The Broker
Brokers seek ‘right balance’ on simple advice
05 December 2024
The next wave of advice reforms must “strike the right balance” to ensure better consumer outcomes and affordability, the National Insurance Brokers Association says...
Tributes paid to former WA broker and NIBA director
05 December 2024
Former broker Simon McKeown died this week after a battle with cancer...
Argyle secures ‘transformative’ investment
05 December 2024
Digital underwriting agency Argyle Insurance says it has secured a strategic investment from global firm Correlation, providing capital for its next phase of growth...
Gallagher acquires NSW transport specialist
05 December 2024
Global broking group Gallagher has acquired NSW-based Hann Insurance Brokers for an undisclosed amount...
Aon seeks new regional leader after exec’s promotion
05 December 2024
Aon Asia-Pacific CEO Anne Corona will take up a global role from next month, with the company to appoint a new regional head...
CFC makes case for ‘neighbourhood watch’ approach to cyber
05 December 2024
CFC says having cyber protection can be like living in a “lovely exclusive neighbourhood” where the risk of crime is vastly reduced...
Association schedules state lunches
05 December 2024
The National Insurance Brokers Association has announced the dates for next year’s state gala lunches...
Profession’s varying pathways should be talent drawcard: Aon
28 November 2024
The broking industry should promote its rare ability to offer varied role rotations, which is “a real advantage” over other employment sectors, Aon says...
Premium inquiry’s Labor members push for strata action
28 November 2024
The federal government should consider the adequacy of the insurance disclosure regime for strata managers and brokers, Labor members of a Senate committee inquiry say...
NSW building bill lacks detail on coverage: Bellrock
28 November 2024
The NSW government has yet to define what “adequate insurance” means in its draft Building Bill 2024, risk adviser Bellrock says...
AFCA sides with complainant over water damage
28 November 2024
An insurer will have to cover property repairs for water damage after the ombudsman ruled the event was claimable under a home and contents accidental loss policy...
Chubb unveils ‘flexible and scalable’ property cover
28 November 2024
Chubb has introduced a property and general liability product designed for manufacturing and real estate businesses with annual revenue up to $50 million...
Gallagher signs up sporting stars
28 November 2024
Gallagher has recruited two sports legends to work with its corporate team in Australia...
Marsh releases guide to ‘crucial’ APRA reform
28 November 2024
Marsh has published a white paper offering “essential insights” into the prudential regulator’s new operational risk management standards...
Howden hails global growth at 30th birthday bash
28 November 2024
Global insurance group Howden held a party this week at London’s Tate Modern to mark the company’s 30th anniversary...
‘Benchmark’ report urges more help for mutuals
21 November 2024
A new report calls for governments and regulators to help facilitate the growth of discretionary risk mutuals...
Brokers ‘most vulnerable’ to strata law overhaul
21 November 2024
Strata law reforms that strengthen consumer protections are likely to affect brokers more than other players in the market, according to Finity...
Gallagher wins dispute over faulty floor cleaner
21 November 2024
A business owner who accused Gallagher of not choosing an appropriate insurance policy for equipment or advocating during a claims process has lost a dispute before the Australian Financial Complainants Authority...
Transparency trumps ‘dark arts’ as premiums rise: Aon chief
21 November 2024
The insurance industry needs to be honest with clients about the reasons for premium rises and use data and analytics more effectively to dispel a “dark arts” image, according to Aon Australia CEO Jennifer Richards...
Marsh merges Pacific facultative reinsurance businesses
21 November 2024
Risk management group Marsh McLennan has merged its Guy Carpenter and Marsh Re facultative reinsurance businesses in the Pacific region...