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GMHBA launches new member app

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Thursday 2 November 2023 GMHBA launches new member app We know life’s busy, and managing your health insurance shouldn’t add to your never-ending to-do list. Members can now get the most out of their GMHBA membership, with our new app.  Made with members in mind, everything’s just a tap away.  The app shows the members … Continued

IBCCC report expresses concern about reporting practices

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In its 2022 Annual Data Report, the Insurance Brokers Code Compliance Committee (IBCCC) welcomed an increase in the number of brokers that reported breaches and complaints but had concerns that too many continue to report zero breaches or complaints. The report, based on data sourced from Code subscribers’ Annual Compliance Statements (ACS) reveals that a … Continued

BizCover urges small businesses to review their business insurance ahead of summer.

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The ‘silly season’ is the biggest time of the year for many small businesses. But with their minds on increased summer trading, small business owners may be overlooking a key risk: underinsurance. “Underinsurance is more than just an industry buzzword,” says Brad Miller, General Manager of BizCover, Australia’s leading small business insurance platform. “For many … Continued

Gap-free fillings to provide hip-pocket and tooth pain relief

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In an Australian first, eligible Bupa health insurance members will collectively save millions of dollars in dental costs, with patients to receive no out-of-pocket costs for general dental fillings at Bupa Dental clinics. From 1 November 2023, members with eligible Extras cover who attend participating Bupa Dental clinics will also receive a no-gap experience across … Continued

Gap-free fillings to provide hip-pocket and tooth pain relief

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In an Australian first, eligible Bupa health insurance members will collectively save millions of dollars in dental costs, with patients to receive no out-of-pocket costs for general dental fillings at Bupa Dental clinics. From 1 November 2023, members with eligible Extras cover who attend participating Bupa Dental clinics will also receive a no-gap experience across … Continued

General Insurance Code Governance Committee continues efforts to improve compliance and accountability

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The General Insurance Code Governance Committee’s (CGC) Annual Report highlights its ongoing efforts to improve industry compliance and accountability. The report, released today, details how the CGC’s recent inquiry uncovered the high over-turn rate of claims initially denied on grounds of wear and tear following complaints customers. This underscores its pivotal role in driving systemic … Continued

Is your home safe? Insurance loopholes and challenges to avoid this bushfire season

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The 2020 Black Summer bushfires were catastrophic and engulfed parts of the Australian southeast coast on an unprecedented scale. They caused extensive damage to properties, which led many survivors to seek help from their insurance companies with rebuilding.  “Bushfires are becoming more prevalent,” says insurance expert, Professor Michael Sherris from the School of Risk and … Continued

Thankyou Super: Revealing Australia’s Secret Financial Lifeline.

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In an era where financial security remains a significant concern for many Australians, the emergence of a lifeline that many had previously been unaware of has been transforming countless lives. Leading this wave of financial empowerment is Thankyou Super, an organisation dedicated to assisting Australians in navigating the often-complex realm of Total and Permanent Disability … Continued

THANKYOU SUPER Launches to Empower Australians in Achieving Financial Stability Amidst Health Challenges

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In the intricate and ever-shifting financial landscape of Australia, THANKYOU SUPER emerges as a beacon of clarity and direction for those seeking expert guidance on financial entitlements. Recognised not merely as a consultation agency but as a vital support system, they’ve formed robust alliances with some of Australia’s foremost specialists in the realm of Total … Continued

EARLY BUSHFIRES A REMINDER OF THE NEED FOR GOOD PREPARATIONS

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Off the back of recent bushfires in the Gippsland region, RACV has provided bushfire safety advice to prepare Victorians for the summer ahead. The Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) has declared that the El Niño weather pattern is active over the Pacific Ocean for the first time in eight years. An El Niño will mean reduced … Continued