EPISODE · Apr 17, 2026
Sat, 18th Apr 2026
from Financial Services News Wrap · host Paige Estritori
This podcast episode by Financial Services Online delves into concerns over mental health handling by Australian life insurers, following recent findings by Life Insurance Code Compliance Committee (Life CCC). Highlighting the need for individual assessments as defined by the Life Insurance Code of Practice, the podcast underscores the significant role mental health conditions play in disability insurance claims. Some proposed policy changes and a review of Australia's Life Insurance Code of Practice also receive attention. A significant development includes Australia implementing a revolutionary prohibition of genetic discrimination in life insurance. Amidst all these, the Australian life insurance sector records a strong financial performance, indicating an exciting turnabout from the previous year. The episode concludes urging the audience to stay financially informed and reminding them of their journey towards financial well-being.n
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This podcast episode by Financial Services Online delves into concerns over mental health handling by Australian life insurers, following recent findings by Life Insurance Code Compliance Committee (Life CCC). Highlighting the need for individual assessments as defined by the Life Insurance Code of Practice, the podcast underscores the significant role mental health conditions play in disability insurance claims. Some proposed policy changes and a review of Australia's Life Insurance Code of Practice also receive attention. A significant development includes Australia implementing a revolutionary prohibition of genetic discrimination in life insurance. Amidst all these, the Australian life insurance sector records a strong financial performance, indicating an exciting turnabout from the previous year. The episode concludes urging the audience to stay financially informed and reminding them of their journey towards financial well-being.n
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