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What Rising Insurance Disputes Mean for Income Protection Customers
What Rising Insurance Disputes Mean for Income Protection Customers
29 Oct 2026: Paige Estritori
New Zealand’s latest insurance dispute figures are a timely warning for anyone relying on personal cover to protect their household income. The Insurance & Financial Services Ombudsman Scheme reported that, for the year ended 30 June 2026, health insurance became the largest category of disputes it investigated for the first time, with health disputes up 91 percent and 833 dispute investigations completed across all categories. - read more
Why Falling Insurance Rates May Not Flow Evenly to Truck Operators
Why Falling Insurance Rates May Not Flow Evenly to Truck Operators
29 Oct 2026: Paige Estritori
Fresh commercial insurance market data is giving Australian businesses a more favourable pricing backdrop, but truck owners should be cautious about assuming broad rate falls will automatically reduce heavy vehicle premiums. Marsh’s Q3 2026 Global Insurance Market Index, released on 21 October 2026, reported a 12 per cent fall in Pacific commercial insurance rates for the quarter, led by property and supported by strong insurer competition and available capacity. - read more
Why Data Centre Work Is a Different Risk for Tradies
Why Data Centre Work Is a Different Risk for Tradies
29 Oct 2026: Paige Estritori
Australia’s fast-growing data centre construction market is opening opportunities for electrical, HVAC, fire protection, cabling, fit-out and commissioning trades, but recent insurance industry discussion suggests the risk settings are not always keeping pace with the work. At a recent Australasian Professional Indemnity Group conference, specialists warned that data centre projects can involve unusual contractual, professional and technology-related exposures, especially where contractors rely on annual insurance programs designed for more conventional building work. - read more
Why Mental Health Cover Is Back in the Income Protection Spotlight
Why Mental Health Cover Is Back in the Income Protection Spotlight
29 Oct 2026: Paige Estritori
Australia’s life insurance industry has moved mental health cover back to the centre of the affordability debate, after the Council of Australian Life Insurers released its response on 30 September 2026 to the independent review of the Life Insurance Code of Practice. For workers who rely on income protection insurance, the issue is practical: mental health conditions can affect earning capacity just as seriously as physical illness, but changes designed to keep premiums manageable may also alter what is covered. - read more
Crash Data Shows Where Truck Risk Is Shifting
Crash Data Shows Where Truck Risk Is Shifting
29 Oct 2026: Paige Estritori
The 2026 National Truck Accident Research Centre major incident report gives Australian truck operators a useful, if challenging, snapshot of where serious heavy vehicle risk is changing. Released in October 2026 and based on de-identified NTI-insured heavy vehicle major-loss claims, the report points to progress on distraction and fatigue, while also highlighting renewed concern about inappropriate speed and following distance. - read more
New single-project option signals more movement in construction insurance
New single-project option signals more movement in construction insurance
29 Oct 2026: Paige Estritori
A new single-project construction insurance product has entered the Australian market, adding to signs that capacity is improving for selected residential and commercial building risks. Hutch Underwriting announced the launch in late September 2026, alongside higher limits for its annual construction product, giving brokers another placement option for standalone builds and recurring construction programs. - read more
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Farm Insurance Articles

What Can Farm Insurance Cover in New Zealand?
What Can Farm Insurance Cover in New Zealand?
Farm insurance in New Zealand can combine cover for buildings, machinery, vehicles, livestock, crops, liability, income disruption and other rural risks, depending on the policy and farm operation. - read more
Natural Disaster Preparedness: Insurance Tips for Farmers Facing Adversity
Natural Disaster Preparedness: Insurance Tips for Farmers Facing Adversity
In the heart of New Zealand's pastoral verdure, the significance of preparedness for natural disasters is paramount for the farming industry. The distinct landscape, while providing an idyllic backdrop for agricultural pursuits, is not without its challenges. Farmers are often at the mercy of nature's unpredictability, making disaster preparedness not just prudent but essential for the continuity of their livelihood. - read more
Customizing Your Farm Insurance: Tailoring Policies to Fit Unique Agricultural Needs
Customizing Your Farm Insurance: Tailoring Policies to Fit Unique Agricultural Needs
Those who work the land know that every farm has its own heartbeat - its unique rhythm defined by the crops it yields, the livestock it nurtures, and the natural environment it exists within. Recognizing this individuality is crucial, especially when it comes to safeguarding your agricultural investment with the right insurance policy. - read more
Securing Your Farm's Future: Top Estate Planning Tips for New Zealand Farmers
Securing Your Farm's Future: Top Estate Planning Tips for New Zealand Farmers
New Zealand's farming community forms the backbone of its thriving agricultural sector, yet many overlook the critical importance of proactive estate planning. With farmland often being held within families for generations, securing its future is not just a financial concern, but a deeply personal one as well. - read more
Farm Liability Insurance in New Zealand: Key Risks to Understand
Farm Liability Insurance in New Zealand: Key Risks to Understand
Farm liability insurance can help New Zealand farmers manage claims from people outside the business, such as visitors, neighbours, customers, contractors or road users. This guide explains common liability risks and how this cover fits alongside broader farm insurance. - read more
What Affects the Cost of Farm Insurance in New Zealand?
What Affects the Cost of Farm Insurance in New Zealand?
Farm insurance premiums in New Zealand can vary widely because each farm has different assets, activities, exposures and cover choices. This guide explains the main factors that may influence the cost of a rural insurance quote. - read more

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