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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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Sat, 8th Feb 2025

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2025/02/07

In this episode, Paige Estritori highlights the pressing impacts of severe flooding in northern regions of Australia with over a thousand insurance claims filed after the event. Presenting major challenges to towns like Ingham, the focus turns to learning from the disaster and prioritizing resilience in future infrastructure plans. Then, she mentions the thorough review being launched by the ACCC on potential acquistions within the motor insurance sector, spotlighting the evolving and competitive

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Fri, 7th Feb 2025

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2025/02/06

In this episode, Paige Estritori from Financial Services Online discusses Australian insurance news. Severe flooding in Queensland resulted in over 1435 insurance claims, prompting insurance firms like IAG, Suncorp, and RACQ to expedite claim processes. Attention turns to the dynamics of major insurance mergers with the ACCC inspecting the impacts of Insurance Australia Group's bid for RACQ and Allianz Australia's attempts to acquire RAA Insurance. Christine Cupitt, CEO of the Council of Australian

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Thu, 6th Feb 2025

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2025/02/05

In this week's Financial Services Online podcast, Paige Estritori covers flood challenges in Queensland and the subsequent rise in insurance claims. Townsville evaded major flooding, but Ingham reported alarming Herbert River levels. Insurance companies like IAG, Suncorp and RACQ, are fast-tracking the claims process. David Crisafulli, current Premier, is aiming towards revamping infrastructure to combat future climate challenges. On another note, ACCC scrutinizes motor insurance sector mergers

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Wed, 5th Feb 2025

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2025/02/04

This week's Insurance News Wrap from Financial Services Online, hosted by Paige Estritori, covers the dire situation in Queensland due to persistent flooding, and the consequent rise in insurance claims, highlighting the urgent need for resilient infrastructure. Special mention was made of insurance firms: IAG, Suncorp, and RACQ for their prompt claims processing. The podcast also covers the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission's observation of the proposed mergers in the motor insurance

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Tue, 4th Feb 2025

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2025/02/03

In this episode of the Weekly Insurance News Wrap, Paige Estritori discusses severe flooding in North Queensland declared a significant event by the Insurance Council of Australia. Hardest hit are the communities of Townsville and Ingham, facing infrastructure damage and numerous evacuations, with insurers like Suncorp, IAG, and RACQ offering support. Elsewhere in Victoria, the focus is on recovery from flash floods and power outages in Geelong. Additionally, the episode explores how financial

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Mon, 3rd Feb 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/02/02

In this podcast, Paige Estritori of Financial Services Online discusses key developments impacting personal and business insurance sectors in Australia. The episode focuses on Australians' growing concerns about life insurance affordability due to increasing living costs, interest rates, and inflation, with a report by iExtend suggesting that nearly 25% may drop their policies if financial strain continues. Despite these challenges, iExtend assures its commitment to advising Australians on sound

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Sun, 2nd Feb 2025

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2025/02/01

This podcast by Paige Estritori covers the rising economic pressures in Australia, particularly focusing on the increasing costs of living and skyrocketing insurance prices. A report reveals that Australians are reassessing the value of their life insurance policies due to financial stress. A survey by the Council of Australian Life Insurers found that many may cancel policies if finances worsen, and there is a growing concern about future affordability with increased premiums. The report also

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Sat, 1st Feb 2025

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2025/01/31

In this episode of the Financial Services Online Weekly Insurance News Wrap, Paige Estritori discusses Australians' changing views on life insurance due to rising costs of living. A Council of Australian Life Insurers survey reveals that 25% of respondents consider cancelling their life insurance if finances worsen, along with 68% expressing affordability concerns. In response, companies like iExtend reinforce their support for informed insurance decision-making. The Australian Capital Territory has

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Fri, 31st Jan 2025

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2025/01/30

This podcast digs into the rising pressures on Australians regarding the costly life insurance amidst soaring living costs and inflation. The emphasis is on a startling survey by the Council of Australian Life Insurers indicating that one in four adults are contemplating cancelling their life insurance policies due to financial strain. The CEO of iExtend underscores the significance of guiding Australians to make informed decisions on life insurance. The podcast also highlights an ongoing inquiry by

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Thu, 30th Jan 2025

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2025/01/29

In this episode of Financial Services Online's Weekly Insurance News Wrap, we discuss two major developments. Firstly, a comprehensive review led by ACT's Legislative Assemblys Standing Committee on Economics, Industry, and Recreation will investigate the insurance industry's practices, particularly regarding escalating insurance costs affecting businesses and community groups. Areas of focus will include public liability claim trends, litigation roles, difficulties in securing insurance, climate

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Wed, 29th Jan 2025

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2025/01/28

This episode of the Weekly Insurance News Wrap covers updates from the insurance industry for Wednesday, January 29th, 2025. The Australian Capital Territory launches an inquiry into rising insurance costs affecting businesses and community organisations, investigating aspects like workers' compensation and climate change's impacts on the industry. The Canberra Business Chamber points out increasing insurance premiums as a significant issue. Auto & General Insurance faces reprimanding over

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Tue, 28th Jan 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/01/27

This podcast summarizes key developments in the Australian insurance industry as of January 28, 2025. It discusses a probe by the ACT Legislative Assembly into rising insurance costs impacting businesses and community organizations, with a focus on workers' compensation and climate change impacts. The podcast also narrates a recent mandate on the insurer, Auto & General forcing it to apologize and provide compensation for overlooking a storm damage claim. Travelers are advised to ensure full

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Mon, 27th Jan 2025

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2025/01/26

This week on the Insurance News Wrap, we discuss Auto & General's recent ruling requiring compensation and an apology for mismanaging a storm damage claim. In the travel sector, a case involving AWP Australia highlights the importance of understanding insurance policy exclusions. In Victoria's Halls Gap, a growing crisis around soaring insurance costs impacts local businesses following bushfire disruptions. The Insurance Council of Australia reports over 11,000 claims in NSW and ACT due to severe

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Sun, 26th Jan 2025

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2025/01/25

This podcast, hosted by Paige Estritori of Financial Services Online, covers the latest insurance industry news across Australia. The episode reflects on the mishandling of a storm damage claim by Auto & General Insurance, resulting in a $2000 compensation mandated by the Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA). It also discusses the rejection of a travel insurance claim due to a lack of understanding of pre-existing condition clauses, emphasizing the importance of understanding policy

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Sat, 25th Jan 2025

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2025/01/24

This podcast update from Financial Services Online, hosted by Paige Estritori, covers key news from the insurance sector. It discusses the importance of insurers improving their claims handling processes exemplified by a case involving Auto & General in Brisbane, who was ordered to compensate after an improper handling of a storm damage claim. A travel insurance dispute outlined the necessity of understanding policy fine print and considering family medical history when securing coverage. The

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Fri, 24th Jan 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/01/23

In this episode of Weekly Insurance News Wrap, Paige Estritori discusses the latest developments in Australian insurance. Auto & General receives criticism and instruction due to alleged procedural lapses leading to an erroneous denial of a storm damage claim. A warning is given about fully understanding travel insurance exclusions, drawing from a case in which a man's claim wasn't covered due to a pre-existing condition clause covering his family. Meanwhile, the insurability crisis in Halls Gap,

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Thu, 23rd Jan 2025

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2025/01/22

In this week's Insurance News Wrap, Paige Estritori of Financial Services Online discusses key happenings in the Australian insurance industry. The crucial role of understanding pre-existing condition clauses in travel insurance was emphasized after an Australian Financial Complaints Authority ruled in favour of insurer AWP Australia against a policyholder. In Victoria, the insurability crisis at Halls Gap highlighted by Coalition leader Peter Dutton shows the importance of insurance for local

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Wed, 22nd Jan 2025

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2025/01/21

This week's insurance news wrap-up includes reports of insurability crises due to destructive bushfires in Halls Gap, Victoria, with local businesses facing possible closures due to rising insurance premiums and the insurability issue. Meanwhile, in New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory, over 11,000 claims have been filed following severe electrical storms. The situation has triggered emergency responses, including Suncorp's Mobile Disaster Response Hub. Commonwealth-State Disaster

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Tue, 21st Jan 2025

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2025/01/20

In this episode of the Weekly Insurance News Wrap, Paige Estritori discusses recent weather events in New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory, where catastrophic storms have led to over 11,000 insurance claims, and power outages have affected over 143,000 homes. Insurance companies like Suncorp and Allianz have seen a surge in claims, highlighting the need for preparedness and efficient response. There's also a brief on a legal matter, where insurance broker Jason Prasad was found

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Mon, 20th Jan 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/01/19

In this episode, Paige Estritori discusses key events affecting the insurance industry. Extreme weather in Eastern Australia has led to widespread damage, with insurance giants Allianz and Suncorp reporting a surge in claims. In legal news, the case of insurance broker Jason Prasad who was sentenced for selling fraudulent builders warranty insurance, underlines the importance of regulatory bodies and vigilance against illicit practices. Internationally, wildfires in Los Angeles are set to become the

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