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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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Mon, 18th Aug 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/08/17

This podcast summary from Financial Services Online discusses key recent insurance developments in Australia. Highlights include the Insurance Council of Australia's (ICA) backing of the proposed Resilient Homes Initiative in Victoria for improved flood modelling and risk management. Legal news outlines rulings from the Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA), including a broker payout of $296,951 due to an incomplete policy application and an inadequate property assessment. There's also

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Sun, 17th Aug 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/08/16

In this episode of the Weekly Insurance News Wrap, Paige Estritori covers major cases from the Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) that highlight the importance of insurance brokers' diligence and the growing reliance on technology in insurance claims. Notably, a broker was ordered to pay nearly $300,000 for uninsured fire losses due to negligence, while advanced in-car technology foiled a false single collision claim. The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) is

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Sat, 16th Aug 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/08/15

This week's insurance roundup covers a range of pertinent issues, starting with a notable decision by the Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) to order a broker of the Community Broker Network to compensate a client $300,000 for uninsured fire losses due to negligent assured risk assessment. We also discuss a claim dismissed by AFCA and Hollard Insurance due to ambiguous event reporting. Then, we delve into the Australian Securities and Investments Commission's concerns about

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Fri, 15th Aug 2025

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2025/08/14

This week's Insurance News Wrap by Financial Services Online features Hollard Insurance's refusal of a woman's claim due to contradictory evidence from digital in-car technology, highlighting the importance of honesty in claims. The Australian Securities and Investments Commission directs its attention towards the transparency of Professional Indemnity Insurance, following key issues identified in their market review. Despite HDI Global's initial refusal, an Australian traveller managed to win a

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Thu, 14th Aug 2025

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2025/08/13

This week in Australian insurance, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) expresses concerns about transparency issues within professional indemnity insurance for Australian Financial Services Licenceholders. Due to inadequate coverage clarity and slow claims settlement procedures, ASIC plans to promote regulatory measures like the forthcoming updated Financial Advisers Register. In travel insurance news, a recent ruling requiring HDI Global to cover unexpected costs for a

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Wed, 13th Aug 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/08/12

On this episode of the Weekly Insurance News Wrap, we discuss pressing issues in Australia's financial services. The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) signals plans for action due to concerns over the lack of transparency of professional indemnity insurance. An individual wins a dispute against HDI Global over an unforeseen medical expense that occurred during overseas travel, stressing the importance of transparent travel insurance. The Australian life insurance sector is set

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Tue, 12th Aug 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/08/11

In this week's Financial Services Online Weekly Insurance News Wrap, Paige Estritori discusses several key issues. A landmark ruling saw travel insurer HDI Global repaying a client's medical-treatment related accommodation costs following intervention from Australian Financial Complaints Authority. In the life insurance sector, a digital Personal Medical Attendant Report by Acenda promises to tackle underinsurance, streamline eligibility checks, and offer improved data security. Furthermore, a $34

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Mon, 11th Aug 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/08/10

In this week's roundup, we cover a major update from the Victorian courts where Suncorp settled a class action costing $34m on misconstrued add-on insurance products. They plan to provide victims with monetary relief in the following year. Meanwhile, research from Victoria University suggests that the abolishment of insurance and stamp duties in Australia could lead to higher insurance uptake and increased economic productivity. In business news, the Australian Financial Complaints Authority issued

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Sun, 10th Aug 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/08/09

In this podcast, Paige Estritori from Financial Services Online discusses the Weekly Insurance News Wrap for August 10, 2025. The episode covers a $34 million settlement by Suncorp in a class-action lawsuit concerning their add-on insurance products, and the impact of such cases on their financial status. It further delves into a recent study by Victoria University suggesting the inefficiency of insurance and stamp duties, favoring more efficient taxes. The program also highlights a dispute over

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Sat, 9th Aug 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/08/08

In this week's podcast, Paige Estritori discusses key developments in Australia's financial services sector. Topics include a $34 million settlement concerning add-on insurance products involving Suncorp, and an important study from Victoria University on insurance and stamp duties indicating a significant economic loss. The Australian Financial Complaints Authority sided with a business in a machinery damage case against QBE, prompting insurers to rethink their claim assessment methodologies

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Fri, 8th Aug 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/08/07

On the Weekly Insurance News Wrap, Paige Estritori discusses key updates from Australia's insurance sector. Victoria University's recent study challenges current insurance and stamp duty taxes, suggesting more economically viable alternatives like GST or personal income tax, which may lead to higher insurance rates and increased economic productivity. The Australian Financial Complaints Authority ruled in favor of a business in an insurance dispute with QBE, potentially setting a precedent for

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Thu, 7th Aug 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/08/06

In this episode of the Weekly Insurance News Wrap, we discuss a landmark machinery damage lawsuit between a policyholder and QBE, where the Australian Financial Complaints Authority ruled in favor of the policyholder. We then head to Brisbane, where IVAA Claims' fraud detection tool earns top honors in the Beyond the Buzzwords pitch competition. We also delve into the alarming shortage of affordable life insurance advice among young Australians, according to a study by the Council of Australian Life

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Wed, 6th Aug 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/08/05

In this week's Financial Services Online podcast, Paige Estritori reports on the industry's latest news. Key highlights include the success of Brisbane-based firm, IVAA Claims, in preventing $2 million in fraudulent claims with their innovative fraud detection tool. Concerns are raised over the lack of affordable life insurance advice accessible to young Australians, with only 11% of 18-to-34-year-olds obtaining formal financial advice. CALI CEO Christine Cupitt advocates for immediate action

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Tue, 5th Aug 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/08/04

In this episode, Paige Estritori covers the latest Australian insurance sector news. The Council of Australian Life Insurers (CALI) highlights the need for reforms to close the financial advice gap for young Australians and a possible introduction of a new advisor class by the Federal Government. A digital revolution is touching life insurers with innovative solutions like EQ Pathology's HealthIQ that speed up policy approvals. CALI also announces a review of the Life Insurance Code of Practice for

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Mon, 4th Aug 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/08/03

In this Weekly Insurance News Wrap, we start with a notice on the Council of Australian Life Insurers (CALI) commencing a thorough, year-long review of the Life Insurance Code of Practice. Led by former ASIC and ACCC deputy chair, Peter Kell, the review will highlight systemic issues including claim handling for mental health and claim process appropriateness. We then wade through a ground shaking AU Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) decision that sided with PetSure, limiting a pet owners

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Sun, 3rd Aug 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/08/02

This week's Insurance News Wrap highlights significant upcoming changes in the Australian life insurance industry. Peter Kell will lead a review of the Life Insurance Code of Practice, looking to enhance consumer outcomes in aspects like mental health claim handling. Meanwhile, a dispute resolution clarified policy understanding in a case between PetSure and the Financial Complaints Authority. In the midst of stagnant growth, Australia's retail life insurance sector remains optimistic, tapping into

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Sat, 2nd Aug 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/08/01

This Australian Financial Services podcast, hosted by Paige Estritori, presents critical industry news and updates. A major highlight is Peter Kell's impending review of the Life Insurance Code of Practice, focusing on mental health claims handling, claim process appropriateness, and code enforceability, with findings due by June next year. The pet insurance sub-sector also undergoes examination as the AFCA backs PetSure in a pet injury dispute, underlining the importance of understanding policy

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Fri, 1st Aug 2025

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2025/07/31

In this week's insurance news, Financial Services Online discusses a pet insurance case that underlines the importance of understanding policy fine print. A dog owner's claim was limited to a capped payout for a ligament injury, leading to calls for insurers to provide clearer policy documentation. The podcast also analyzes the retail life insurance sector under pressure, despite a $9.4 billion annual premium. Instead of growth from new business, increases have mainly come from price hikes,

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Thu, 31st Jul 2025

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2025/07/30

This week on Financial Services Online, Paige Estritori covers significant events in Australian insurance industry. Retail life insurance sector, responsible for underwriting $9.4 billion in annual premiums, struggles with increasing prices and minimal new business growth. However, rising incomes open up chances for expanding into new markets. The New South Wales government faces financial strain due to stalled workers' compensation reform, particularly on workplace mental injury laws. Elsewhere,

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Wed, 30th Jul 2025

Insurance News Wrap ·

2025/07/29

This episode of 'Weekly Insurance News Wrap' highlights key issues across the Australian insurance industry. Topics include the New South Wales government pushing for workplace mental injury law reforms, potentially saving $6 million a day in compensation costs. However, critics argue the reforms could disqualify workers suffering from mental health issues from benefits. In other news, the Australian Financial Complaints Authority ruled against a travel insurance claimant seeking compensation for a

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