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Jun 04
ASIC Investigates Private Lending Sector Amid Rapid Expansion
Jun 04
ASIC Halts City Finance Lending's Small Amount Credit Contracts
Jun 04
Cigno Australia and BSF Solutions Penalised $7 Million for Unlawful Lending Practices
Jun 04
Cigno Australia and BSF Solutions Penalised for Unlawful Payday Lending Practices
Jun 04
Macquarie Bank Achieves 28% Growth in Mortgage Portfolio Through Broker Partnerships
Jun 04
Understanding APRA's Debt-to-Income Cap and Its Effect on Home Loan Approvals
Jun 04
RBA Holds Cash Rate at 4.35%: Implications for Caravan Financing
Jun 04
2026 Caravan Industry National Conference Breaks Attendance Records
Jun 04
Electric Vehicle Financing Defies Market Trends with 48% Growth
Jun 04
Understanding the Impact of RBA's Rate Hikes on Your Borrowing Power
Jun 04
Electric Vehicles Capture 20% of Australian New Car Market in May 2026
Jun 04
2026 Subaru Solterra: More Range, Power, and Affordability
Jun 04
Government Announces Reduction in EV Tax Incentives from 2027
Jun 04
Whittley Marine Unveils CR 3100 OB at Sanctuary Cove 2026
Jun 04
DCH Marine Unveils Luxury Yacht Line-Up at Sanctuary Cove 2026
Jun 04
Eyachts Unveils Exciting Line-Up at Sanctuary Cove 2026
Jun 04
Westpac Penalised $26 Million for Hardship Application Failures
Jun 04
ASIC Cancels Licences of Global Pacific Solutions Group and Eden Asset Management
Jun 04
AUSTRAC Orders External Audit of Bankstown District Sports Club's AML Controls
Jun 04
Addressing Human Factors in Rising Australian Truck Insurance Claims
Jun 04
Surge in Electric Vehicle Financing as Australians Seek Relief from Fuel Costs
Jun 04
Chinese Car Brands Intensify EOFY Sales with Attractive Incentives
Jun 03
ATSB Releases Preliminary Findings on RSV Nuyina Grounding
Jun 03
WA Government Approves Cockatoo Island Aviation and Marine Hub
Jun 03
Stability in Australia's Motorcycle Market Amid Economic Pressures
Jun 03
Hostplus and MetLife Extend Partnership to Strengthen Member Insurance Offerings
Jun 03
Nautilus Marine Insurance Celebrates 21 Years with New Brand Identity and Team Expansion
Jun 03
Zurich Introduces AI-Powered Cyber Insurance Solution for Australian Businesses
Jun 03
Government Unveils Major NDIS Reforms Targeting Over $36 Billion in Savings
Jun 03
New TPD Insurance Products Aim to Improve Affordability and Sustainability
Jun 03
EML Report Projects Significant Rise in Superannuation Income Protection Claims
Jun 03
Cbus Super Fined for Delays in Death and Disability Insurance Claims Processing
Jun 03
APRA's New Capital Framework to Boost Retirement Income Products
Jun 03
APRA and ASIC Highlight Urgent Need for TPD Insurance Reforms
Jun 03
Surge in TPD and Disability Claims Fuels Life Insurance Disputes
Jun 03
Ongoing Challenges in Life Insurance Service Standards
Jun 03
NEOS Unveils Futura Protection to Streamline Life Insurance
Jun 03
Significant Increases in Super Insurance Premiums Announced
Jun 03
Regulators Call for Action on TPD Insurance Sustainability
Jun 03
Surge in Disputes Over TPD and Disability Insurance Claims
Jun 03
Ocius to Deliver Fleet of Bluebottle Uncrewed Surface Vessels
Jun 03
Queensland Trawlers to Implement Mandatory Electronic Monitoring
Jun 01
Fair Work Commission Enforces Fuel Cost Recovery Measures for Transport Operators
Jun 01
Trucking Industry Seeks Immediate Support to Mitigate Fuel Price Impact
Jun 01
Regulatory Bodies Advocate for TPD Insurance Reforms Amid Mental Health Claim Surge
Jun 01
Analyzing the 2026-27 Federal Budget's Impact on Australia's Insurance Industry
Jun 01
Zurich's Acquisition of ClearView Wealth Receives ACCC Approval
Jun 01
Zenobē's $100 Million Boost to Australia's Electric Truck Fleet
Jun 01
NewVolt's $25.3 Million Investment in Melbourne's Electric Truck Charging Infrastructure
Jun 01
QLS Approves 15% Reduction in Professional Indemnity Insurance Levies for 2026/27
Jun 01
ICA Advocates for Structural Reforms to Compensation Scheme of Last Resort
Jun 01
Markel Introduces Tailored Professional Indemnity Insurance Solutions in Australia
Jun 01
ASIC Cracks Down on Unlicensed Financial Advice by Social Media Influencers
Jun 01
Rising AI-Driven Cyber Threats Challenge Financial Services Firms
Jun 01
Surge in Financial Complaints Reflects Growing Consumer Concerns
Jun 01
NSW Government Introduces Strata Law Reforms to Safeguard Communities
Jun 01
CHU Enhances Strata Insurance Capacity to Support Larger Developments
Jun 01
CHU's 2025 Report Shows Stable Strata Insurance Premiums Amid Market Changes
Jun 01
IAG and QBE Navigate Premium Growth Amidst Rising Claims Costs
Jun 01
Australian Insurers Strengthen Collaborative Efforts to Tackle Fraud
Jun 01
Australian Cyclone Reinsurance Pool Expands to Cover 3.2 Million Properties
Jun 01
Markel Introduces Tailored Professional Indemnity Insurance for Australian Businesses
Jun 01
Sompo Strengthens Australian Market Position with New Underwriting Team
Jun 01
Gallagher Expands Australian Footprint with Acquisition of International Insurance Brokers
May 31
Europ Assistance Australia Begins Underwriting Its Own Travel Insurance Policies
May 31
Cover-More and Aon Collaborate to Enhance Travel Insurance Offerings in Australia
May 31
ATIA Intensifies Efforts to Secure Permanent Travel Insurance Sales Rights for Agents
May 31
ASIC Identifies Emerging Innovation Trends in Australian Insurance
May 31
ASIC Highlights Compliance Risks in Insurers' Claims Handling
May 31
ASIC Advocates for Responsible AI Integration in Insurance
May 31
Griffith University Study Uncovers Rising Insurance Costs in Tourism
May 31
APRA Highlights Rising Insurance Costs for Australian Businesses
May 31
BIA Introduces Combined Indemnity and Liability Insurance on Digital Platform
May 31
Record High Failure Rates Among Australian Cafés and Restaurants
May 31
New Cyber Insurance Solution for Australian SMEs: Cowbell and Zurich's Prime One
May 31
CHU's 2025 Report Shows Stable Strata Insurance Premiums Amid Market Changes
May 31
CHU More Than Doubles Strata Insurance Capacity to $690 Million
May 31
CHU Integrates Cyber Protection into Residential Strata Insurance
May 31
Federal Budget 2026: Changes to Electric Vehicle Tax Incentives
May 31
Subaru Slashes Prices on Solterra and Trailseeker Electric SUVs
May 31
Electric Vehicles Capture Record 16.4% of Australian Market in April 2026
May 31
Labor Government Extends Electric Vehicle Tax Break to Promote Affordable EVs
May 31
Janus Electric Raises A$4.5 Million to Accelerate Heavy Vehicle Electrification
May 31
Leading Australian Bank Offers Low-Interest Loans for Electric Vehicle Buyers
May 31
CEFC and Volkswagen Financial Services Partner to Offer Discounted EV Loans
May 31
IAG's Ambitious 2030 Growth Plan: What It Means for Tradies
May 31
Addressing Delays in Income Protection Insurance Payouts: What Tradies Need to Know
May 31
Regulators Call for Immediate Reforms in TPD Insurance Amid Rising Mental Health Claims
May 31
APRA Enforces Capital Add-On and Licence Conditions on KeyInvest After Risk Management Review
May 31
Consumer Advocates Challenge Proposed Changes to Mental Health Exclusions in Life Insurance Policies
May 31
Preparing for Summer Storms: Essential Steps for Australian Farmers
May 31
Australia's Rising Litigation Rates: Implications for Small Businesses
May 31
Navigating the Evolving Cyber Insurance Landscape
May 31
Rising Professional Indemnity Claims in Financial Services
May 31
Macquarie Bank Updates Investor Loan Policies in Response to Negative Gearing Reforms
May 31
New Mortgage Applications Decline Amid Rising Interest Rates
May 30
Seafarms Group Bolsters Project Sea Dragon with Increased Funding
May 30
Austal Lands $680 Million Contract for Army Landing Craft
May 30
New Hobart Wharf to Support Antarctic Research Operations
May 30
High-Risk SMEs Intensify Credit Shopping Amid Tightening Conditions
May 30
Non-Bank Lenders Advocate for Inclusion in Economic Resilience Program
May 30
OnDeck Increases Loan Limits Amid Rising SME Demand
May 30
Introducing Trakka's 48V Trakkadu: A New Era in Off-Grid Campervans
May 30
Opus Unveils Expedition Series: Mid-Sized Off-Grid Hybrid Caravans
May 30
ASIC Targets Interprac Financial Planning in Shield Super Fund Collapse
May 30
Softening Trends Persist in Australia's Commercial Insurance Market
May 30
Key Takeaways from the 2026-27 Federal Budget for Australia's Insurance Industry
May 30
Regulators Urge Action on TPD Insurance Sustainability Amid Rising Mental Health Claims
May 30
IAG Reports AU$505 Million Net Profit in First Half of FY26
May 30
AUSactive's New Insurance Offering: Comprehensive Protection at Reduced Costs
May 30
Significant Health Insurance Premium Increases Loom for Australians
May 30
Calls for Faster Processing of Mental Health Insurance Claims by Super Funds
May 30
APRA's Capital Reforms: Strengthening Retirement Income Products
May 30
Regulators Call for Action on TPD Insurance Sustainability
May 30
Zurich Australia's Strategic Acquisition of ClearView Wealth
May 30
Sun Property Group Enhances Buyer Confidence with 10-Year Latent Defects Insurance
May 30
Surge in Mortgage Refinancing Reflects Australia's Competitive Home Loan Market
May 30
Non-Bank Lenders Gain Popularity Among Australian Mortgage Refinancers
May 30
Australian Borrowers Opt for Loan Upgrades to Secure Financial Certainty
May 30
Global Insurance Rates Decline Despite Rising Catastrophe Losses
May 30
Victorian Bushfires Set to Drive Up Insurance Premiums in High-Risk Regions
May 30
Allianz Announces Further Reductions in Broker Commissions for Home and Landlord Insurance
May 29
Key Takeaways from the 2026-27 Australian Federal Budget
May 29
APRA's New Cap on High Debt-to-Income Home Loans Explained
May 29
Chinese Car Brands Unveil Competitive EOFY Finance Offers in Australia
May 29
Rising Input Costs Challenge Australian Farmers Amid Global Uncertainty
May 29
Rising Cybersecurity Threats in Australian Agriculture's Digital Era
May 29
Australian Agriculture Surpasses $100 Billion Production Target Ahead of Schedule
May 29
Australia Enacts Ban on Genetic Test Results in Life Insurance Underwriting
May 29
Regulatory Bodies Highlight Growing Strain on TPD Insurance from Mental Health Claims
May 29
Soft Market Conditions Persist in Australian Commercial Insurance Through First Half of 2026
May 29
NSW Government Initiates Review of Emergency Services Levy Amid Rising Insurance Costs
May 29
Fuel Crisis Highlights Critical Insurance Coverage Gaps for Small Businesses
May 29
Federal Budget 2026: Impact on Australia's Insurance Industry
May 29
HESTA Announces 12% Reduction in Insurance Fees for Members
May 29
Understanding the Impact of NSW's Building Bill 2026 on Modular Construction Insurance
May 29
Aon's 2026 Insights: Asia Pacific Construction's Resilience and Evolving Risk Landscape
May 29
Australian Insurers Grapple with AI Disruption Fears
May 29
Court Denies Allianz's Attempt to Limit Uniting Church's Insurance Coverage
May 29
Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show 2026 Celebrates Marine Excellence
May 29
Whittley Marine Group Launches CR 3100 OB at Sanctuary Cove
May 29
Australian Truck Market Faces Significant Decline in April 2026
May 29
Selfco Introduces Tailored Vehicle Finance for New Tradespeople
May 29
APRA Holds Steady on Lending Policies Amid Global Economic Uncertainty
May 29
Introducing Dreamhaven: Crusader Caravans' New Affordable Range
May 29
Discover Flexible Financing Options for Your Cosmetic Surgery in Australia
May 29
Wisr Offers Affordable Financing for Cosmetic Surgery Procedures
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