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EPISODE · Dec 18, 2025

Fri, 19th Dec 2025

from Insurance News Wrap · host Paige Estritori

In this episode of the Weekly Insurance News Wrap, topics include the controversy surrounding Steadfast Group's alleged misleading practices and hidden commissions, leading to a drop in share prices and calls for a ban on strata insurance commissions. New measures by the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority to limit high debt-to-income home loans from 2026 are also discussed. We also cover the 2025 State of the Strata Market report by CHU, highlighting a modest rise in strata insurance premiums and the importance of affordability, climate resilience, and regulatory compliance. Finally, the introduction of new legislation in New South Wales aimed to address maintenance issues in strata properties is mentioned, urging property owners to prioritize upkeep.

In this episode of the Weekly Insurance News Wrap, topics include the controversy surrounding Steadfast Group's alleged misleading practices and hidden commissions, leading to a drop in share prices and calls for a ban on strata insurance commissions. New measures by the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority to limit high debt-to-income home loans from 2026 are also discussed. We also cover the 2025 State of the Strata Market report by CHU, highlighting a modest rise in strata insurance premiums and the importance of affordability, climate resilience, and regulatory compliance. Finally, the introduction of new legislation in New South Wales aimed to address maintenance issues in strata properties is mentioned, urging property owners to prioritize upkeep.

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