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What Broker Breach Reporting Means for Fitness Professionals
What Broker Breach Reporting Means for Fitness Professionals
19 Jun 2026: Paige Estritori
New broker compliance data has put a spotlight on an issue that matters to every fitness professional who relies on public liability, professional indemnity or broader business insurance: renewal timing and communication. On 18 June 2026, Insurance Business reported that the Insurance Brokers Code Compliance Committee`s 2025 Annual Data Report recorded 5,417 breaches of the Insurance Brokers Code of Practice affecting 14,842 clients. - read more
Late Insurance Renewals Put Consultant Cover in the Spotlight
Late Insurance Renewals Put Consultant Cover in the Spotlight
19 Jun 2026: Paige Estritori
Australian consultants rely on timely, accurate insurance renewals to keep professional indemnity, public liability and other business covers aligned with current contracts. A recent annual compliance update from the insurance broking sector has underlined why renewal discipline matters: missed or late renewal contact was reported as the leading category of broker code breaches for the past year. - read more
Why GIS Project Tracking Matters for Construction Insurance
Why GIS Project Tracking Matters for Construction Insurance
19 Jun 2026: Paige Estritori
Build Australia’s latest construction technology coverage, published on 16 June 2026, highlights how geographic information systems, or GIS, are moving beyond digital mapping to become a practical project tracking tool for modern construction sites. The report frames GIS as a way to connect dispersed teams, complex schedules, site conditions and operational data into a shared spatial view, helping project leaders make faster and better-informed decisions. - read more
Sphere Liquidation Highlights Why Broker Due Diligence Matters
Sphere Liquidation Highlights Why Broker Due Diligence Matters
19 Jun 2026: Paige Estritori
The liquidation of authorised representative network Sphere Insurance Group has put broker governance and client continuity back under the spotlight. According to early estimates reported by Insurance News, the failed network could owe more than $11 million to creditors, including insurers, underwriting agencies and a secured lender. The figures are preliminary and based on company records, with the liquidator still investigating the group’s financial position. - read more
Anna Spink to Lead BHSI's Marine Division in Australasia
Anna Spink to Lead BHSI's Marine Division in Australasia
17 Jun 2026: Paige Estritori
Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) has announced the promotion of Anna Spink to Head of Marine, Australasia. This strategic move underscores BHSI's commitment to bolstering its marine insurance operations across the region. - read more

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Strengthen Your Defences: Implementing Effective Cybersecurity Protocols
Strengthen Your Defences: Implementing Effective Cybersecurity Protocols
In today's digital age, understanding the cyber threat landscape in Australia is not just important—it's essential. Cyber attacks are becoming more sophisticated and are affecting businesses and individuals at an alarming rate. Common types of cyber attacks include phishing, ransomware, and data breaches, each with the potential to cause significant harm. The impact of cybersecurity breaches on both the economy and the reputation of affected entities is profound, ranging from financial loss to long-lasting reputational damage. - read more
How to Safeguard Your Financial Data from Cyber Threats
How to Safeguard Your Financial Data from Cyber Threats
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Case Studies: The True Impact of Cyber Attacks on Australian Small Businesses
Case Studies: The True Impact of Cyber Attacks on Australian Small Businesses
As we delve into the digital era, the number of cyber threats that challenge Australian small businesses is significantly on the rise. Cyber attacks have become more sophisticated, frequent, and continue to disrupt the operations of small enterprises, often with devastating consequences. The need to fortify defenses against such threats has never been more paramount. - read more
Assessing Your Data Vulnerabilities: A Checklist for Australian Businesses
Assessing Your Data Vulnerabilities: A Checklist for Australian Businesses
In today's rapidly evolving cyber landscape, Australian businesses must prioritize data security more than ever before. As companies continue to digitize operations and store sensitive data electronically, the need for robust cybersecurity measures has become paramount. This introduction lays the foundation for understanding the criticality of protecting your company's most valuable asset—its data. - read more
Navigating the Aftermath: Your Cyber Attack Recovery Roadmap
Navigating the Aftermath: Your Cyber Attack Recovery Roadmap
In an age where digital presence intertwines with daily operations, the threat landscape in Australia has magnified, exposing businesses to an evolving array of cyber threats. From sophisticated phishing attempts to ransomware attacks, the risk of digital insecurity looms large. Australia, with its growing technological adoption, finds itself facing an upsurge in cyber threat incidents year over year. - read more

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