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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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00:02:50

Sun, 24th Mar 2024

Insurance News Wrap ·

2024/03/23

In this week's Insurance News Wrap, CFC unveiled a revolutionary carbon delivery insurance, mitigating non-delivery risk in the carbon credit market, providing a potential game-changer for an industry projected to be worth $1 trillion by 2050. Netstrata is promoting transparency in the strata services sector by initiating a voluntary review with the New South Wales Fair Trading, reasserting their commitment to clear communication. The Australian Consumers Insurance Lobby has called for broad reform,

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00:03:21

Sat, 23rd Mar 2024

Insurance News Wrap ·

2024/03/22

In this episode of 'Weekly Insurance News Wrap', we discuss current issues in the Australian insurance sector. We begin with ACIL's campaign for transparency in strata practices after identifying 146 concerning cases; they're gathering public feedback via an online survey and the Strata Community Association is developing a best practice guide. Next, we explore the complex issue of standardizing disaster coverage terms; Assistant Secretary Robb Preston recommends broadening standard definitions to

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00:02:51

Fri, 22nd Mar 2024

Insurance News Wrap ·

2024/03/21

On this episode of Weekly Insurance News Wrap, Paige Estritori discusses key topics in the Australian insurance industry. Spotlight is on the strata sector, with the Australian Consumers Insurance Lobby identifying transparency issues; public feedback is invited through an online survey. The program also covers the complexities surrounding disaster insurance classifications, such as defining the term 'flood'. These intricacies warrant collaboration with the Insurance Council of Australia and others

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00:02:58

Thu, 21st Mar 2024

Insurance News Wrap ·

2024/03/20

In this episode of the Weekly Insurance News Wrap, we discuss Australia's current insurance issues, starting with the Treasury's recognition of the need for clearer definitions of disaster insurance coverage terms. Despite limited benefits, insurers are starting to standardize terms for maintenance and natural wear. The Insurance Council of Australia is coordinating the definition of 'fair wear'. The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) encourages the industry to shape its future,

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00:03:12

Wed, 20th Mar 2024

Insurance News Wrap ·

2024/03/19

This week's Weekly Insurance News Wrap presented by Paige Estritori features key insights from the insurance industry. APRAs Sean Carmody emphasizes the need for practical solutions to severe weather challenges and protection gaps. In New South Wales, the state government explores adjusting the emergency services funding model to potentially lower insurance costs. The House of Representatives Standing Committee on Economics is conducting an inquiry into the aftermath of the 2022 floods, calling for

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00:02:54

Tue, 19th Mar 2024

Insurance News Wrap ·

2024/03/18

This week's Insurance News Wrap with Paige Estritori brings you key developments from Australia's insurance sector. There's a significant focus on reforms in government policy and insurance practices, encapsulating critical cases that could shape future procedures. Notably, the NSW government looks to replace the Emergency Services Levy due to its role in growing insurance costs. The proposed alternative suggests using anonymized insurance data to ensure a fair system. The House of Representatives

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00:02:56

Mon, 18th Mar 2024

Insurance News Wrap ·

2024/03/17

The Weekly Insurance News Wrap discusses important insurance news in Australia. The New South Wales government has proposed major changes to the funding model for emergency services, intending to cease the current Emergency Services Levy (ESL). This move is to counter the rising cost of insurance while considering increasing climate change risks. The government is also investigating post-flood insurance practices, with the Standing Committee on Economics launching into targeted inquiries in

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00:02:53

Sun, 17th Mar 2024

Insurance News Wrap ·

2024/03/16

In this week's Australian insurance news, Financial Services Online reviews an initiative to amend New South Wales's Emergency Services Levy to combat rising insurance costs with a new data-driven approach. On a national level, the House of Representatives is investigating post-flood insurance practices from the 2022 floods. Public participation is open until July end, enabling citizens to contribute towards effective insurance policies. A significant court ruling in favour of a car owner in an

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00:03:02

Sat, 16th Mar 2024

Insurance News Wrap ·

2024/03/15

This week on Financial Services Online's 'Weekly Insurance News,' Paige Estritori details significant developments in the insurance sector. The New South Wales Government is calculating a restructure of emergency services funding in response to climate change-related costs, with input from public and anonymous insurance data. The House of Representatives Committee on Economics advances its inquiry into insurance post-2022 floods, inviting public submissions. There's mention of a recent dispute where

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00:02:53

Fri, 15th Mar 2024

Insurance News Wrap ·

2024/03/14

This episode of Insurance News Wrap provides critical updates on the Australian insurance industry, highlighting a landmark case of a vehicle owner succeeding against Suncorp in a disputed claim, with the Australian Financial Complaints Authority ruling the incident as theft. The episode also discusses the rising concern of cybercrime in the industry, encouraging innovation for cost-effective coverage amidst increasing concerns like climate change, economic fluctuations, and a spike in premiums

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00:03:24

Thu, 14th Mar 2024

Insurance News Wrap ·

2024/03/14

This week's Insurance News Wrap covers several notable Australian insurance cases and industry trends. A high-profile dispute resulted in Suncorp compensating an owner after his car was crashed by a drug-impaired family member who took the vehicle without consent. The Australian Financial Complaints Authority deemed the case as theft, leading to compensation for the owner, and an extra $2000 for poor communication from the insurer. Another case of drug impairment led to a rejected claim by Allianz

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Wed, 13th Mar 2024

Insurance News Wrap ·

2024/03/14

This week's financial podcast with Paige Estritori from Financial Services Online covers crucial happenings in the Australian insurance scene. Topping concerns for local insurers is cybersecurity risk, highlighting the evolving challenges of today's digital age. The episode also delves into the denied insurance claim by Allianz Australia for a driver tested positive for methamphetamine, backed by the Australian Financial Complaints Authority. Australia's recent environmental disasters like floods

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00:03:19

Tue, 12th Mar 2024

Insurance News Wrap ·

2024/03/11

This week's edition of the Insurance News Wrap investigates the complexities of the Australian insurance sector, with cybersecurity emerging as a top concern for local insurers according to a survey by PwC. The survey identified challenges such as reputation management, workforce deficiencies, technological advancements, and economic shifts. PwC emphasized the urgent need for insurers to offer affordable coverage while managing the increased frequency of climate-related events. The podcast also

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00:02:51

Mon, 11th Mar 2024

Insurance News Wrap ·

2024/03/10

In this episode, Paige Estritori from Financial Services Online summarizes significant industry news relevant to Australian insurance consumers for the week of March 11, 2024. The podcast covers a denied insurance claim due to drug influence, Mother Nature's significant impact on the insurance industry causing a total insured loss of $1.2 billion, and the current satisfaction rate of 87% of clients towards insurance brokers. It also addresses the modern challenges faced by insurers, including cyber

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00:02:35

Sun, 10th Mar 2024

Insurance News Wrap ·

2024/03/09

This week's update from Financial Services Online covers crucial happenings in the Australian insurance landscape. Top stories include the denial of a car insurance claim by Allianz Australia due to methamphetamine use, a stern reminder about substance impact on insurance validations. The Insurance Council reports $1.2 billion in weather-related losses due to recent floods and Cyclone Jasper, with 28% of the 90,000 claims already settled. However, the news isn't all grim. Insurance brokers note an

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00:03:25

Sat, 9th Mar 2024

Insurance News Wrap ·

2024/03/08

This podcast highlights key developments in Australia's insurance sector. Damages from Cycline Jasper and severe floods have caused insured losses to spike to $1.2 billion, according to the Insurance Council of Australia. Insurance brokers are thriving with an 87% client satisfaction rate, despite economic uncertainties and disaster threats. Clients demand transparency and full coverage insurance as significant service parameters. The podcast also addresses escalating cyber threats, climate change,

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00:02:53

Fri, 8th Mar 2024

Insurance News Wrap ·

2024/03/07

This episode of the Weekly Insurance News Wrap explores a week fraught with challenging developments and innovative solutions in the insurance industry. Amidst economic adversities, insurance brokers have proven invaluable, securing an 87% client satisfaction rate. Notably, 76% of businesses are seeking full coverage in these uncertain times leaving brokers as key advisers in navigating complex insurance issues. Meanwhile, Australian insurers face rising anxiety due to imminent cyber threats,

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00:02:38

Thu, 7th Mar 2024

Insurance News Wrap ·

2024/03/06

In this episode of Weekly Insurance News Wrap, Paige Estritori discusses key insights related to the Australian insurance industry. The show starts with highlighting how Australian insurers grapple with unpredictable risks including rising cyber threats, climate changes and regulatory shifts; and reveals their preparedness is now below the global average. The episode then sheds light on the financial vulnerability of Australian women, especially in disability situations. It refers to a Freshwater

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00:02:50

Wed, 6th Mar 2024

Insurance News Wrap ·

2024/03/05

In this week's Insurance News Wrap, we covered the 3% rise in private health insurance premiums due to start in April. Health Minister, Mark Butler, ensured this aligns with the previous year's wage increase, benefitting Australians with private coverage. We also highlighted advancements in cyber insurance. Emergence Insurance is offering free advisory services for smaller businesses and tailor-made cybersecurity policies. In legal news, ASIC's stance against Youpla Group for deceptive Indigenous

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00:03:02

Tue, 5th Mar 2024

Insurance News Wrap ·

2024/03/05

In this week's news from Financial Services Online, Emergence Insurance is boosting cyber security for businesses, offering free advisory services and waiving excess for businesses under $25 million revenue. ASIC's stance against funeral insurance provider, Youpla Group, endorsed by Full Federal Court of Australia for Indigenous ownership misrepresentation. In a win for customer rights, HDI Global Specialty was directed to pay $44,000. compensation for substandard repair work completed after a 2018

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