Barrack Broking has launched a dedicated Strata Insurance practice, formalising and expanding a specialism the business has built over several years. Laura Van Houten has been appointed National Client Manager – Strata to lead it.
Having worked in the strata insurance industry since 2011 and as a broker nationally, I understand the ongoing pressures facing strata committees and bodies corporate.
As we enter the next phase of the strata insurance cycle, new markets are creating opportunities for more competitive pricing. For strata managers and owners, presenting well-managed risks offers the potential for premium relief and improved coverage.
I look forward to this exciting new chapter in my career and am grateful for the opportunity to work with Charlie and the team at Barrack Broking.
— Laura Van Houten, National Client Manager – Strata, Barrack Broking
Laura brings 16 years’ experience as a specialist strata insurance broker to the role. She is a regular attendee at strata industry events across the country and has been a member of the SCA since 2013.
Barrack Broking is a boutique insurance broker specialising in complex risks and industry-based insurance programs. Recent consolidation within the Australian strata insurance market has created a clear opening for dedicated, specialist advice, and Barrack sees this as the right time to build out a strata team led by an established specialist.
The new practice covers the core insurance needs of owners corporations and strata managers. It also extends to commercial strata, covering mixed-use and retail buildings with shared ownership structures.
Barrack has a strong track record of building industry expertise, and we are excited to expand our focus within the Strata sector. Laura is the ideal person to lead this growth. She brings a client-centric approach to broking, combined with extensive experience in the strata insurance market, further strengthening our ability to support and deliver outstanding outcomes for our strata clients.
— Charles Gow-Gates, Managing Director, Barrack Broking
Further Reading
- Strata Insurance in 2026
- Commercial Strata Insurance Australia
- Strata Insurance & Lithium-Ion Battery Risk
Looking for specialist strata insurance advice? Talk to Laura and the team at Barrack Broking.