Agile launches New Zealand unit
Agile Underwriting Services has set up a New Zealand operation. The Australian company – which earlier this year launched Lloyd’s...
Month: August 2024
Mike’s Minute: We must question insurance companies
Premiums are up because of climate change. Payouts, risk, and reinsurance are the usual excuses. Don't get me wrong, we...
Foundation Life (NZ) focuses on restructuring life insurance portfolio
If the proposed scheme is completed, the company is seen to cease insurance activities. Foundation Life (New Zealand) (FLNZ) could...
NZ’s second largest insurer rakes in $2.8 billion from insurance premiums
Vero owner Suncorp New Zealand reports a 17.3% rise in annual gross written premium to $2.8 billion, as net profit...
AU, NZ insurance pricing flat in Q2
New Zealand’s property insurance pricing slightly rose due to natural catastrophes. Overall insurance pricing across all markets in the Australia...
Some New Zealand homes are becoming uninsurable because of natural disasters – but all may not be lost
Insurance companies will need to be innovative and explore new policy options as they manage the growing risk to homes...
The big insurance bill falling on Masterton ratepayers
The council says its secret settlement with Health NZ over Wairarapa Hospital defects is only one factor, and all local...
Health New Zealand has been found in breach of the Consumers’ Rights code after a man was circumcised without his consent
A consultant urologist, informed the man via a telehealth appointment, that once his surgery started, there was a chance circumcision...
ANZIIF Stress The Importance Of Insurance In Maintaining Financial Health
ANZIIF prioritises the financial wellbeing of the community, and we believe insurance plays a vital role in protecting individuals and...
Is cancer going to kill me or will my private health insurance save me? Boris Sokratov
OPINION: Is cancer going to kill me or will my private health insurance save me?