Insurance
Business interruption insurance
11 April
A crucial though sometimes overlooked safeguard, business interruption insurance provides financial protection for companies facing unexpected disruptions. Â But who exactly is it for? The short answer: any business that wants to ensure continuity...[Read More]
A guide to hiring your first employee
10 April
So your business is getting so busy that you need a helping hand? Great stuff. Hereâs a guide to hiring your first employee. Congratulations â hiring your first employee is a mammoth step in the journey of any business. Itâs also a risky...[Read More]
Going out on your own: a guide to insurance for freelancers
4 April
Thereâs a lot to like about working for yourself, including freedom and flexibility. Â But itâs not without its risks. Things can go wrong, and your income and personal assets could be at risk without the right insurance cover. In a worst-case...[Read More]
How to manage inflation in your small business
3 April
While inflation may have peaked, Australian businesses of all stripes are feeling the pinch, and there may be a long road ahead. Wages, energy, raw materials and services have all become more expensive. So has the cost of servicing debt for small...[Read More]
What insurance do events companies need?
27 March
Each event comes with unique risks, from corporate conferences to music festivals. Weather disruptions, venue mishaps, supplier failures, and unforeseen cancellations are just a few pitfalls that could derail even the most meticulously planned...[Read More]
Protecting your business reputation and the role of insurance
27 March
When Saphia Smereka discovered her yet-to-open restaurant Kiki on Byron, at NSWâs popular Byron Beach, had received a series of fake, one-star-negative reviews in the lead-up to its doors opening, she perhaps wished insurance could have...[Read More]
How is artificial intelligence is transforming business insurance
20 March
Across Australia, businesses of all shapes and sizes are turning to information communication technology to automate repetitive tasks, reduce overheads and increase sales and profits. Â So is the insurance sector. Eighty percent of local...[Read More]
How to prepare for unexpected risks: business survival guide
20 March
Most small business owners are born optimists. After all, why take the plunge unless youâre confident you can stay afloat? But positive thinking can only take you so far. To succeed in business and stay on course, you also need to think about what...[Read More]
Resilium Partners acquires two more âhubâ businesses
13 March
In keeping with its ambitious growth strategy, Resilium Partners (part of the Envest Group) have announced the successful acquisition of Victorian based Ensure Risk Solutions and Adelaide based Protectit Insurance Services. Click here to...[Read More]
A guide to insurance for your hospitality business
13 March
Australia is home to more than 30,000 restaurants, 28,000 cafes and coffee shops and 9000 pubs, bars and nightclubs. If yours is one of them, youâre likely to be already familiar with some of the challenges that are part and parcel of...[Read More]
Small business insurance: things you need to know
6 March
Insurance can seem like a complex area, which is why itâs so important to understand the basics. Here, we explore some of the fundamental concepts that underpin most business insurance policies. An insurance policy has a number of different parts,...[Read More]
The danger of handshake agreements
6 March
Australians have always prided themselves on honouring the old handshake agreement. But unless you have agreements in writing, you might not have a proverbial leg to stand on. Weâve all done it before: you get a quote, you like what you hear and...[Read More]
Renters Insurance: benefits for tenants & landlords
29 February
If you live in a residential building or apartment complex, itâs natural for certain fears to cross your mind. For example, if a fire accident or flooding occurs through no fault of your own, who pays for the replacement of your possessions that...[Read More]
Managing new insurance risks in 2024
28 February
When youâre in business, youâre likely to experience your fair share of accidents, issues and upsets. The challenge is, they wonât always be the ones youâve anticipated and planned for.  Advancing technology and a changing economic...[Read More]
The Global business risks for 2024 â Navigating the new normal
21 February
In the ever-evolving landscape of global business, staying ahead of potential risks is paramount for companies of all sizes. As we dive into 2024, the findings from the latest Allianz Risk Barometer shed light on the emerging trends shaping the...[Read More]