Thu, 15th Jan 2026

Insurance News Wrap

An episode of the Insurance News Wrap podcast, hosted by Paige Estritori, titled "Thu, 15th Jan 2026" was published on January 14, 2026.

January 14, 2026 · Insurance News Wrap

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Summary

In this podcast, Paige Estritori of Financial Services Online reviews key aspects of the insurance sector. Topics include the 21st Australian Insurance Industry Awards nominees by ANZIIF, set for August in Sydney, with mention of notable contenders in the Small to Medium Broking Company category. The growth of Australia's strata property sector, now exceeding $1.4 trillion insured value, and its associated challenges due to aging infrastructure, are discussed. Netstrata comes under scrutiny for inflating insurance brokerage fees, sparking outrage and investigations. Similarly, Steadfast Group faces allegations of misleading clients by preferring more expensive policies, impacting its share price and trading status. The episode underscores the importance of integrity, transparency, and informed decision-making in the Australian insurance industry.

Episode Description

In this podcast, Paige Estritori of Financial Services Online reviews key aspects of the insurance sector. Topics include the 21st Australian Insurance Industry Awards nominees by ANZIIF, set for August in Sydney, with mention of notable contenders in the Small to Medium Broking Company category. The growth of Australia's strata property sector, now exceeding $1.4 trillion insured value, and its associated challenges due to aging infrastructure, are discussed. Netstrata comes under scrutiny for inflating insurance brokerage fees, sparking outrage and investigations. Similarly, Steadfast Group faces allegations of misleading clients by preferring more expensive policies, impacting its share price and trading status. The episode underscores the importance of integrity, transparency, and informed decision-making in the Australian insurance industry.

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