Sat, 9th May 2026
from Insurance News Wrap Hosted by Paige Estritori
In the latest episode of the Weekly Insurance News Wrap, we discuss APRA's report of a rise in intermediated general insurance premiums in Australia, reaching $22.97 billion in the last half of 2025. The move underscores the growing importance of intermediaries in customized insurance coverage. We also cover HESTA's pledge to decrease insurance fees by an average of 12% from July 1, 2026, impacting over 630,000 members across death, permanent disability, and income protection covers. The episode features personnel news about Aisling Hegarty's promotion at Arch Insurance Australia to Head of Professional Indemnity. Lastly, we highlight CHU Underwriting Agencies' addition of cyber fraud coverage to its residential strata insurance policies in response to increasing digital threats. Tune in next week for more updates in the Australian insurance sector. Stay informed and stay protected!
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