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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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Fri, 28th Feb 2025

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2025/02/27

In this week's podcast, Paige Estritori from Financial Services Online discusses key issues in the insurance industry. A pre-election pledge by the Coalition potentially reduces compliance costs in Australia's insurance sector, aiming to stabilize financial considerations and cut consumer costs despite challenges from natural disasters. In New South Wales, a proposed legislation to ban claims farming is being pushed to be more robust by the Insurance Council of Australia (ICA), citing concerns about

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Thu, 27th Feb 2025

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2025/02/26

In this week's Financial Services Online podcast, Paige Estritori examines the Coalition's pledge to cut capital and compliance costs in Australia's insurance sector in efforts to better consumer access and investment allure. Angus Taylor advocates for optimizing the Prudential Regulation Authority's capital rules to fortify both financial stability and attract investment. The podcast also highlights the NSW government's proposed ban on claims farming, considered insufficient by the Insurance

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Wed, 26th Feb 2025

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2025/02/25

In this edition of Financial Services Online's Weekly Insurance News Wrap, Paige Estritori discusses the Insurance Council of Australia's proposal for a $30.15 billion flood defence fund to be spread over a decade, aiming to mitigate Australia's flood risks. Key strategies include strengthening flood infrastructure, reinforcing properties, and acquiring vulnerable homes. ICA CEO Andrew Hall emphasizes the urgent need for solutions to high insurance premiums via government-insurer collaboration

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Tue, 25th Feb 2025

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2025/02/24

In this week's podcast, host Paige Estritori discusses an impactful court ruling within Australia's insurance sector. The verdict in a landmark case involving denial of a Total and Permanent Disability claim centered around a contested exclusion clause. The case, won by an individual known as Mr R, has major implications for the interpretation of such exclusion clauses in future insurance claims. The court ruled that Mr R's shoulder injury, not his pre-existing neck condition, was primarily

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Mon, 24th Feb 2025

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2025/02/23

This week's Insurance News Wrap includes a landmark court ruling in Australia, where the court sided with a policyholder who challenged his insurance company's denial of a Total and Permanent Disability claim. This decision could influence future interpretations of insurance exclusion clauses. Substantial growth in home insurance premiums is impacting an estimated 1.6 million households across Australia. The surge, largely attributed to climate change-induced extreme weather, has led to calls for

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Sun, 23rd Feb 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/02/22

In this week's episode, Paige Estritori discusses key events in the Australian insurance industry, including a precedent-setting court ruling challenging insurance exclusion clauses and highlighting the need for clearer policies. She also reports on the crisis of soaring home insurance premiums affecting 1.6 million households due to the escalating impacts of climate change on claims. Another noteworthy news is the Australian Financial Complaints Authority's support for a policyholder in a fraud

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Sat, 22nd Feb 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/02/21

On this episode of the Weekly Insurance News Wrap, we discuss a landmark Australian court ruling favoring a policyholder with a disability claim against a contested exclusion clause, setting a precedent for future disputes. Next, we examine the impact of rising insurance premiums on Australian households, underlined by the Actuaries Institute's report indicating that soaring premiums are outpacing income growth. We note how extreme weather events, exacerbated by climate change, increase costs. We

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Fri, 21st Feb 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/02/20

This episode discusses key issues affecting the Australian insurance sector. A pivotal court ruling challenges the interpretation of insurance exclusion clauses, empowering policyholders and demanding increased transparency from insurance companies. Rising insurance premiums present a major problem for Australian households. A 9% surge in home insurance due to climate-change-induced natural disasters has sparked calls for government interventions to keep insurance affordable. A ruling by the

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Thu, 20th Feb 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/02/19

In this week's insurance news recap, we discuss a landmark court ruling involving controversial exclusion clauses in disability claims. A homeowner insurance hike is affecting 1.6 million Australian households, with premiums increasing by 9% due to climate change worsening natural calamities. Additionally, there's a case where the Australian Financial Complaints Authority favored a policyholder over an insurer, IAG, on a stolen car claim, stressing the importance of solid evidence in fraud

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Wed, 19th Feb 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/02/18

In this episode of the 'Weekly Insurance News Wrap', host Paige Estritori covers three major stories from Australia's insurance sector. Firstly, the Actuaries Institute reports a 9% increase in home insurance premiums, affecting 1.6 million households due to climate-change-related disasters. Opposition leader, Peter Dutton, calls for a governmental response. Secondly, the Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) ruled in favor of a motor insurance policyholder in a $33,800 claim, despite

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Tue, 18th Feb 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/02/17

In this week's episode, Paige Estritori from Financial Services Online discusses rising insurance premiums affecting 1.6 million Australian households as a result of climate change-induced severe weather events. The episode also covers a landmark decision by the Australian Financial Complaints Authority ruling in favor of a policyholder in a motor insurance dispute despite initial doubts from the insurance provider, IAG. Finally, the episode explores ongoing debates around risk insurance cap

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Mon, 17th Feb 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/02/16

The podcast covers recent developments in the insurance industry. There is ongoing debate concerning risk commission caps in the sector, with key figures advocating for a review of the current Life Insurance Framework. According to a recent poll, a slim majority supports an 80/20 commission structure or keeping the current cap. Meanwhile, businesses globally have seen a reduction in commercial insurance rates, with an 8% decrease in the Australia-Pacific region. However, DBD Developments has been

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Sun, 16th Feb 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/02/15

In this week's Financial Services Online insurance news wrap-up, Marsh's commercial price monitor reports an 8% reduction in insurance rates in Australia for the final quarter of 2025, the largest worldwide decline. DBD Developments, a Perth construction firm, has been fined for starting a project without mandatory Home Indemnity Insurance, highlighting the importance of compliance. In New South Wales, ISS Property Services are under audit due to discrepancies in their workers' compensation

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Sat, 15th Feb 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/02/14

In this edition of the Weekly Insurance News Wrap, we discuss the recent reductions in insurance rates, led by Australia with an 8% decrease according to Marsh's commercial price monitor. This encouraging development shows a more client-friendly business environment due to heightened competition. In other news, a construction firm in Western Australia was penalised for initiating construction without mandatory Home Indemnity Insurance, stressing the significance of legal compliance in the

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Fri, 14th Feb 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/02/13

In this episode of the Weekly Insurance News Wrap, the show touches on various stories from different corners of the insurance industry. Marsh's commercial price monitor showed a reduction in global insurance rates during the last quarter of 2025, with Australia-Pacific leading the trend with an 8% dip. In Western Australia, DBD Developments faced regulatory action for constructing without mandatory Home Indemnity Insurance, reminding the industry of the importance of securing HII for projects over

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Thu, 13th Feb 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/02/12

In this week's 'Weekly Insurance News Wrap', host Paige Estritori discusses the latest happenings in the insurance industry. Commercial insurance rates have experienced a significant drop in the last quarter of 2025, with the Australia-Pacific region leading the trend with an 8% decrease. In Perth, construction firm DBD Developments was fined for breaching insurance laws by starting a project without acquiring the required Home Indemnity Insurance. Furthermore, ISS Property Services in New South

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Wed, 12th Feb 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/02/11

In this episode, Paige Estritori from Financial Services Online shares important updates from the insurance industry. The reported global reduction in insurance rates, particularly an 8% drop in the Australia-Pacific region, is benefitting businesses. However, the U.S. casualty sector continues to face challenges. Attention is drawn to regulatory compliance, with Perth's DBD Developments penalized for not having mandatory Home Indemnity Insurance before starting construction. Similar compliance

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Tue, 11th Feb 2025

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2025/02/10

In this week's podcast, we discuss major developments in the Australian insurance sector. We start with a global trend of declining insurance rates, with the Australia-Pacific region leading the way with an 8% reduction, attributed to an increase in regional competition. We then delve into compliance matters; a Perth construction firm was fined for construction without the obligatory Home Indemnity Insurance, showcasing the importance of legal adherence. In New South Wales, ISS Property Services

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Mon, 10th Feb 2025

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2025/02/09

On this episode of Financial Services Online's Weekly Insurance News Wrap, Paige Estritori delivers essential updates on the ongoing flooding situation in Queensland, which has resulted in over 1,400 insurance claims, and the emphasis on building resilience into future infrastructure upgrades. In industry news, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) begins investigating major mergers, focusing on transactions within the motor insurance sector, specifically Insurance Australia

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Sun, 9th Feb 2025

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2025/02/08

In this week's edition of the Insurance News Wrap by Financial Services Online, host Paige Estritori discusses a range of urgent matters from Australia's crippling floods to alerts in the motor insurance sector and calls for financial reform. It starts off with a focus on the drastic flood situation in Queensland, where insurance claims have skyrocketed and health risks from contaminated waters pose further challenges. In the motor insurance world, possible major mergers are under scrutiny,

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