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Insurance News Wrap

Paige Estritori

Join Paige Estritori each week on the forefront of discovery in the Australian insurance industry. Our podcast meticulously curates the most relevant news from the past week, tailored specifically for both personal and business consumers across Australia. Delving deeper than the surface, we conduct thorough research to craft original articles on selected news items, ensuring you receive insightful and valuable information. Our summaries focus on the key developments that matter most to you. Whether

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Wed, 2nd Jul 2025

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2025/07/01

In this episode of Financial Services Online's Weekly Insurance News Wrap, host Paige Estritori covers major updates in the insurance industry. She discusses strategic changes at ClearView, such as the appointment of Peter Tilocca as the new Head of Underwriting and the revisions in medical underwriting frameworks to simplify procedures for coverage sums under two million dollars. Updates also include refining trauma definitions in their ClearChoice and LifeSolutions products. Also spotlighted are

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Tue, 1st Jul 2025

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2025/06/30

In this episode, Paige Estritori discusses key developments in the Australian insurance industry. Peter Tilocca, a seasoned expert, is named Head of Underwriting at ClearView Life Assurance. ClearView initiates several changes, such as updating underwriting standards to encourage growth and refining trauma definitions in their product line for better coverage. The Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA), in recent rulings, underscored the importance of transparency in home business

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Mon, 30th Jun 2025

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2025/06/29

In the Australian insurance sector, noteworthy developments have occurred this past week. The Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) upheld an intriguing decision by RACQ Insurance denying a claim related to a curious road accident. The case highlighted values of honesty in dealing with insurers. Subsequently, the Life Code Compliance Committee criticized an unnamed life insurer for sending confusing and possibly misleading rejection letters to around 170 applicants, undermining the

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Sun, 29th Jun 2025

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2025/06/28

In this episode of the Weekly Insurance News Wrap, host Paige Estritori discusses key insurance stories in Australia. Topics include a case where RACQ Insurance's decision to reject a crash claim was upheld, highlighting the importance of honesty and robust verification in claims. An undisclosed life insurance provider was criticized for misleading rejection letters, emphasizing the need for transparent communication in insurance dealings. In a landmark AFCA ruling, unclear policy information

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Sat, 28th Jun 2025

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2025/06/27

This week's Insurance News Wrap discusses transparency and clarity in the Australian insurance industry. Major highlights include a ruling by the Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) where RACQ Insurance's decision to reject a motorists fraudulent claim was upheld, emphasizing the need for rigorous verification practices in the industry. The Life Code Compliance Committee criticised an insurer for issuing unclear rejection letters, stressing the importance of direct communication and

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Fri, 27th Jun 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/06/26

This episode of Financial Services Online's Weekly Insurance News Wrap covers significant events from the Australian insurance sector. It kicks off with a case of suspected insurance fraud where the Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) sided with RACQ Insurance after irregularities arose in a damage claim. The episode also touches on a life insurance provider who faced censure for sending misleading rejection letters to applicants. A further AFCA ruling highlighted the need for insurers

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Thu, 26th Jun 2025

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2025/06/25

In this podcast, Paige Estritori discusses key events in Australia's insurance industry. A life insurance provider has been reprimanded for misleading rejection letters, resulting from omission of details like review procedures, leading to a call for clearer communications. Further confusion in the sector arises from an Australian Financial Complaints Authority ruling over ambiguous policy terms relating to storm damage, emphasizing the need for clear contract language. On a positive note, insured

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Wed, 25th Jun 2025

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2025/06/24

On this episode of the Weekly Insurance News Wrap, we explored a series of key issues in the Australian insurance industry. The Life Code Compliance Committee reprimanded an anonymous life insurance provider for misleading rejection letters. Meanwhile, confusing policy wording surrounding patio coverage resulted in the Australian Financial Complaints Authority ordering an insurance provider to fully cover a storm-related claim. The industry also saw a significant drop in insured catastrophe losses

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Tue, 24th Jun 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/06/23

In this week's insurance wrap-up, Paige Estritori discusses key issues shaping Australia's insurance landscape. The Australian Financial Complaints Authority ordered an insurer to cover a disputed storm claim, highlighting the need for clear policy language. Aon's Climate and Catastrophe Insight Report shows Australia's catastrophe losses are at their lowest since 2004, but warns that high insurance premiums persist due to underinsurance and climate risks. A recent report by the Climate Change

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Mon, 23rd Jun 2025

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2025/06/22

In this week's podcast, Paige Estritori from Financial Services Online discusses pressing issues within Australia's insurance sector. The Climate Change Authority warns of potential billions in losses to homeowners due to climate hazards, alongside fears of properties becoming uninsurable. Particularly, homes in Queensland and Western Australia are at high risk. The podcast also addresses the contentious denial of a claim by Southern Cross insurance due to a war and violence exclusion clause,

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Sun, 22nd Jun 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/06/21

In this week's episode, Paige Estritori discusses the pressing issue of insurance in the face of climate change, predicting that half a million Australian homes may be uninsurable by 2030 due to rising flood risks. The need for policy reforms and stricter construction codes is underscored. The episode also highlights the user-end issues highlighting a controversial insurance claim denial owing to the insurer's war and violence exclusion clause, underscoring the need to comprehend insurance policies

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Sat, 21st Jun 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/06/20

In this episode of Financial Services Online, we discuss major insurance news in Australia and beyond. We highlight a denied Southern Cross insurance claim due to military instability in the Red Sea region, with the decision upheld by the Australian Financial Complaints Authority. We celebrate award winners from the ACT Insurance Awards, including EML Group, Ann-Marie McGuire from Allianz, and more. We reveal a collaboration between TAL and Cover Genius that has introduced a digital, embedded life

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Fri, 20th Jun 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/06/19

In this week's Insurance News Wrap, we discuss the ACT Insurance Awards, where EML Group's Canberra branch and Allianz Workers Compensation's Ann-Marie McGuire among others were recognized. We delve into the major industry collaboration between TAL and Cover Genius who aim to introduce a digital-only embedded life insurance for part-time, contract, and casual workers. The episode also highlights a rising issue in New Zealands insurance industry, where insurers battle for trust amidst rising costs

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Thu, 19th Jun 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/06/18

In this episode of the Weekly Insurance News Wrap, Paige Estritori highlights key stories in the sector. Coverage includes a recap of the ACT Insurance Awards, with EML Group's Canberra branch receiving the Insurance Leader of the Year award and noteworthy performances from Ann-Marie McGuire, Mark Tapper, Matthew Needham, Carolina Zubieta Ortiz, and Carrie Burgess. The episode also covers the innovative partnership between TAL and insurtech firm, Cover Genius in launching a digital-only embedded

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Wed, 18th Jun 2025

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2025/06/17

In this week's 'Weekly Insurance News Wrap' by Financial Services Online, key happenings in the Australian and New Zealand insurance industries were discussed. TAL has teamed up with Cover Genius to launch a digital-only embedded life insurance product tailored for part-time, contract, and casual workers, aiming at simplifying access to insurance without traditional underwriting. The product integrates life and disability coverage options into platforms such as payroll systems. Meanwhile, New

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Tue, 17th Jun 2025

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2025/06/16

In this episode of Financial Services Online's Weekly Insurance News Wrap, Paige Estritori discusses recent rulings from the Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA). The AFCA upheld Open Insurance's decision to deny a refund to a policyholder who cancelled his coverage due to a rooftop tent installation, reminding listeners about the importance of open communication and fully understanding policy terms. The AFCA also sided with Auto and General in a non-disclosure case, emphasizing the

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Sun, 15th Jun 2025

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2025/06/14

This episode of the Financial Services Online podcast, hosted by Paige Estritori, analyzes recent developments in the Australian insurance market. The Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) bolsters its commitment to full transparency in two separate insurance decision cases. One involving Auto & General, where a claim was rejected due to non-disclosure, and another with QBE, that was ordered to process a restaurants damage claim despite the owner's undisclosed criminal record. The episode

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Sat, 14th Jun 2025

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2025/06/13

In this week's Australian insurance news wrap, AFCA backed Auto & General's decision to reject a motor policyholder's claim due to unreported legal issues, emphasizing the importance of transparency with insurers. In contrast, AFCA ordered QBE to honor a claim from an arson-ravaged restaurant, despite the director's undisclosed criminal history, spotlighting the need for clearer documentation and refining underwriting practices. The insurance sector logged a net profit over $1 billion in the March

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Thu, 12th Jun 2025

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2025/06/11

In this episode of the Weekly Insurance News Wrap, Paige Estritori discusses key developments in the Australian insurance industry such as insurers' resilience demonstrated by reporting a net profit after tax of $1.11 billion in Q1. Despite robust performance, issues of affordability and customer costs remain pressing, hinting at future strategic shifts. Other topics addressed include household insurance profits, rising rates indicating strain on households, and regulatory action taken against

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Tue, 10th Jun 2025

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2025/06/09

This episode of the Weekly Insurance News Wrap features an extensive discussion on recent developments in the Australian insurance market. AFCA ruled in favor of a camper trailer owner against RAA Insurance, criticizing the insufficient evidence supporting vehicle damage claim denial. The Australian financial regulators, ASIC and APRA, urged insurance companies for clear communication regarding possible premium increases in life insurance policies. Additionally, the importance of updating insurance

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