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Pexels D Ng Nhan 324384 15707705: commercial property underinsurance
30 Jun 2026
6 min read
Why Underinsurance Is Becoming a Bigger Issue for Commercial Property Owners

Commercial property owners across Australia are facing a quieter but increasingly significant risk: underinsurance. For many businesses, the issue has not come from major operational changes or large property acquisitions. Instead, it has developed gradually through rising construction costs, inflation,

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Manufacturing: product recall risk
23 Jun 2026
8 min read
Product Recall Risk in Australia: What Manufacturers Should Review in 2026

A few years ago, most businesses would have associated product recalls with large multinational brands. That is not really the case anymore. Over the last couple of years, recalls have become more common across a broader range of industries in

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A Happy Female Teacher Sitting And Playing Hand Games With A Group Of Little Schoolchildren
22 Jun 2026
4 min read
Queensland’s Reportable Conduct Scheme: An important update for Childcare and Disability Support Organisations

A significant change to child safety law is approaching for Queensland organisations that work with children. The Reportable Conduct Scheme, introduced under the Child Safe Organisations Act 2024, will commence on 1 July 2026, with early childhood education and care

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Pexels Abdus Samad Mahkri 1624305361 37498323: Infrastructure
16 Jun 2026
8 min read
Infrastructure Investment and Construction Risk in 2026

Australia’s infrastructure pipeline remains substantial heading into 2026. Transport projects, energy transition works, housing-related infrastructure, data centres and public investment continue to drive activity across multiple sectors. At the same time, many businesses operating within construction and infrastructure are working

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Pexels Yankrukov 7793995; employment practices liability
09 Jun 2026
6 min read
Employment Practices Liability Is Becoming a Bigger Risk for Australian Businesses

Employment Practices Liability is becoming a bigger area of focus for Australian businesses as workplace expectations, compliance obligations, and employment-related disputes continue evolving. While many employment issues are not new, the level of scrutiny surrounding how businesses manage workplace behaviour,

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commercial lease insurance risks
02 Jun 2026
6 min read
Commercial Lease Insurance Risks: What Australian Businesses Should Review

For many Australian businesses, signing a commercial lease is primarily viewed as an operational decision. The focus is usually on rent, location, fit-out costs, and lease terms. But commercial lease insurance risks can extend well beyond the tenancy itself. Lease

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ASIC cyber resilience
28 May 2026
11 min read
ASIC Cyber Resilience Warning: Why Cyber Risk Is Now a Governance Issue

Cyber risk is not a new issue for Australian businesses, but the tone from regulators is changing. In a recent statement directed at financial services licensees and market participants, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) warned that artificial intelligence

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Pexels Rollz 19971195 aged care insurance provider
20 May 2026
7 min read
Aged Care Insurance Australia: 5 Critical Risk and Compliance Changes

What Changed — The Aged Care Act 2024 Aged care insurance in Australia needs to be looked at differently now. The Aged Care Act 2024 commenced on 1 November 2025, replacing legislation that had been in place since 1997. It

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