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Jun 09
APRA Intervenes to Freeze Unjustified Premium Increases in Commercial Auto Insurance
Jun 09
ACCC Blocks IAG's Acquisition of RAC WA's Insurance Division
Jun 09
Human Factors Drive Increase in Australian Truck Insurance Claims
Jun 09
Allianz Partners Expands with Acquisition of Nib's Travel Insurance Division
Jun 09
Emergence Insurance Strengthens Cyber Risk Portfolio with Blue Zebra Acquisition
Jun 09
State Government Initiates Bushfire Mitigation Trials in Urban Fringe Areas
Jun 09
RBA Holds Cash Rate at 4.35% Amid Economic Uncertainty
Jun 09
APRA Emphasizes Financial System Strength Amid Emerging Challenges
Jun 09
Australia's Trade Balance Turns Negative for First Time Since 2017
Jun 09
Cigno Australia Penalised $7 Million for Unlawful Payday Lending Practices
Jun 09
AMP's Strategic Sale of Financial Advice Division to Entireti
Jun 09
ASIC's Decisive Action Against Non-Compliant Financial Firms
Jun 09
Western Australia's 2026 Budget: Transformative Measures for First-Home Buyers
Jun 09
Assessing the Impact of the 5% Deposit Scheme Expansion on Housing Affordability
Jun 09
Surge in First-Home Buyer Loans Post Home Guarantee Scheme Expansion
Jun 08
APRA Intervenes to Halt Unjustified Premium Increases in Commercial Auto Insurance
Jun 08
Key Challenges Facing Australian Insurers in 2026
Jun 08
ACCC Intensifies Scrutiny of IAG's Proposed Acquisition of RAC Insurance
Jun 08
ACCC Intensifies Scrutiny of IAG's Proposed RAC Insurance Acquisition
Jun 08
Regulators Press Insurers to Enhance Sustainability of TPD Insurance Products
Jun 08
Pioneering All-Electric Freight Delivery in Australia
Jun 08
Driving the Future: CEFC and Volvo's $70 Million Electric Truck Initiative
Jun 08
Revolutionising Truck Financing: Permanent Instant Asset Write-Off
Jun 08
QLS Announces 15% Reduction in Professional Indemnity Insurance Levies for 2026/27
Jun 08
ICA Advocates for Structural Reforms to Ensure CSLR Sustainability
Jun 08
Markel Introduces Customised Professional Indemnity Insurance Solutions in Australia
Jun 08
Insignia Financial Shareholders Greenlight $4.80 Per Share Acquisition
Jun 08
RBA Announces Removal of Card Surcharges by October 2026
Jun 08
APRA Eases Liquidity Add-On Requirements for Macquarie Bank
Jun 08
NSW Strengthens Strata Laws to Safeguard Communities
Jun 08
CHU Enhances Strata Insurance with Cyber Fraud Protection
Jun 08
CHU More Than Doubles Strata Insurance Capacity
Jun 08
ACCC Halts IAG's Bid to Acquire RAC Insurance
Jun 08
New AI-Powered Cyber Insurance Launched for Australian SMEs
Jun 08
Australian Insurers Face Market Pressure Amid AI Disruption Fears
Jun 08
Softening Trends in Australia's Commercial Insurance Market During H1 2026
Jun 08
Vero's 2026 SME Insurance Index Uncovers Critical Risk Management Disparities
Jun 08
IAG Enhances Reinsurance Strategy with RACQI Integration in 2026
Jun 07
Allianz Partners Strengthens Australian Presence with nib Acquisition
Jun 07
Freely Launches Tailored Travel Insurance Plans for Australians
Jun 07
Europ Assistance Australia Gains APRA Approval to Underwrite Travel Insurance
Jun 07
HESTA's 12% Insurance Fee Reduction: What It Means for Real Estate Professionals
Jun 07
IAG's $505 Million Profit: Navigating Weather Challenges in the Insurance Sector
Jun 07
Suncorp's $2.4 Billion Reinsurance Deal: Implications for the Insurance Market
Jun 07
ICA Advocates for Overhaul of Civil Liability Laws to Ease Insurance Burden
Jun 07
ACCC Approves Uniting Church's National Insurance Purchasing Program
Jun 07
NSW Court Decision Escalates Liability Risks for Construction Sector
Jun 07
ARPC's Revised Cyclone Premiums Reward SME Risk Mitigation Efforts
Jun 07
Softening Trends in Australia's Commercial Insurance Market During H1 2026
Jun 07
Suncorp's Strategic Reinsurance Agreement Enhances Financial Stability
Jun 07
ASIC Targets Unlicensed Financial Advice by Social Media Influencers
Jun 07
Federal Court Penalises Cigno Australia for Unlawful Payday Lending Practices
Jun 07
APRA Alerts Australian Banks to Rising AI-Driven Cyber Threats
Jun 07
Tesla Model Y Tops Australian Sales Charts Amidst Surge in EV Adoption
Jun 07
Subaru Launches Uncharted Electric SUV in Australia
Jun 07
BMW Launches iX3 40 Electric SUV in Australia
Jun 07
Introducing the KGM Torres EVX: A New Contender in Australia's Electric SUV Market
Jun 07
MG Motor Expands EV Portfolio with U9 EV and MGS6 EV Debuts
Jun 07
Subaru Makes Electric SUVs More Accessible with Price Reductions
Jun 07
New Partnership Offers Affordable Financing for Hyundai and Kia Electric Vehicles
Jun 07
ASIC Calls on Insurers to Enhance Cyber Security in Response to AI Threats
Jun 07
Comprehensive All-Risk Insurance Now Available for Large-Scale Australian Farms
Jun 07
Strategic Insurance Planning Essential for Australian Farmers Facing Rising Premiums
Jun 07
NRMA's Exit from Farm Insurance: What It Means for Australian Farmers
Jun 07
Rising Insurance Costs Impact Transport and Construction Sectors
Jun 07
Soft Market Conditions Persist in Australian Commercial Insurance
Jun 07
Insurance Council Proposes Reforms to Strengthen Small Business Resilience
Jun 07
Macquarie Bank's Strategic Embrace of Mortgage Brokers Fuels 28% Growth
Jun 06
OnDeck Australia Boosts Lightning Loans Plus Cap to $300,000
Jun 06
AFIA and Government Unite to Aid SMEs During Fuel Crisis
Jun 06
Firstmac Introduces Flexible and Competitive Caravan Loan Options
Jun 06
NSW Introduces Strata Law Reforms to Strengthen Community Protections
Jun 06
AMP's Strategic Sale of Financial Advice Division to Entireti
Jun 06
ASIC's Decisive Action Against Non-Compliant Financial Firms
Jun 06
Westpac's $26 Million Penalty for Hardship Application Failures
Jun 06
EML Group's Strategic Acquisition of Guild Insurance
Jun 06
APRA's Enhanced Capital Requirement for Sovereign Insurance Australia
Jun 06
IAG's Strategic Vision: Ambition 2030 Targets $25 Billion GWP
Jun 06
Regulators Target Sustainability in TPD Insurance Products
Jun 06
Significant Rise in Income Protection Claim Delays Raises Industry Concerns
Jun 06
Allianz Adjusts Broker Commissions in Response to Industry Challenges
Jun 06
IAG Reports Financial Performance Amidst Rising Claims
Jun 06
Impact of Victorian Bushfires on Insurance Premiums
Jun 06
Heartland Bank Reduces Reverse Mortgage Rates Despite RBA Increase
Jun 06
AMP Bank Reintroduces SuperEdge Loans for SMSF Property Investment
Jun 06
Canstar Announces 2026 Landlord Insurance Award Winners
Jun 05
Australian Credit Card Debt Climbs to $18.3 Billion: What You Need to Know
Jun 05
Toyota Boosts Australian Supply with 10,000 Extra Vehicles in 2026
Jun 05
Money3 Penalised $1.55 Million for Responsible Lending Violations
Jun 05
Electric Vehicles Capture 20% of Australian New Car Sales in May 2026
Jun 05
Comprehensive Coverage: Harland Green's New All-Risk Insurance for Large Farms
Jun 05
Integrating Sustainability: A New Focus in Australian Farm Risk Management
Jun 05
Commonwealth Bank CEO Champions AI for Societal Benefit
Jun 05
ASIC Revokes Licences of Two Financial Firms Over Compliance Issues
Jun 05
AUSTRAC Directs Audit of Bankstown District Sports Club's AML Measures
Jun 05
IAG's 'Ambition 2030' Strategy: Aiming for AU$25 Billion GWP
Jun 05
Unprecedented Rise in Mental Health TPD Claims Pressures Super Funds
Jun 05
HESTA's 12% Insurance Fee Reduction: What It Means for Fitness Professionals
Jun 05
EML's Strategic Acquisition of Guild Insurance: Implications for the Industry
Jun 05
IAG Reports $505 Million Profit Amidst Severe Weather Challenges
Jun 05
Navigating Rising Input Costs in Australia's Construction Industry
Jun 05
ICA Calls for Investment in Hard Mitigation Infrastructure Amid Disaster Fund Applications
Jun 05
IAG's Ambition 2030: Aiming for AU$25 Billion in Premiums
Jun 05
Regulators Tackle Sustainability Challenges in TPD Insurance
Jun 05
Zurich's Acquisition of ClearView Wealth Gains ACCC Approval
Jun 05
Australia's Marine Sector Grapples with Skilled Labour Deficit
Jun 05
Zenobē's $100 Million Boost to Australia's Electric Truck Fleet
Jun 05
Permanent $20,000 Asset Write-Off: What It Means for Owner-Drivers
Jun 05
Electric Trucks: Australia's Response to the Fuel Crisis
Jun 05
RBA Holds Cash Rate at 4.35% Amid Economic Uncertainty
Jun 05
ANZ Achieves Leading Growth in Business Lending Among Major Banks
Jun 05
New Partnership Unlocks Financing for Indigenous Businesses
Jun 05
Essential Caravans Steps In to Revive Zone RV Operations
Jun 05
MONEYME's Exclusive Deal with Snowy River: Instant Caravan Financing
Jun 05
Navigating Cosmetic Surgery Financing: A Comprehensive Guide for Australians
Jun 05
Regulatory Concerns Rise Over 'Buy Now, Pay Later' Schemes in Cosmetic Clinics
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
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
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