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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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Tue, 20th May 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/05/19

In this episode of Paige Estritori's financial sector podcast, coverage centered largely on insurance industry news. The Australian Financial Complaints Authority dismissed fraud allegations against Auto & General Services, in a case reminding insurers of the importance of properly backed allegations. Meanwhile, Asgard, Westpac's investment platform, announced significant hikes in premiums in response to rising claims and operational costs. ClearView, having transitioned from wealth management to

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Mon, 19th May 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/05/18

In this episode, Paige Estritori from Financial Services Online discusses the latest developments in Australia's insurance industry. She starts with Asgard, Westpac's investment platform, announcing a significant increase in insurance premiums, due to rising claims and operational costs. Changes will take effect from July 1st, 2025. ClearView's transition into a pure play life insurance company is also discussed, highlighting impressive growth figures and the launch of their ClearChoice technology,

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Sun, 18th May 2025

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2025/05/17

This podcast by Paige Estritori from Financial Services Online covers major updates in the Australian insurance industry. Westpac's investment platform, Asgard, is set to increase insurance premiums due to rising costs, affecting clients with Asgard Personal Protection Packages. Meanwhile, ClearView has transitioned to a life insurance company, planning to strengthen ties with Independent Financial Advisers and investing in the ClearChoice technology platform. Despite economic pressures, Australians

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Sat, 17th May 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/05/16

This week's insurance market update from Financial Services Online with Paige Estritori highlights significant developments in Australia's insurance sector. Asgard, Westpac's investment platform, announced a steep increase in insurance premiums due to rising claims and operational costs – changes that will take effect on the first of July. Meanwhile, ClearView has cemented its position as a life insurance company with a boost in gross premium income and a $100 million investment in their new

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Fri, 16th May 2025

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2025/05/15

In this episode, Paige Estritori shares important updates in the insurance sphere. Major investment platform Asgard, part of Westpac, announces a significant insurance premium increase, ranging from 0.7% to 94.6%. The adjustment, linked to rising operational costs and claims, will affect client portfolios from July 1. Simultaneously, ClearView makes strides post-exiting the wealth management sector earlier this year, transitioning fully into life insurance. This shift is underscored by a 95% income

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Thu, 15th May 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/05/14

In this week's Insurance News Wrap, Paige Estritori discusses ClearView's shift to become a life insurance company, leaving wealth management behind. The company witnessed a 95% surge in gross premium income, owing to its strong ties with independent financial advisers (IFAs). Additionally, ClearView invested $100 million in its ClearChoice technology platform, migrating to a cloud-based model set for full integration by next year. Despite economic challenges, Australians are prioritizing life

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Wed, 14th May 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/05/13

This episode of the Weekly Insurance News Wrap by Financial Services Online discusses the latest trends in the Australian insurance industry. It highlights a survey by NobleOak showing that amidst financial instability, more Australians are prioritizing life insurance, with its uptake climbing to 60% in January. The episode also notes the increasing priority of income protection insurance, and the surge in Australians seeking advice from financial advisers. However, a gender discrepancy occurs as

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Tue, 13th May 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/05/12

Paige Estritori's weekly podcast for Financial Services Online unveils the Insurance Brokers Code Compliance Committee's call for greater transparency and reform in the Australian insurance industry. Central to their recommendations is enforcing claims timelines with regular updates, extending policy renewal notifications, and increasing protections for small business clients. To increase accountability, the committee proposes a named reporting system for breaches. They are also advocating for a

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Mon, 12th May 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/05/11

In this episode, Paige Estritori from Financial Services Online discusses key insurance sector updates. Firstly, the Insurance Brokers Code Compliance Committee is advocating for significant reforms in transparency and timeline standards in the sector, targeting improvements in client understanding, trust and preventing coverage lapses. Recommended changes include stricter timelines for claims updates and extended policy renewal notifications. The Committee also pushes for robust breach reporting

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Sun, 11th May 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/05/10

In this episode of Financial Services Online's weekly insurance news wrap, Paige Estritori discusses significant developments in Australia's insurance industry. The Insurance Brokers Code Compliance Committee is advocating for industry reforms including stricter claim update timelines and extended policy renewal notifications to enhance trust and client decision-making. The aftermath of Queensland's Cyclone Alfred raises concerns about insurers' responses to damage claims with local businesses

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Sat, 10th May 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/05/09

In this podcast, Paige Estritori discusses major issues in Australia's insurance industry on behalf of Financial Services Online. The Insurance Brokers Code Compliance Committee is pushing for sharper transparency and improved protection for small business clients with more frequent claim updates and policy renewal notifications. Amidst the aftermath of Cyclone Alfred, insurers face criticism for their slow response to damage claims, with over 100,000 claims totaling about one billion dollars

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Fri, 9th May 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/05/08

In this week's episode of Financial Services Online's Weekly Insurance News Wrap, we discuss big developments in the insurance industry in Australia. The Insurance Brokers Code Compliance Committee is advocating for increased transparency and protections for small businesses regarding insurance renewals and claims. They're recommending frequent updates on claims status and early policy renewal notifications. They also propose a "named reporting" system for breaches to improve industry standards

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Thu, 8th May 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/05/07

This Weekly Insurance News Wrap, hosted by Paige Estritori, brings critical updates on insurance topics. The Insurance Brokers Code Compliance Committee recommends industry reforms, aiming to increase transparency and protect small businesses, by enforcing stricter timelines for claim updates and renewal notifications. The handling of flood claims by insurers in Hervey Bay, Queensland, post Cyclone Alfred is criticized, highlighting the need for a resolution to delayed claims. A significant ruling

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Wed, 7th May 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/05/06

In this week's Insurance News Wrap, Paige Estritori discusses major happenings in the Australian insurance industry. The Insurance Brokers Code Compliance Committee advocates for reforms to increase transparency and protect small businesses. This involves stricter procedures for claims updates and policy renewals. In Hervey Bay Queensland, the Insurance Council of Australia responds to Cyclone Alfred damage claims surpassing $1 billion. The Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) reports a

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Tue, 6th May 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/05/05

In this episode, Paige Estritori of Financial Services Online discusses insurance developments in Australia. David Lee, a Queensland parliament member criticized insurers' response to Cyclone Alfred and the impact on businesses in Hervey Bay. Meanwhile, the Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) rejected a claim for engine theft due to insufficient proof of ownership. The episode further discusses industry policy reviews, particularly the ACCC's resistance to broker commissions due to

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Mon, 5th May 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/05/04

This week's podcast from Financial Services Online, presented by Paige Estritori, highlights numerous key insurance issues. Topics include an Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) decision denying a motor policyholder their engine theft claim under an IAG policy due to lack of ownership evidence and specific coverage provisions. Subsequently, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission reaffirms its position against broker commissions. Further, AFCA directed Auto & General Services

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Sun, 4th May 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/05/03

This episode of the Weekly Insurance News Wrap discusses key updates in Australia's insurance sector, including the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission's (ACCC) opposition to broker commissions tied to premiums, prompting industry-wide debate on broker transparency and commission structure. Other developments include Auto & General Services being ordered by the Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) to partially cover a long-term water damage claim, highlighting potential

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Sat, 3rd May 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/05/02

This week's 'Insurance News Wrap' discusses key updates from the Australian insurance industry. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) strengthens its stance against broker commissions, advocating for further transparency in practices. A 'slow leak' insurance dispute leads to a reevaluation of policy language and documentation processes to better deal with gradual damage claims. The Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) backs Nib Travel Services' decision, highlighting

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Fri, 2nd May 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/05/01

In this weeks episode, we cover significant rulings by the Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA), industry advancements, and economic trends affecting insurance. AFCA's recent decisions have set new precedents for how gradual damage claims and non-traditional family relationships are approached in insurance policies, pushing for clarity and inclusiveness. A new standard, AS-IICRC S500, is improving water damage claims handling, fostering better collaboration and efficiency among parties

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Thu, 1st May 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/04/30

In this week's Financial Services Online insurance news, we discuss an Australian Financial Complaints Authority case about the importance of understanding your insurance policy's definitions and limits. We highlight how Australia is revolutionizing water damage restoration claims through the adoption of the AS-IICRC S500 standard, providing a streamlined, internationally aligned framework for handling such claims. However, Australian households face financial strain as insurance premiums surge due

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