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A firefighter battles a blaze at a business establishment, exemplifying the need to 'Prepare Your Business for Disaster' in an urban Australian setting
06 Aug 2026
12 min read
Risk Tip: Battery Fire Hazards in Commercial Property

The rapid adoption of battery technology across Australia is creating a significant and growing fire risk for commercial property owners. Whether the source is a rooftop solar storage system, an electric vehicle charging station, an e-bike in a common area,

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General Insurance Broking
05 Aug 2026
11 min read
Queensland Commercial Property Is Booming — Is Your Insurance Keeping Pace?

Queensland has firmly established itself as Australia’s leading commercial property market. For owners, investors and occupiers across the state, that growth brings significant opportunity — and it also brings a more complex insurance landscape that demands specialist attention. Recent commercial

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04 Aug 2026
11 min read
Product Recall: Why Preparation Is the Difference Between Containment and Crisis

Food recalls are not rare events in Australia. They are not confined to large multinationals, nor are they limited to any single type of product or failure. For food and beverage manufacturers of every size, a recall can emerge from

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Sorry We Re Closed
03 Aug 2026
9 min read
Ransomware Hits Queensland Food Manufacturing: What the Sector Needs to Know

A North Queensland food and beverage manufacturing business became the target of a significant ransomware attack in June 2026, forcing the shutdown of production operations at the height of its busiest season and sending shockwaves through its regional supply chain.

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27 Jul 2026
4 min read
What Does a Commercial Insurance Broker Do?

About Barrack Broking A commercial insurance broker differs from an insurance company as they represent your business and serve as an advocate for your company in the event of a claim. A broker will provide tailored advice and solutions designed

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Stockfeed: food production insurance
21 Jul 2026
6 min read
Food Production Insurance: What Manufacturers and Stockfeed Producers Should Review

Food production businesses are under pressure from several directions at once. Input costs remain volatile, supply chains are less predictable, and compliance expectations continue to tighten across manufacturing, transport, storage, and distribution. At the same time, food production insurance is

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14 Jul 2026
7 min read
Insurance at Exchange or Settlement? What Australian Property Buyers Should Understand in 2026

Insurance at exchange or settlement is one of the more commonly misunderstood parts of a property transaction. Many buyers assume insurance only becomes relevant once settlement occurs. In practice, that is often too late. Depending on the contract terms, state

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07 Jul 2026
7 min read
Contractor Liability Risks in Construction Projects: What Businesses Should Review

Construction projects are becoming more contract-driven, compliance-heavy and operationally complex. At the same time, liability disputes are becoming harder to isolate to a single contractor, subcontractor or insurer. For many businesses in the sector, contractor liability is no longer just

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