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Thursday, October 15, 2026

Australia

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Returning Asian and London capacity adds to ANZ reinsurance oversupply at 1.7 — Gallagher Re
July 1 2026
Cat rates on loss-free programmes fell 12.5% to 17.5% in Australia and New Zealand, with pro rata ceding commissions rising by up to 5%.
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Aviva names Jill Stewart head of Australia for Probitas Pacific
July 1 2026
Aviva has appointed Jill Stewart as head of Australia for Probitas Pacific, following Max Broodryk’s decision to leave the business, the insurer said on Wednesday. Broodryk, currently country manager...
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Australian broker code body refers two firms to ASIC over strata insurance conflict concerns
July 1 2026
The review examined seven brokers that collectively operate with 1,088 representatives in strata management.
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ANZ cedents secure up to 15% rate cuts at 1.7 — Howden Re
June 30 2026
Ample capacity and reinsurer appetite enabled buyers to secure improved pricing and programme structures at July renewals.
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Chris Pickering steps into WA property leader role at Crawford Australia
June 30 2026
He joins from Sedgwick with 26 years of experience across property claims, loss adjusting and assessing.
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Lockton partners with CPA Australia to expand risk advisory offering in Asia
June 29 2026
The collaboration will include a joint platform for executive roundtables, industry forums and thematic seminars covering risk management, human capital and financial strategy.
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Australia's cyclone reinsurance pool cut premiums but affordability pressures persist — ACCC
June 25 2026
Premium relief has been concentrated in northern Australia, while prices continue to rise across the rest of the country.
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Liberty APAC underwriting head Michael Abdallah to retire after 27 years
June 25 2026
Marcus Thomas will succeed him as chief underwriting officer for Asia Pacific, effective 1 July.
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PSC acquires MA Insurance Brokers to grow transport capability
June 25 2026
Operations of the combined entity will be led by Barry Mathison and Mariann Illyes.
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HDI Global hires Amiel Poonan as property underwriter in Brisbane
June 25 2026
He joins the insurer after four years in broking, focusing on mid-market property and casualty risks.
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Frontier AI is accelerating quantum computing and cyber threats for insurers, APRA warns
June 25 2026
Rapid AI adoption is reshaping cyber and operational risk, with insurers exposed to concentration and quantum threats.
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ICA opens consultation on code overhaul to bind commitments to consumer contracts
June 24 2026
The proposed code would introduce contractually enforceable obligations, automatic acceptance of certain claims after 12 months, and expanded protections for vulnerable customers.
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