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Consumer Credit Insurance Decision: AFCA Rules Against Refund Request
Consumer Credit Insurance Decision: AFCA Rules Against Refund Request
04 Nov 2025: Paige Estritori
An Australian man seeking a refund on his paid premium for consumer credit insurance (CCI) has been denied by the Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA). The man argued the insurance was mis-sold to him, claiming he was led to believe the coverage was essential when he acquired it with his credit card in 2015. - read more
Qantas Travel Insurance Honoured with Mozo Experts Choice Award 2024
Qantas Travel Insurance Honoured with Mozo Experts Choice Award 2024
04 Nov 2025: Paige Estritori
Qantas Travel Insurance has been recognised in the 2024 Mozo Experts Choice Awards for Travel Insurance, showcasing its exceptional value for their Annual Multi Trip Travel Insurance policy. - read more
SCTI Highlights Top 10 Costliest Travel Insurance Claims of 2024
SCTI Highlights Top 10 Costliest Travel Insurance Claims of 2024
04 Nov 2025: Paige Estritori
Southern Cross Travel Insurance (SCTI) has unveiled its top 10 most expensive international travel claims made by Australian travellers in 2024, shedding light on the significant financial risks associated with unforeseen incidents abroad. - read more
Significant Rise in Home Insurance Premiums Poses Challenges for Australian Homeowners and Lenders
Significant Rise in Home Insurance Premiums Poses Challenges for Australian Homeowners and Lenders
04 Nov 2025: Paige Estritori
Recent reports indicate that Australian home and contents insurance premiums have surged by up to 65% over the past five years. This substantial increase is outpacing both general consumer inflation and wage growth, leading to significant financial strain for homeowners and potential risks for mortgage lenders. - read more
Insurance Council Advocates for Strata Law Reforms to Mitigate Rising Premiums and Building Defects
Insurance Council Advocates for Strata Law Reforms to Mitigate Rising Premiums and Building Defects
04 Nov 2025: Paige Estritori
The Insurance Council of Australia (ICA) has called for urgent reforms to strata laws in response to escalating insurance premiums and the financial burden of building defects, which are costing residential apartment owners approximately $1.3 billion annually. - read more

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Life Insurance Articles

Unexpected Illness & Injury: Navigating Financial Security for Your Family
Unexpected Illness & Injury: Navigating Financial Security for Your Family
Life is an unpredictable journey filled with twists and turns that can challenge even the most prepared among us. Sudden illnesses and unexpected injuries are just some of the uncertainties that can disrupt the harmony of family life. The emotional turmoil brought on by these circumstances is often compounded by the financial strain they can cause. It's during these trying times that the true value of peace of mind becomes clear. - read more
How Much Life Insurance Does Your Family Actually Need?
How Much Life Insurance Does Your Family Actually Need?
Financial security for families is an essential consideration in any household. Life can be unpredictable, and ensuring that your loved ones are protected from financial hardship in your absence is a critical part of financial planning. - read more
The Impact of Health and Medical History on Insurance Premiums
The Impact of Health and Medical History on Insurance Premiums
Life insurance is a critical component of a sound financial plan. It provides financial security and peace of mind to you and your loved ones, ensuring that they are taken care of in the event of your untimely death. - read more
Understanding Life Insurance: Coverage Types to Protect Your Loved Ones
Understanding Life Insurance: Coverage Types to Protect Your Loved Ones
The importance of life insurance in financial planning: Life insurance isn’t just a policy; it’s a cornerstone of comprehensive financial planning. By protecting your family’s financial future, life insurance offers peace of mind, knowing that your loved ones will be taken care of in the event of your untimely passing. It’s not solely about leaving behind a legacy, but also ensuring that your family can maintain their standard of living, pay off debts, and cover end-of-life expenses without financial burden. - read more
Life Insurance for Entrepreneurs: Protecting Your Business and Family
Life Insurance for Entrepreneurs: Protecting Your Business and Family
Life insurance is a financial product designed to provide a safety net for your loved ones and business in the event of your passing. At its core, life insurance aims to deliver financial protection by paying out a lump sum or ongoing payments to a designated beneficiary upon the insured's death. - read more


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Insurance Policy:
Broadly, the entire written contract of insurance. More narrowly, the basic written or printed document, as distinguished from the forms and endorsements added thereto.