EPISODE · Feb 17, 2026
Wed, 18th Feb 2026
from Insurance News Wrap · host Paige Estritori
In this week's Financial Services Online digest with host Paige Estritori, key developments in Australia's insurance industry are discussed. Insuregroup reports a 25% growth in transport sector insurance policies, emphasizing the correlation between increasing freight volumes and the importance of comprehensive insurance. Budget Direct made an impressive performance at the Finder Provider of the Year Awards, clinching multiple titles, including 'Insurer of the Year', and garnering praise for their dedication to excellent service and market competitiveness. The Australian Treasury is seeking to bolster the Compensation Scheme of Last Resort (CSLR) with a proposal aimed to enhance professional indemnity insurance. Also, CHU's 2025 State of the Strata Market report highlights steady strata insurance premiums amidst climate risks and regulatory challenges.
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In this week's Financial Services Online digest with host Paige Estritori, key developments in Australia's insurance industry are discussed. Insuregroup reports a 25% growth in transport sector insurance policies, emphasizing the correlation between increasing freight volumes and the importance of comprehensive insurance. Budget Direct made an impressive performance at the Finder Provider of the Year Awards, clinching multiple titles, including 'Insurer of the Year', and garnering praise for their dedication to excellent service and market competitiveness. The Australian Treasury is seeking to bolster the Compensation Scheme of Last Resort (CSLR) with a proposal aimed to enhance professional indemnity insurance. Also, CHU's 2025 State of the Strata Market report highlights steady strata insurance premiums amidst climate risks and regulatory challenges.
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