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Wednesday, August 12, 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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Banner for 22nd SIRC: 'Capacity to Capability'—Building resilience through innovation; futuristic city skyline with a glowing highway; Nov 1–5, 2026 at Sands Expo & Convention Centre.