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What QBE and Blue Zebra’s Motor Partnership Means for Operators
What QBE and Blue Zebra’s Motor Partnership Means for Operators
21 Jul 2026: Paige Estritori
QBE and Blue Zebra have extended their motor underwriting partnership, with Blue Zebra confirming a new multi-year agreement after the previous arrangement expired. QBE has been underwriting Blue Zebra’s commercial and private motor products since July last year, following the end of the agency’s earlier arrangement with Youi. - read more
PSC Move Signals Stronger Competition in Transport Insurance Broking
PSC Move Signals Stronger Competition in Transport Insurance Broking
07 Jul 2026: Paige Estritori
PSC Insurance Brokers’ investment in MA Insurance Brokers is a timely reminder that specialist transport insurance advice is becoming increasingly valuable in a tighter, more complex market. The deal, announced in late June 2026, sees MA begin operating as PSC Transport Insurance Brokers, while founders Barry Mathison and Mariann Illyes retain an equity stake and continue leading the business as managing principals. - read more
New Heavy Vehicle Law Puts Safety Systems Under the Insurance Spotlight
New Heavy Vehicle Law Puts Safety Systems Under the Insurance Spotlight
23 Jun 2026: Paige Estritori
Australia’s updated Heavy Vehicle National Law is moving from policy discussion to operational reality, with the new framework scheduled to commence on 1 August 2026 in HVNL-participating states and territories. For transport operators, this is more than a compliance calendar item. It is a signal that safety systems, driver fitness, fatigue controls and record-keeping will carry greater weight when insurers assess risk, price cover and review claims. - read more
ACCC Halts IAG's Acquisition of RAC WA's Insurance Division
ACCC Halts IAG's Acquisition of RAC WA's Insurance Division
16 Jun 2026: Paige Estritori
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has intervened to prevent Insurance Australia Group (IAG) from acquiring the insurance operations of the Royal Automobile Club of Western Australia (RAC WA). The proposed $1.35 billion transaction raised significant competition concerns, prompting the ACCC to act in the interest of consumers and the broader insurance market. - read more
Broker Held Accountable for Denied Truck Damage Insurance Claim
Broker Held Accountable for Denied Truck Damage Insurance Claim
16 Jun 2026: Paige Estritori
The Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) has determined that a broker breached its duty of care, resulting in the denial of a truck damage claim due to the driver's inexperience. This case underscores the critical importance of brokers thoroughly understanding and communicating policy exclusions to their clients. - read more

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