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Allianz Australia Penalised for Misleading Travel Insurance Information
Allianz Australia Penalised for Misleading Travel Insurance Information
07 Jan 2026: Paige Estritori
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of New South Wales has imposed fines totaling $16.8 million on Allianz Australia Insurance and its subsidiary, AWP Australia, for disseminating misleading information about their travel insurance products between 2016 and 2018. This decision underscores the critical importance of transparency and accuracy in the insurance sector. - read more
Allianz Partners Highlights Risks of Travelling Uninsured
Allianz Partners Highlights Risks of Travelling Uninsured
07 Jan 2026: Paige Estritori
Recent research conducted by the Insurance Council of Australia (ICA) and the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) has unveiled a concerning trend: approximately 14% of Australian travellers embark on international journeys without any form of travel insurance. This statistic has prompted Allianz Partners to urge Australians to reconsider the importance of securing adequate coverage before travelling abroad. - read more
Surge in Medical Claims Among Australian Travellers Highlights Importance of Comprehensive Insurance
Surge in Medical Claims Among Australian Travellers Highlights Importance of Comprehensive Insurance
07 Jan 2026: Paige Estritori
In 2024, medical incidents emerged as the leading cause of travel insurance claims among Australian travellers, accounting for more than 40% of all claims handled by nib Travel. This trend underscores the critical importance of securing comprehensive travel insurance to mitigate the financial risks associated with medical emergencies abroad. - read more
Australian Insurers Achieve Record Profits Amid Rising Premiums
Australian Insurers Achieve Record Profits Amid Rising Premiums
07 Jan 2026: Paige Estritori
In 2024, Australia's insurance industry reported an after-tax profit of $6.1 billion, a figure that is three times higher than the five-year average of $2 billion. This substantial increase is attributed to significant premium hikes and a relatively benign year for natural disasters. - read more
Rising Insurance Premiums in Northern Australia Challenge Homeowners
Rising Insurance Premiums in Northern Australia Challenge Homeowners
07 Jan 2026: Paige Estritori
Homeowners in Northern Australia are grappling with substantial increases in insurance premiums, despite the federal government's establishment of a cyclone reinsurance pool in 2022 aimed at reducing costs. This trend has raised concerns about the effectiveness of the initiative and the affordability of insurance in cyclone-prone regions. - read more
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The Rural Farmer’s Handbook to Affordable Farm Insurance
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