The recent federal budget has drawn criticism from industry bodies and experts for its lack of long-term measures to improve disaster resilience as climate change has an impact on the frequency and severity of extreme weather events across Australia.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers handed down the 2025-26 Federal Budget last night. In this wrap, find out what’s key from the Budget papers as all eyes are on a soon to be called election.
Business NSW is advocating for a comprehensive review of insurance taxation and regulatory settings to ensure businesses can access affordable and adequate coverage.
In addition to financial support, the government has deployed 170 staff members to Queensland and Northern New South Wales, embedding them within 32 recovery centres to provide on-the-ground assistance.
We spoke with NIBA member and broker Dale Hansen of BMS Group Limited, based in the Gold Coast, who is actively dealing with the cyclone's aftermath and the ongoing clean-up efforts.
Representing the insurance broking profession, NIBA has reiterated its commitment to robust consumer protections while cautioning against unnecessary regulatory and financial burdens on firms that do not contribute to unpaid determinations.
Surveying 1,750 business owners and decision-makers from around Australia, the index examines several key factors, including purchase channels, satisfaction levels, attitudes towards insurance and brokers, and claims experiences.
Steven Hill, Queensland representative on the NIBA Board of Directors, spoke with us about his current situation and how he is supporting clients and the local community this week.
