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New research from insurers AMI, State and NZI revealed that 86% of people would now consider climate risk when choosing a home, compared to 55% just two years ago. The research found that house hunters rank weather and natural disa...
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Melissa Cantell, appointed last year to lead Aon’s NZ business, speaks to CoverNote about her experiences in the industry and her hopes for the sector. Cantell’s career has included spells as chief executive officer at Fid...
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The government has introduced its Contracts of Insurance Bill, with the proposed law passing its first reading on 2 May. Under the bill, insurers would bear the greater burden of disclosure obligations. Opposition parties have agre...
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Returning ‘home’ to where it all began with a fresh perspective and new-found energy has been a dream come true for NZI’s new Auckland and northern regional manager, EK Nielsen. EK is a self-proclaimed...
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The Marsh McLennan Global Risks Report 2024 captures insights from nearly 1,500 business leaders and experts worldwide, providing a short-, medium- and longer-term perspective on unfolding risk to help organisations make informed,...
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By Andrew Horne, partner, Nick Frith, partner, Lloyd Kavanagh, partner & Hann...
The team at MinterEllisonRuddWatts share their views on the Contracts of Insurance Bill, and how it will reshape the market. The Contracts of Insurance Bill, now a government Bill (Bill), has had its first reading and has...Feature
For decades, levies on insurance premiums have funded New Zealand’s Fire and Emergency service (FENZ), with 95% of the organisation’s funding paid for by insurance buyers in the year to June 2023. While the insurance...
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Larrissa Wade director of Gulf Island Insurance joined PSC Connect as a member broker six months ago. Gulf Island Insurance on Waiheke Island is dedicated to offering top-notch general insurance advice, fostering strong client...
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Key elements leaders must consider in crisis management
Gallagher Bassett New Zealand reflected on the significance of crisis readiness on the first anniversary of the devastating Cyclone Gabrielle. Chief executive Craig Furness said building knowledge within organisations was a key...
