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Public Liability Insurance

Liability insurance (also known in Australia as public liability insurance - or simply public liability) is an insurance cover for individuals and businesses to indemnify against the financial implications of property damage and bodily injury to others. Liability insurance also includes cover for associated legal and professional costs in defending a claim.

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Understanding the Key Factors Influencing Your Liability Insurance Premiums
Understanding the Key Factors Influencing Your Liability Insurance Premiums
Liability insurance is a form of coverage that protects businesses against claims resulting from injuries and damage to people or property. It provides crucial peace of mind, ensuring that your business is shielded from potentially devastating financial losses due to lawsuits or claims against it. - read more
Understanding The Costs: How Much Does Public Liability Insurance Typically Cost?
Understanding The Costs: How Much Does Public Liability Insurance Typically Cost?
Public liability insurance is a crucial form of protection for both businesses and individuals, safeguarding them against potential claims for personal injury or property damage that occur as a result of their operations or services. In an increasingly litigious society, having this coverage can mean the difference between staying afloat financially and facing business closure due to unexpected claims. - read more
Understanding Liability Insurance: A Must-Read for Australian Business Owners
Understanding Liability Insurance: A Must-Read for Australian Business Owners
As a business owner in Australia, navigating the complexities of insurance is crucial to safeguard your enterprise against unforeseen events. Liability insurance emerges as a cornerstone of a sound risk management plan, protecting you financially when held responsible for accidents, injuries or negligence. Its importance cannot be understated, as it serves not only to defend your business assets but also to ensure peace of mind in a climate of continually evolving liabilities. - read more
Public Liability Insurance Claims: What to Expect and How to Prepare
Public Liability Insurance Claims: What to Expect and How to Prepare
Public liability insurance is a type of insurance policy that provides coverage for businesses and individuals against claims made by third parties for injuries or damages sustained while on their property or as a result of their activities. - read more
The Importance of Public Liability Insurance in the Australian Labour Hire Industry
The Importance of Public Liability Insurance in the Australian Labour Hire Industry
The Australian labour hire industry has seen a significant rise in recent years, and with this growth, comes new and unique risks that companies in this industry must be prepared to navigate. One such risk is the potential for accidents or damages to occur in the workplace, which is where public liability insurance comes in. This article will explore the definition of public liability insurance and why it is so important for labour hire companies in Australia. - read more

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Understanding the 4.41% Increase in Private Health Insurance Premiums for 2026
Understanding the 4.41% Increase in Private Health Insurance Premiums for 2026
22 Feb 2026: Paige Estritori
Australian private health insurance premiums are set to rise by an average of 4.41% from 1 April 2026, marking the most significant increase since 2017. Health Minister Mark Butler stated that this adjustment reflects the escalating costs of medical and hospital services, which have risen by 5% over the past financial year. This increase is expected to impact over 15 million Australians who hold private health insurance policies. - read more
Health Insurers Respond to Rising Costs with Increased Payments to Private Hospitals
Health Insurers Respond to Rising Costs with Increased Payments to Private Hospitals
22 Feb 2026: Paige Estritori
In response to escalating operational costs faced by private hospitals, health insurers have increased their payments to these facilities. Recent data indicates that payments to private hospitals have risen by 7.7% in the year leading up to March 2025. This adjustment aims to support private hospitals during a period of financial strain and to ensure the continued delivery of quality health care services. - read more
Health Insurers to Include Natural Therapies in Coverage from 2026
Health Insurers to Include Natural Therapies in Coverage from 2026
22 Feb 2026: Paige Estritori
In a significant policy shift, Australian health insurers will begin offering rebates for a range of natural therapies, including Yoga, Pilates, Tai Chi, Shiatsu, Naturopathy, Western herbal medicine, and the Alexander Technique, starting early 2026. This change follows legislative amendments allowing these therapies to be covered under private health insurance for the treatment of health conditions or as part of health management programs. - read more
Australian Insurers Highlight Key Challenges for 2026
Australian Insurers Highlight Key Challenges for 2026
22 Feb 2026: Paige Estritori
As 2026 approaches, Australian insurers are facing a trio of pressing challenges: rising premium costs and shrinking insurability, escalating cyber and data risks, and increasing difficulty in hiring and retaining skilled workers. These concerns have been highlighted in industry feedback cited in Gallagher Bassett’s upcoming report, 'The Carrier Perspective: 2026 Claims Insights.' - read more
Australian Insurers Under Fire for Steep Premium Increases
Australian Insurers Under Fire for Steep Premium Increases
22 Feb 2026: Paige Estritori
In recent times, Australian consumers have been grappling with substantial increases in insurance premiums, prompting widespread concern and calls for greater transparency within the industry. Reports indicate that some policyholders have experienced premium hikes of up to 600%, leaving many questioning the justification behind such steep increases. - read more

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