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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, 27th Sep 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/09/26

In this episode, host Paige Estritori discusses key updates from Australia's financial and transport sectors. National Transport Insurance (NTI) is praised for its transformative contributions to the heavy vehicle repair industry over the last two decades, with the Premium Repairer Network initiative notably improving processes, service quality, and customer satisfaction. The Future of Trucking report by Isuzu Australia Limited reveals the enduring challenges of driver shortages and compliance,

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Fri, 26th Sep 2025

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2025/09/25

This week's insurance news wrap highlights key developments in the Australian insurance sector. ASIC has urged insurers to improve claim handling practices after shortcomings in transparency and dispute resolution were found. Steadfast Group advanced its global expansion by buying a majority stake in Novum Underwriting Partners, providing more customized solutions for tradespeople. The Insurance Council of Australia proposed a $30 billion flood defense fund, an initiative aimed at reducing the cost

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Thu, 25th Sep 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/09/24

In this week's podcast, Paige Estritori discusses the recent aged care reforms in Australia and their impact on long-tail liability insurance. Experts advise care providers to modify their insurance policies to absorb the potential increase in claims. These new regulations ramp up scrutiny, make care providers accountable for third-party services, and place direct responsibility on directors for service quality. The podcast also covers a lawsuit against RACQ Insurance by ASIC over allegations of

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Wed, 24th Sep 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/09/23

In this episode, Paige Estritori discusses key updates in the insurance industry, citing major upcoming reforms under the Age Care Act that could affect liability insurance and urging necessary policy adjustments. She shifts focus to RACQ Insurance, who is charged by ASIC for misleading premium comparisons, underscoring the importance of transparency. The podcast also recounts Suncorp's recent order to compensate homeowners in a flexi-pipe damage dispute, highlighting the need for comprehensive

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Tue, 23rd Sep 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/09/22

In this week's episode, Paige Estritori from Financial Services Online shares an update on a recent ruling by the Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) against the banking and insurance giant, Suncorp. The company was ordered to pay over $155,000 to homeowners for damage caused by a burst flexi-pipe. This case underscores the importance of unbiased assessments in insurance claims. Then, the podcast delves into the inaugural National Climate Risk Assessment released by the government,

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Mon, 22nd Sep 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/09/21

In this week's Financial Services Online Insurance News Wrap, Paige Estritori covers Australian Government's launch of the National Climate Risk Assessment and National Adaption Plan, stressing the immediate need to reduce carbon emissions and reach net-zero by 2055. The reports highlight the effect of increased natural disasters, such as floods, fires and cyclones, on insurance accessibility and costs, possibly creating an underinsurance crisis. The government plans to provide aid for a cyclone

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Sun, 21st Sep 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/09/20

This episode of the podcast by Financial Services Online explores important developments in the Australian financial services sector. Firstly, the government's first National Climate Risk Assessment report highlights the growing impact of natural disasters on insurance availability and calls for immediate action to cut emissions. The rising frequency of weather-related catastrophes and increasing sea levels will likely increase insurance costs, risk of underinsurance, and health hazards. The

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Sat, 20th Sep 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/09/19

In this episode, Paige Estritori from Financial Services Online discusses major insurance-related developments. The Australian Government's first-ever National Climate Risk Assessment reveals climate change-induced natural disasters might lead to increased health and safety risks, higher insurance costs, and potential under-insurance crises. The government's focus is on adaptation, mitigation, and resilience, with plans to reach net-zero emissions by 2050 and significant funds dedicated to disaster

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Fri, 19th Sep 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/09/18

This episode of the "Weekly Insurance News Wrap" brought to you by Financial Services Online, covers important updates from Australia's insurance sector. The National Climate Risk Assessment report and its corresponding National Adaptation Plan highlight the serious threat posed by natural disasters to Australia's insurance industry, urging emission reduction to net-zero by 2050. In response, the government commits to strengthening the cyclone reinsurance pool and the Hazards Insurance Partnership,

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Thu, 18th Sep 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/09/17

This episode of the Weekly Insurance News Wrap presents important updates from the insurance industry. The Australian Government has released its first National Climate Risk Assessment, which highlights the increasing threats of natural disasters due to climate change. This report signals higher health and safety risks and the chance of increased insurance costs. Government strategies point towards building resilience via a $1 billion Disaster Ready Fund. Meanwhile, the Australian Securities and

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Wed, 17th Sep 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/09/16

This podcast episode covers the latest in the insurance industry. Paige Estritori discusses the Australian Securities and Investments Commission's decision to extend regulatory relief to general insurance providers, freeing them from appointing product distributors as authorised representatives until August 2030. This move aims to lessen compliance costs and bolster industry competitiveness. Cybersecurity is underscored as a growing concern, with recent attacks demonstrating the need for robust

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Tue, 16th Sep 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/09/15

In this episode of Weekly Insurance News Wrap, Paige Estritori discusses the importance of cyber insurance strategies and employee education in the face of increasing cybersecurity threats, especially in the remote work context. A report by Swiss Re Institute predicts a rise in global property and casualty insurance premiums consistent with GDP growth due to factors like increasing natural catastrophe losses and economic inflation. They forecast the market worth to double in two decades to $2.4tn

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Mon, 15th Sep 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/09/14

In this episode of the Weekly Insurance News Wrap, Paige Estritori discusses the growing risks in the financial sector highlighted by the cyberattack on Fortnum Private Wealth, increasing the urgency for robust cybersecurity and cyber insurance. She talks about an expected increase in global property and casualty insurance premiums in line with GDP and a market value that could double by 2040, according to Swiss Re Institute. Additionally, the Insurance Council of Australia is aiding New South Wales

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Sun, 14th Sep 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/09/13

In this week's Financial Services Online's Insurance News Wrap with Paige Estritori, critical topics, such as growing cyber threats making cyber insurance essential for businesses, are covered. An increase in digital risks amid remote work setups, necessitated by Melbourne lockdowns, is highlighted, emphasizing the need for robust internal controls, consistent employee training, and regular policy reviews. The podcast discusses rising global risks driving premiums higher and the resultant need for

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Sat, 13th Sep 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/09/12

In this week's episode of Financial Services Online's Insurance News Wrap, Paige Estritori highlights the rising importance of cyber security and insurance, driven by high-stakes risks and recent cyberattacks on firms such as Fortnum Private Wealth. Cyber insurance is deemed a necessity and calls have been made for regular reviews of policies and increased employee awareness. Globally, the Swiss Re Institute predicts a surge in property and casualty insurance premiums in line with GDP growth,

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Fri, 12th Sep 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/09/11

In this episode of Financial Services Online podcast, the increasing importance of cyber insurance in the face of rising digital vulnerabilities is discussed. Businesses are urged to not only secure cyber insurance policies but also train employees and implement strict internal measures to safeguard against cyber threats. Highlighting wider market trends, global property and casualty insurance premiums are projected to rise in tandem with the GDP, partly due to increasing natural catastrophe losses

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Thu, 11th Sep 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/09/10

In this week's insurance industry update, Paige Estritori discusses major topics including a global increase in property and casualty insurance premiums as per the Swiss Re Institute analysis. This surge is attributed to a rise in natural disaster losses and economic inflation with Australia's market value forecasted to reach 4.3 trillion USD by 2040. The Insurance Council of Australia's supportive role for New South Wales flood victims, aiding claim resolution, is also highlighted. A case in which

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Wed, 10th Sep 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/09/09

In this podcast, Paige Estritori from Financial Services Online presents the weekly insurance updates. The Insurance Council of Australia takes action to clarify claim processing for flood victims in New South Wales, hosting consultations to help expedite the settlement of 13,200 outstanding claims. There's discussion on a recent case where a motor insurance policyholder won against fraud allegations, emphasizing the need for fair assessments by insurance providers. NM Insurance secured a five-year

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Tue, 9th Sep 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/09/08

In this week's news, the Australian Financial Complaints Authority sides with a motor insurance policyholder in a fraud allegation case against Suncorp, underscoring the balance between vigilant fraud detection and fair treatment of policyholders. Meanwhile, NM Insurance forges a five-year agreement with capacity provider Zurich, reinforcing its market standing and promising stability and ongoing commitment to delivering niche insurance products. Finally, CFC Underwriting Limited launches a cyber

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Mon, 8th Sep 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/09/07

In the latest Weekly Insurance News Wrap, NM Insurance forges a five-year deal with Zurich to reinforce its growth plan and commitment to niche insurance products. This long-term agreement champions the preparedness to offer business stability, consistent support, and reliable claims handling. On the topic of cyber insurance, CFC Underwriting Limited introduced a free Cyber Masterclass for brokers to sharpen their understanding and skills in managing clients risks. Lastly, the Standing Committee on

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