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Insurance News to Host Third Annual Conference in Sydney

Event to Focus on Market Trends and Industry Challenges

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Insurance News has announced its third annual conference, scheduled to take place in Sydney on March 19, 2026.
This full-day event aims to provide attendees with comprehensive insights into current market trends, industry pressures, and emerging opportunities within the insurance sector.

The conference will feature findings from market research compiled in partnership with Finity, offering exclusive insights into market dynamics and their implications for pricing, capacity, and appetite. Attendees will receive the Insurance News/Finity market outlook report, packed with valuable information to navigate the evolving insurance landscape.

Expert speakers and panelists will examine key issues affecting the insurance industry, with session topics including global perspectives on growth, smarter cyber decisions, wellbeing in the workplace, the future of broking, and the evolution of claims. The event will conclude with a CEO panel exploring the year ahead, followed by networking drinks.

Confirmed speakers include Shaun Standfield, Managing Director of Insurance Advisernet; Nick Cook, Executive General Manager at Steadfast; Kevan Johnston, CEO of Aon Australia; Meg Long, CEO of McLardy McShane Partners; Kira Pellicano, Head of Commercial Claims at Vero; Adam Squire, Head of Claims at Lockton Pacific; Georgia McKelvey, Executive at Claims Gateway; and Finity principals Susie Amos and Pravesh Ponna.

The conference will be held at Doltone House Darling Island in Pyrmont. Attendees are entitled to eight ANZIIF CIP points and six NIBA CPD points. Early bird tickets are available, offering a discounted rate for those who register in advance.

For beauticians and small business owners in the beauty industry, this conference presents an opportunity to gain valuable insights into the insurance market, understand emerging risks, and explore strategies to protect their businesses effectively. Staying informed about industry developments and networking with insurance professionals can aid in making informed decisions regarding insurance coverage and risk management.

Published:Thursday, 19th Feb 2026
Source: Paige Estritori

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