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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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Thu, 5th Mar 2026

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2026/03/04

This episode of Financial Services Online's Weekly Insurance News Wrap with Paige Estritori covers crucial industry updates from the week. Topics include the Strata Community Association of New South Wales' shift to a fee-for-service model, and division over commission removal within strata management. The podcast moves forward discussing potential impacts of a proposed fuel tax increase by the Productivity Commission on the Australian Trucking Association. The episode further highlights the

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Wed, 4th Mar 2026

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2026/03/03

In this week's Financial Services Online Insurance News Wrap, the Australian Trucking Association opposes the proposed phasing out of fuel tax credits, which may cause a significant rise in fuel taxes and increase prices for goods, affecting particularly small trucking companies and rural exporters. In another story, the catastrophes data provider PERILS reports a revised loss estimate of AU$2.95 billion for the November 2025 storms in Queensland and New South Wales, a rise of 11% from the original

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Tue, 3rd Mar 2026

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2026/03/02

On this week's Weekly Insurance News Wrap, the Australian Trucking Association expressed concerns over Productivity Commission's proposal to increase fuel taxes for trucks, cautioning it may elevate goods prices for consumers. Catastrophe data provider PERILS revised storm loss estimates in Queensland and New South Wales upwards, highlighting the importance of comprehensive insurance cover amid an uncertain climate future. 2025 data showed a 14% increase in financial complaints in Australia, with

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Mon, 2nd Mar 2026

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2026/03/01

In this episode of the Weekly Insurance News Wrap, Paige Estritori reports on the Australian Trucking Association's opposition to the proposed doubling of the truck fuel tax by the Productivity Commission. Such changes could significantly impact consumers, rural exporters, and small trucking firms. Meanwhile, a worrying weather update could affect the insurance industry with PERILS' adjusted insurance loss prediction following recent severe storms. There's also a record surge of financial complaints

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Sun, 1st Mar 2026

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2026/02/28

In this week's "Weekly Insurance News Wrap," Paige Estritori discusses key updates. Firstly, the Productivity Commissions proposal to double truck fuel tax is worriedly viewed by the Australian Trucking Association, fearing increased costs for consumers. Amidst rising living costs, this move urges a proactive stance from truck operators. The podcast also reports the increasing insurance loss estimate post November 2025 storms to AU$2.95 billion, advising truck operators to reassess insurance

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Sat, 28th Feb 2026

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2026/02/27

This podcast summary covers the weekly financial news from Australia for February 28, 2026. The Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) reports a record-breaking number of financial complaints at 111,373 in 2025, a 14% increase from 2024. Concerns focus on claim handling delays, superannuation issues, misleading product information, personal transaction accounts, and insurance types. A total of over 634,000 complaints were resolved since 2018, with $2.1bn in total compensation paid out. The

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Fri, 27th Feb 2026

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2026/02/26

In this podcast, Paige Estritori from Financial Services Online reviews insurance news impacting Australian consumers and businesses. A recent Federal Court case highlights a gap in insurance coverage for high-risk occupations, emphasizing the importance of regular coverage reviews and adviser consultation. Aussies are also facing considerable insurance premium increases, raising concerns over the industry's pricing models amid natural disasters, inflation, and supply chain issues. Amid these hikes,

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Thu, 26th Feb 2026

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2026/02/25

In this podcast, Paige Estritori discusses recent developments in the insurance industry, including a Federal Court of Australia ruling that underscores the need for comprehensive insurance in high-risk jobs. Recent surge in insurance premiums has impacted Australians, with hikes ranging between 30% to 50% due to factors like natural disasters, inflation, and supply chain disruptions. This along with opaque pricing models from insurance companies has strained trust in the industry. Particularly,

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Wed, 25th Feb 2026

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2026/02/24

This episode of "Weekly Insurance News Wrap" by Financial Services Online, hosted by Paige Estritori, covers significant news in Australia's insurance sector. Allianz Australia Insurance and its subsidiary, AWP Australia, face a $16.8 million penalty by the Supreme Court of New South Wales for providing misleading travel insurance information. Homeowners struggle with a 51% rise in insurance premiums over five years due to recurring natural disasters, increased claims, and inflation. The Insurance

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Tue, 24th Feb 2026

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2026/02/23

In this podcast, Paige Estritori of Financial Services Online provides an update on insurance news in Australia. In the annual State of the Strata Market report, CHU reveals modest growth in strata property premiums despite ongoing natural calamities, emphasizing the importance of proactive financial planning and regulatory compliance for strata property owners. In the 2026 Finder Product Awards, Allianz Australia's comprehensive and customer-focused policy won in the Home Insurance category. The

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Mon, 23rd Feb 2026

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2026/02/22

In this episode of the Weekly Insurance News Wrap, Paige Estritori discusses key updates in the Australian insurance industry. Significant increases in private health insurance premiums, potentially affecting over 15 million Australians due to rising medical costs, were highlighted. Issues regarding premium hikes and demands for transparency among insurers were also outlined. The podcast further explored the growing demand in the construction industry for latent defects insurance as New South Wales

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Sun, 22nd Feb 2026

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2026/02/21

In this week's Financial Services Online podcast, Paige Estritori discusses notable developments in the Australian insurance industry. Beginning with the 4.41% rise in private health insurance premiums from April 1, 2026, concerns of insufficient funding for patient care and increasing cost of medical and hospital services are highlighted. Australia's insurance companies face criticism for their steep premium rises and lack of clarity in prices. The construction industry's increased attention to

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Sat, 21st Feb 2026

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2026/02/20

In this episode of the Weekly Insurance News Wrap, we cover recent developments in Australia's insurance industry. Insuregroup, an insurance brokerage for the transport and logistics sector, celebrates handling over 10,000 truck insurance policies, highlighting the importance of tailored coverage. AustralianSuper, one of the primary superannuation funds, will adjust its default income protection insurance to $1,000 monthly, starting 28th February, to avoid over-insurance. The Council of Australian

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Fri, 20th Feb 2026

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2026/02/19

In this week's insurance news wrap, Paige Estritori discusses rising mental health related claims in Australias income protection insurance sector, noting 20% of payouts in 2024 were directed here. Insurers like TAL are promoting preventative health programs in response. Insurance Australia Group (IAG) highlights the rising costs of home insurance due to climate change, advocating for climate-adaptive infrastructure planning and consistent natural hazard guidelines. A tech development is the use of

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Thu, 19th Feb 2026

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2026/02/18

This episode of the "Weekly Insurance News Wrap" with Paige Estritori discusses the surge in insurance risks Australian businesses face due to social inflation, technological changes, supply chain disruptions, and natural disasters, necessitating robust cybersecurity and insurance. The uptick in farm fatalities emphasizes the need for safety and insurance in farming communities. Increasing freight volumes have boosted the demand for specialized truck insurance, showcasing Insuregroup's significant

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Wed, 18th Feb 2026

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2026/02/17

In this week's Financial Services Online digest with host Paige Estritori, key developments in Australia's insurance industry are discussed. Insuregroup reports a 25% growth in transport sector insurance policies, emphasizing the correlation between increasing freight volumes and the importance of comprehensive insurance. Budget Direct made an impressive performance at the Finder Provider of the Year Awards, clinching multiple titles, including 'Insurer of the Year', and garnering praise for their

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Tue, 17th Feb 2026

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2026/02/16

The podcast, 'Weekly Insurance News Wrap' from Financial Services Online provides contemporary updates in the Australian financial sector. The episode highlights Insurance Australia Group's (IAG) financial results, showing a 4.3% rise in gross written premiums and a significant boost in net profit. The companys future plans involve strategic acquisitions and investments in digital and sustainability spaces for continued growth. The podcast also highlights predicted insurance premium hikes due to

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Mon, 16th Feb 2026

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2026/02/15

In this episode of the Weekly Insurance News Wrap, we discuss the success of Insurance Australia Group (IAG) whose gross written premiums rose by 4.3% to $17.1 billion in 2025. Their shareholders have been rewarded with a 31.0 cents per share dividend, a notable increase of 14.8%. The company forecasts a 10% growth in gross written premiums for the next fiscal year. IAG CEO, Nick Hawkins, has warned of slow-rising insurance premiums due to inflation, increased reinsurance costs, and climate change

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Sun, 15th Feb 2026

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2026/02/14

This update from Financial Services Online brings notable events in the Australian insurance industry, headlined by Janelle Greene's formative appointment as CEO of National Transport Insurance (NTI), succeeding Tony Clark. She has notable experience and is expected to efficiently lead NTI. Another highlight includes the Australian Financial Complaints Authority directive to insurer, AIA to pay a total and permanent disability payout to an injured truck driver, stressing on the need for precise

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Sat, 14th Feb 2026

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2026/02/13

This weeks edition of the Weekly Insurance News Wrap reveals major industry updates in Australia's insurance sector. National Transport Insurance welcomes a new CEO, Janelle Greene, who will succeed Tony Clark from July 1. In other news, a decade-long dispute concludes in favor of an injured trucker as the Australian Financial Complaints Authority directs AIA insurer to pay the Total Permanent Disability benefit. The transport sector is set to see significant safety changes with the National Heavy

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