2026
Jeremy Fergusson has been appointed CFO at New Zealand’s PIC Insurance Brokers...
CHU covers growing cyber threat to strata owners
30 April 2026
CHU Underwriting Agencies has added cyber to the list of standard covers in its residential strata product, providing up to $50,000 for a single loss...
SRG brings employee benefits offer to market
30 April 2026
London-based underwriting agency and broking business Specialist Risk Group will offer its suite of employee benefits solutions in Australia...
Bott connects brokers to markets via Javln
30 April 2026
Bott Insurance Group has migrated to the Javln software platform, enabling it to connect broker management and insurance marketplaces via the Unmand business automation system...
CBN ‘empowers brokers’ with AI platform
23 April 2026
Community Broker Network has partnered with insurtech Cova, which will provide AI tools and support to the authorised representative group...
Insurer on right side of roadhouse row
23 April 2026
A policyholder whose petrol station and roadhouse was damaged by a storm has lost an underinsurance dispute because changed operations were not reflected in her business interruption cover...
Broker Q&A: how the fuel crisis could drive freight consolidation
23 April 2026
Ausure Horizon co-director David Summers warns a prolonged increase in fuel costs due to the Middle East conflict is likely to have knock-on effects across the heavy motor industry...
Colleagues farewell ‘man of great integrity’
23 April 2026
A funeral for insurance industry veteran Lindsay Hicks will be held on May 5...
MGA hails insurer presence as Port Pirie patches up storm damage
23 April 2026
The Port Pirie office of MGA Insurance Brokers has applauded the creation of an insurer consultation hub in the SA city to help with claims after a record storm late last year...
Mirabelle launches Lloyd’s-backed green energy cover
23 April 2026
Construction and engineering specialist Mirabelle Underwriting has introduced a product targeting renewable energy operations, backed by Lloyd’s capacity...
CFC adds free ‘cyber for industries’ training module
23 April 2026
Cyber specialist CFC has added a fifth module to its free masterclass series for brokers...
Lockton rewards staff member’s fundraising efforts
23 April 2026
Lockton Pacific has given its annual community impact award to senior associate Matthew Harden for raising funds for men’s mental health...
‘Market is wrong’ on Steadfast, AUB share prices
16 April 2026
Steadfast and AUB Group shares remain undervalued after dipping earlier this year amid concerns about artificial intelligence impacts on broking, Morningstar says...
Motorist loses $64k claim row after BMW parked in wrong spot
16 April 2026
A company director whose sports car was stolen from his driveway at night has lost a claim dispute with his insurer...
Zurich introduces AR-focused team
16 April 2026
Zurich has launched a national underwriting and service team dedicated to authorised representatives...
‘Robust engagement’ drives next phase of code review
16 April 2026
Work to revise the broking code of practice has moved to the draft phase as the National Insurance Brokers Association considers feedback from a consultation launched in February...