INSURANCE

Superannuation

Australians have the right attitude towards their super, but many are still not aware of the additional services their fund provides, according to research by the Austral...

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Editorial

Insurers need to reach into their own pockets to address underinsurance, writes Tim Browne....

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Financial planning

Getting ready for the end of the tax year needs year-round thought, writes Janine Mace. She explains what financial planners should be telling their clients....

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Editorial

Col Fullagar outlines the much-overlooked ‘home duties’ total and permanent disablement (TPD) insurance cover and examines the criteria for those who can bene...

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People & Products

Australian Unity has appointed Mark Oliver to head up its risk insurance channel and help strengthen the firm’s relationship with accounting firms....

Tools & guides

Jeffrey Scott explains transitional relief for superannuation funds and the deductibility of disability benefit premiums....

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Life/Risk

In the wake of the Queensland floods, the Federal Government and Insurance Council of Australia (ICA) have agreed to develop a mandatory definition of ‘flood’...

Financial planning

AMP has turned in a solid full-year result underpinned by growth in contemporary wealth management....

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Financial planning

Solid fund flows have seen BT help Westpac to a solid first quarter performance, despite the drag of natural disasters....

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Financial planning

Big general insurer has strong first half undermined by natural disasters....

Editorial

There are a number of factors to consider when choosing the appropriate risk insurance contract for clients. Col Fullagar explains the details....

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Editorial

In the shadow of the GFC and tightened spending, Tim Browne explains why the insurance needs of clients are now more pertinent than ever....

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Financial planning

Zurich extends its presence in the group life market with the acquisition of IUS Life....

Financial planning

Zurich extends its presence in the group life market with the acquisition of IUS Life....

Financial planning

AXA Australia has signed a deal with the Royal Automotive Club of Victoria (RACV) which will see the company offer a discount on its life insurance products to RACV&#8217...

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