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Private health insurance in Australia can help singles and families plan for hospital treatment and everyday extras such as dental care. Understanding hospital and extras cover, waiting periods and out-of-pocket costs helps you weigh your needs and budget. Explore our health insurance articles, guides and news — or connect with a health insurance broker from our Australia-wide referral partner network who can discuss your needs and compare available options.

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    Insurance News

    Insurance Inquiry Delay Keeps Tradie Cover Concerns in Focus
    Insurance Inquiry Delay Keeps Tradie Cover Concerns in Focus
    28 Oct 2026: Paige Estritori
    A federal parliamentary inquiry into small business insurance has reportedly pushed back its final report from 27 October 2026 to 26 February 2027, extending the wait for recommendations on insurance affordability, availability and regulation. For Australian tradies and small trade businesses, the delay matters because the inquiry is examining the types of cover many operators rely on daily, including public liability, professional indemnity, cyber risk and business interruption insurance. - read more
    Broker Code Overhaul Puts Renewals and Disclosure in Focus
    Broker Code Overhaul Puts Renewals and Disclosure in Focus
    28 Oct 2026: Paige Estritori
    A new Insurance Brokers Code of Practice has been launched by the National Insurance Brokers Association, putting clearer disclosure, renewal contact and client support standards on the agenda for Australian businesses that use brokers to arrange cover. The 2027 Code takes effect on 1 January 2027 and is designed to set out, in plainer language, what clients should be able to expect from subscribing insurance brokers. - read more
    Income Protection Complaints Remain a Key Life Insurance Pressure Point
    Income Protection Complaints Remain a Key Life Insurance Pressure Point
    28 Oct 2026: Paige Estritori
    The Australian Financial Complaints Authority’s latest annual review has put income protection insurance back in focus, with the product again attracting the highest number of life insurance complaints in 2025-26. The figures are a useful reminder that the real value of cover is tested not at purchase, but when illness or injury interrupts a person’s capacity to earn. - read more
    Farm Flood Dispute Shows the Cost of Delayed Claims Handling
    Farm Flood Dispute Shows the Cost of Delayed Claims Handling
    28 Oct 2026: Paige Estritori
    A recent Australian Financial Complaints Authority determination involving a flooded farmhouse has put claims handling back under the microscope for rural policyholders, after the insurer was ordered to pay almost $432,000 across building repairs, additional temporary accommodation, professional costs and compensation for non-financial loss. The decision, dated 27 August 2026 and reported by Insurance News on 15 October 2026, is a useful reminder that the practical aftermath of a farm flood can extend well beyond the first clean-up. - read more
    Truck Claim Dispute Shows Disclosure Evidence Matters
    Truck Claim Dispute Shows Disclosure Evidence Matters
    24 Oct 2026: Paige Estritori
    A recent Australian Financial Complaints Authority decision involving a vandalised Hino truck is a useful reminder that disclosure disputes in commercial motor insurance turn on evidence, not assumptions. Reported by insuranceNEWS.com.au on 15 October 2026, the matter ended with Suncorp being ordered to reinstate the policy and reassess the claim after AFCA found the insurer had not proved that undisclosed driving history would have justified refusing the risk. - read more
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    How to Choose the Best Family Health Cover for Your Needs
    How to Choose the Best Family Health Cover for Your Needs
    With healthcare being a critical aspect of every family's well-being in Australia, securing the right family health insurance is not just a necessity but a responsibility. Recognizing the importance of this safety net is the first step towards safeguarding the future health needs of your loved ones. Balancing comprehensive coverage against affordable premiums can seem overwhelming with a multitude of plans available. - read more
    Private health insurance rebate, Lifetime Health Cover and Medicare Levy Surcharge explained
    Private health insurance rebate, Lifetime Health Cover and Medicare Levy Surcharge explained
    The private health insurance rebate, Lifetime Health Cover loading and Medicare Levy Surcharge can all affect what Australians pay for private health cover. This guide explains how each rule works, how they interact, and what to check before choosing or reviewing a policy. - read more
    How switching health funds works in Australia
    How switching health funds works in Australia
    Switching health funds in Australia can be straightforward, but it is worth understanding portability, waiting periods, cancellation timing and what to check before changing private health cover. - read more
    Unlocking Affordable Health Insurance: Tips to Reduce Your Premiums
    Unlocking Affordable Health Insurance: Tips to Reduce Your Premiums
    The current health insurance landscape in Australia can be quite confusing for many people. With numerous options available, it’s not always clear which to choose to balance your budget with your needs. Premiums are on the rise, and Australians are becoming increasingly concerned about the costs of maintaining adequate coverage. - read more
    The Importance of Comparing Health Insurance Extras for Maximum Savings
    The Importance of Comparing Health Insurance Extras for Maximum Savings
    Health insurance is more than just a precautionary measure; it's a vital component in managing both your health and financial well-being. In Australia, where healthcare costs can quickly escalate, health insurance extras serve as a buffer, ensuring that services like dental, optical, and physiotherapy remain within reach. These extras can significantly reduce the out-of-pocket expenses you might otherwise encounter for non-hospital treatments. - read more

    Knowledgebase
    Term Life Insurance:
    A life insurance that provides a cover for a specific period of time - usually one to five years or until the insured reaches age 65 or 70.

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