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Cover: Things you need to know about Buying a Caravan

Things you need to know about Buying a Caravan

 

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Cover: The Great Aussie Business Insurance Handbook: A Practical Guide for SMEs, Sole Traders and Startups

The Great Aussie Business Insurance Handbook

A Practical Guide for SMEs, Sole Traders and Startups

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Cover: The Loyalty Penalty: When Staying Put Costs More

The Loyalty Penalty

When Staying Put Costs More

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Cover: The Economics of Owning Nothing: Could You Be Richer With Less?

The Economics of Owning Nothing

Could You Be Richer With Less?

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Cover: The 365-Day Money Test: See What Today Really Costs

The 365-Day Money Test

See What Today Really Costs

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Cover: Protecting Your Payday: The Australian Guide to Income Protection Insurance

Protecting Your Payday

The Australian Guide to Income Protection Insurance

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Cover: The Great Aussie Caravan Buyer's Handbook: A Guide to Loans, Repayments and Buying with Confidence

The Great Aussie Caravan Buyer's Handbook

A Guide to Loans, Repayments and Buying with Confidence

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Cover: 7 Secrets to High Performance Thinking

7 Secrets to High Performance Thinking

 

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Cover: From Learner to Rider: The Aussie Guide to Choosing, Financing and Buying a Motorbike

From Learner to Rider

The Aussie Guide to Choosing, Financing and Buying a Motorbike

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Cover: How to Succed in Business Without Losing Your Soul

How to Succed in Business Without Losing Your Soul

 

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Cover: The Great Aussie Farmer's Insurance Handbook: A Practical Guide to Farm Cover, Quotes and Broker Support

The Great Aussie Farmer's Insurance Handbook

A Practical Guide to Farm Cover, Quotes and Broker Support

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Cover: How Pipe Dreams Can Become Realites

How Pipe Dreams Can Become Realites

 

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Cover: The Great Aussie Retailer's Insurance Handbook: A Guide to Cover, Quotes, Exclusions and Claims

The Great Aussie Retailer's Insurance Handbook

A Guide to Cover, Quotes, Exclusions and Claims

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Cover: The Aussie Farmer's Guide to Insurance: Understanding Cover, Comparing Quotes and Protecting Rural Assets

The Aussie Farmer's Guide to Insurance

Understanding Cover, Comparing Quotes and Protecting Rural Assets

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Cover: The Great Aussie Truck Buyer's Handbook: A Practical Guide to Heavy Vehicle Finance

The Great Aussie Truck Buyer's Handbook

A Practical Guide to Heavy Vehicle Finance

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Cover: Leisure Loans in Australia: A Practical Guide to Financing Boats, Caravans, Jet Skis and Travel

Leisure Loans in Australia

A Practical Guide to Financing Boats, Caravans, Jet Skis and Travel

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Cover: The Great Aussie Income Protection Insurance Handbook: How to Compare Cover, Waiting Periods, Benefit Periods and Quotes

The Great Aussie Income Protection Insurance Handbook

How to Compare Cover, Waiting Periods, Benefit Periods and Quotes

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Cover: The Great Aussie Life Insurance Handbook: A Guide to Life Insurance, Income Protection, TPD & Trauma

The Great Aussie Life Insurance Handbook

A Guide to Life Insurance, Income Protection, TPD & Trauma

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Court ruling puts TPD work-hours conditions under the microscope
Court ruling puts TPD work-hours conditions under the microscope
11 Nov 2026: Paige Estritori
A recent Queensland Court of Appeal decision has put fresh attention on how work-hours conditions operate in total and permanent disablement insurance, particularly where cover is held through a superannuation fund. In AIA Australia Ltd v Kelly-Stevens, delivered on 30 October 2026, the court dismissed an insurer appeal after a claim was rejected because the insured member had not continuously worked at least 15 hours a week in the three months before disablement. - read more
New Genetic Test Rules Change Life Insurance Underwriting
New Genetic Test Rules Change Life Insurance Underwriting
04 Nov 2026: Paige Estritori
Australia’s new genetic testing protections are now in force, marking one of the more practical changes to life insurance underwriting in recent years. From 8 October 2026, life insurers are restricted from asking for, soliciting or using protected genetic testing information when assessing new life insurance policies or variations to existing cover. - read more
New Claims Data Highlights the Importance of Choosing the Right Life Cover
New Claims Data Highlights the Importance of Choosing the Right Life Cover
16 Sep 2026: Paige Estritori
The latest life insurance claims and disputes data from Australia’s regulators is a useful reminder that buying cover is not just about finding the lowest premium. For households comparing policies, the more important question is whether the cover is likely to work as expected at claim time. - read more
New APRA rules put insurer systems under the spotlight
New APRA rules put insurer systems under the spotlight
09 Sep 2026: Paige Estritori
Australia’s tougher operational risk regime is sharpening the focus on how life insurers manage the systems, partners and processes that sit behind every policy. APRA’s CPS 230 standard requires regulated insurers to identify critical operations, set clear disruption tolerances and strengthen oversight of material service providers. For customers, this is not just a back-office compliance story. - read more
Life Insurance Articles

Why Life Insurance Matters: Securing Your Family's Financial Future
Why Life Insurance Matters: Securing Your Family's Financial Future
Life insurance is a financial product designed to provide peace of mind by ensuring that your loved ones are financially secure even in your absence. It offers a safety net, paying out a sum of money upon the policyholder's death or, in some cases, after a set period. This payout can help cover expenses such as mortgage payments, children's education, or day-to-day living expenses, thereby maintaining family stability during difficult times. - read more
How to Estimate How Much Life Insurance Cover You May Need
How to Estimate How Much Life Insurance Cover You May Need
Estimating life insurance cover starts with the financial gap your household could face if you were no longer there. This guide explains how Australians can consider debts, income replacement, dependants, existing cover and affordability before comparing policy options. - read more
Key Person Insurance: Why Every Business Needs It
Key Person Insurance: Why Every Business Needs It
Key person insurance is a vital component of any comprehensive business strategy. Essentially, it is a type of life or disability insurance that a company takes out on its most valuable employees—those who significantly contribute to the company’s success. In the unfortunate event that such a pivotal team member can no longer perform their duties, this insurance provides the business with financial stability, allowing it to navigate the aftermath with greater ease. - read more
How Buy/Sell Agreements Use Life Insurance to Secure Your Business
How Buy/Sell Agreements Use Life Insurance to Secure Your Business
Buy/sell agreements are crucial tools in business planning, designed to outline the process for transferring business ownership when a significant event occurs, such as the death, retirement, or incapacitation of an owner. These agreements ensure a smooth transition by predetermining the terms of sale and purchase among co-owners or with an outside party. - read more

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Depreciation:
The reduction in the value of an asset over time, used in insurance to calculate the actual cash value of property.