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The Importance of Regular Insurance Policy Reviews for Home Services Business Operators
The Importance of Regular Insurance Policy Reviews for Home Services Business Operators
The home services industry in Australia is vast and encompasses a wide range of services, from plumbing and electrical work to cleaning and landscaping. As this sector continues to grow, it presents unique challenges and risks for those running home service businesses. - read more
Public Liability Insurance for Home and Domestic Services: What You Should Know
Public Liability Insurance for Home and Domestic Services: What You Should Know
Public liability insurance plays a crucial role for any business operating within the home and domestic services sector in Australia. This type of insurance is designed to cover you in instances where your business activities have caused property damage or personal injury to a third party. Given the nature of home services, where professionals enter clients' homes and interact directly with them and their property, it becomes even more critical. - read more
The Role of Professional Indemnity Insurance in a Home Services Business
The Role of Professional Indemnity Insurance in a Home Services Business
Professional indemnity insurance is a key consideration for anyone involved in providing services or advice. This type of insurance is designed to protect professionals from claims made against them for negligence, errors, or omissions in the course of their work. - read more
Identifying Common Risks in the Home Service Industry and How to Mitigate Them
Identifying Common Risks in the Home Service Industry and How to Mitigate Them
The domestic service industry in Australia has been growing steadily, with an increasing number of businesses offering services ranging from plumbing and electrical work to cleaning and landscaping. This diverse sector provides essential support to households across the nation, contributing significantly to the economy. - read more

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Insurance News

Suncorp's Strategic Reinsurance Move to Bolster Financial Stability
Suncorp's Strategic Reinsurance Move to Bolster Financial Stability
06 May 2026: Paige Estritori
Suncorp has recently finalised a substantial reinsurance agreement valued at AU$2.4 billion, spanning five years. This strategic move is designed to cap natural hazard costs in approximately 90% of scenarios, thereby enhancing the company's financial resilience. - read more
IAG's Steadfast Profit Targets Amidst Acquisition Challenges
IAG's Steadfast Profit Targets Amidst Acquisition Challenges
06 May 2026: Paige Estritori
Insurance Australia Group (IAG) has reported a net profit after tax of AU$505 million for the first half of the 2026 financial year, a decrease from AU$778 million in the same period of 2025. This decline is primarily attributed to the AU$174 million impact from severe weather events immediately following the acquisition of RACQ Insurance (RACQI), which occurred before the business was integrated into IAG's comprehensive reinsurance program in January 2026. - read more
ACCC's In-Depth Review of IAG's Proposed RAC Insurance Acquisition
ACCC's In-Depth Review of IAG's Proposed RAC Insurance Acquisition
06 May 2026: Paige Estritori
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has escalated its scrutiny of Insurance Australia Group's (IAG) proposed acquisition of RAC Insurance, announcing a Phase 2 review to assess potential competition concerns within Western Australia's insurance market. - read more
Understanding the Surge in Australian Insurance Premiums
Understanding the Surge in Australian Insurance Premiums
28 Apr 2026: Paige Estritori
In recent years, Australian insurance premiums have experienced a notable increase, driven primarily by escalating claims costs and the frequency of natural disasters. This trend has significant implications for homeowners and businesses across the country. - read more
Surge in Insurance Complaints in Australia Due to Claim Processing Delays
Surge in Insurance Complaints in Australia Due to Claim Processing Delays
28 Apr 2026: Paige Estritori
Australia's insurance industry is currently grappling with an unprecedented surge in consumer complaints, primarily stemming from significant delays in processing claims. This trend has raised concerns about the efficiency and responsiveness of insurers in meeting policyholders' needs. - read more

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