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Why Pre-Existing Medical Conditions Need Extra Attention Before You Travel
Why Pre-Existing Medical Conditions Need Extra Attention Before You Travel
28 Jun 2026: Paige Estritori
Australian travellers with pre-existing medical conditions have been given a timely reminder to look beyond price when arranging travel insurance, with recently updated consumer guidance placing renewed emphasis on disclosure, medical assessments and policy wording. - read more
What Delta’s Digital Insurance Move Means for Real Estate Agencies
What Delta’s Digital Insurance Move Means for Real Estate Agencies
28 Jun 2026: Paige Estritori
Delta Insurance’s move onto Ebix Australia’s Sunrise Exchange is a useful signal for real estate agencies watching how business insurance is being distributed. The underwriting agency has made its cyber and management liability products available through the platform for the first time, using Entsia technology and an accelerated accreditation pathway. Further products are expected to follow, which points to continuing momentum behind digital placement for financial lines cover. - read more
What a Failed Fridge Claim Means for Restaurant Insurance
What a Failed Fridge Claim Means for Restaurant Insurance
28 Jun 2026: Paige Estritori
A recent insurance dispute involving a faulty vaccine fridge has a useful warning for Australian restaurant and café owners: a broken fridge is not always enough to secure a payout. In the case, reported on 26 June 2026, a business policyholder argued that a refrigeration unit had moved outside the required temperature range and could not be restored through resets. The owner believed an internal control component had failed and sought cover under an equipment failure section of the policy. - read more
Vero’s No-Commission Strata Launch Adds Fresh Pressure to a Changing Market
Vero’s No-Commission Strata Launch Adds Fresh Pressure to a Changing Market
28 Jun 2026: Paige Estritori
Vero has entered the residential strata market with a nil-commission product aimed at addressing some of the placement challenges facing owners corporations, particularly in higher-risk regions. The product will initially be available through intermediaries in Far North Queensland and Darwin, with a broader national rollout planned in stages. - read more
Tool Theft Claim Falls Short After Portable Items Limit Applied
Tool Theft Claim Falls Short After Portable Items Limit Applied
28 Jun 2026: Paige Estritori
A recent Australian Financial Complaints Authority decision is a timely reminder for tradies that the words in a policy schedule can matter just as much as the headline sum insured. The dispute involved a business that had tools and a trailer stolen from a worksite, then challenged the insurer’s payout after receiving far less than it believed the policy should provide. - read more
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The Single Parent’s Guide to Securing Your Child’s Financial Future
The Single Parent’s Guide to Securing Your Child’s Financial Future
Single parenting brings with it a mosaic of responsibilities and challenges, not least of which is securing a stable financial future for your child. The rollercoaster of raising a child alone often means that planning for the future can take a back seat to the day-to-day demands of parenting. Unexpected illnesses and injuries can compound these challenges, causing stress to multiply and plans to go awry. - read more
Life Insurance Essentials: Protecting Your Growing Aussie Family
Life Insurance Essentials: Protecting Your Growing Aussie Family
Life insurance remains one of the most crucial considerations for new parents aspiring to provide a secure future for their growing families. The arrival of a child marks a transformative moment, redefining priorities and responsibilities. At its core, life insurance is a safety net, designed to offer financial protection and stability to loved ones in the event of an unforeseen tragedy. - read more
How Much Life Insurance Do You Truly Need? Assessing Your Personal Coverage
How Much Life Insurance Do You Truly Need? Assessing Your Personal Coverage
There's often confusion surrounding the amount of life insurance one truly needs. Common misconceptions cloud our judgment, leading some to undervalue their coverage, while others may overinsure, unnecessarily straining their financial resources. It is a delicate balance to strike, and understanding the nuances of life insurance is pivotal to making informed decisions. - read more
Understanding Your Insurance Needs at Every Life Stage
Understanding Your Insurance Needs at Every Life Stage
Navigating the complex world of insurance can often feel daunting, but understanding the importance of life stage consideration when choosing life insurance is essential. As we journey through the various chapters of our lives, our financial responsibilities, dependents, and personal circumstances evolve. These changes invariably have significant implications for our insurance needs. - 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

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