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Stay Informed, Stay Ahead

Tuesday, 2nd of September 2025 Reading time 30 minutes

Australia News

  • Monkey bites and bag snatches among the most unusual claims from Australian tourists in Bali

    Southern Cross Travel Insurance received reports of monkey bites and reef cuts, and Bali Belly has been rife with a 79% spike in January 2025 compared to the same time last year.

    Southern Cross Travel Insurance received reports of monkey bites and reef cuts, and Bali Belly has been rife with a 79% spike in January 2025 compared to the same time last year.
  • Australia’s DroneShield unveils new insights on evolving drone risks

    The Sydney-based innovator released its 8th CUAS Factbook, providing an accessible overview of counter-drone technologies, industry trends, and evolving UAS threats.

    The Sydney-based innovator released its 8th CUAS Factbook, providing an accessible overview of counter-drone technologies, industry trends, and evolving UAS threats.
  • ASIC targets websites duping consumers with fake Celebrity investment schemes

    In 2025, the regulator has shut down over 330 scam investment sites using celebrity images — a 25% rise on last year.

    In 2025, the regulator has shut down over 330 scam investment sites using celebrity images — a 25% rise on last year.

New Zealand News

  • Marsh releases global construction risk review

    Construction makes up 13% of global GDP, underpinning all industries, so adapting to today’s changing landscape is vital for growth.

    Construction makes up 13% of global GDP, underpinning all industries, so adapting to today’s changing landscape is vital for growth.
  • Milestone reached as Minister approves revised Financial Advice Code

    Effective 1 November, the revised code marks a deep cultural shift by mandating the continual development of competence, knowledge and skill.

    Effective 1 November, the revised code marks a deep cultural shift by mandating the continual development of competence, knowledge and skill.
  • FMA warns deepfake scammers targeting NZ Leaders

    Fraudsters are using deepfake videos to impersonate business figures, tricking victims with fake investments and bogus advice.

    Fraudsters are using deepfake videos to impersonate business figures, tricking victims with fake investments and bogus advice.

South-East Asia News

  • Marsh releases global construction risk review

    Accounting for 13% of global GDP, construction underpins nearly every industry. Its role in economic growth makes adapting to today’s shifting commercial landscape essential for continued prosperity and resilience.

    Accounting for 13% of global GDP, construction underpins nearly every industry. Its role in economic growth makes adapting to today’s shifting commercial landscape essential for continued prosperity and resilience.
  • World Health Organisation releases guidance on occupational heat stress

    With extreme heat events becoming more frequent, outdoor and indoor workers are at risk of heatstroke and declining productivity by 2–3% for every degree above 20°C.

    With extreme heat events becoming more frequent, outdoor and indoor workers are at risk of heatstroke and declining productivity by 2–3% for every degree above 20°C.
  • Malaysia’s insurance bodies call for an increase to the age limit of insurance policies

    Chua Kim Soon, CEO of the General Insurance Association of Malaysia, says raising age limits is both a social imperative and market opportunity, provided products remain sustainable and fairly priced.

    Chua Kim Soon, CEO of the General Insurance Association of Malaysia, says raising age limits is both a social imperative and market opportunity, provided products remain sustainable and fairly priced.

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    Tuesday Deep Dives: How to Ensure Your Clients Get Claims Paid Sooner

    In this technically focused session, Rob Martin from Martin Minett will explore the end-to-end claim
    Tuesday, 2 September 2025
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    Thursday Thought-Leaders: Future-Proofing the Workforce: Closing Australia’s Finance, Tech & Business Skills Gap

    Join Emily Dabbs, Head of Macro Consulting at Oxford Economics Australia, as she unpacks the finding
    Thursday, 4 September 2025
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    Thursday Thought-Leaders: How to Have a Difficult Conversation

    Join Moran Baillie, Leadership Coach & Workshops Facilitator, as she provides effective ways to appr
    Thursday, 25 September 2025
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    Thursday Thought-Leaders:Fast-Tracking Claims Excellence: Timeliness, Customer Experience & Practical Solutions

    Join David McDonald and Stuart Brown from The Bridge International as they share insights and strate
    Thursday, 11 September 2025
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  • Latest Articles

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    Can We Prevent Another Pandemic?

    During COVID-19, medicine and technology developed at an unprecedented rate. Could this mean the end
    19 Aug 2025
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    Five insurance lessons from China's EV market

    China is leading the world in the transition to electric vehicles. Here’s what insurers can learn, a
    18 Aug 2025
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    Knock-for-knock: rethinking liability and coverage for on-site worker injuries

    Once a simple solution to contractual liability, knock-for-knock clauses may expose insurers and ins
    13 Aug 2025
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    What counts as "discipline" as a defence in psychological injury cases?

    The Colin Joss & Co Pty Limited v Williams case of psychological injury demonstrates how not to use
    07 Aug 2025
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    The Australian Insurance Industry Awards celebrate the outstanding achievements of Australian organi
    Thursday, 21 August 2025
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    The AICLA/ANZIIF Claims Convention (CC25) is the leading insurance claims event in Australasia, attr
    Wednesday, 17 September 2025
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    Wednesday, 12 November 2025
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    13th New Zealand Insurance Industry Awards

    The New Zealand Insurance Industry Awards celebrate the outstanding achievements of New Zealand orga
    Thursday, 27 November 2025
    Cordis Auckland, New Zealand
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