How to create and maintain an SMB inventory list
It can take just moments for fire, flood or thieves to wipe out years of hard work, asset accumulation and stock. But it can be […]
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ICA claims update for Townsville catastrophe
The catastrophic floods that swept across Townsville have resulted in 21,515 claims, with the estimated insurance losses of $887 million, according to the Insurance Council of […]
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How to protect your business against non-compliant cladding
The UK’s Grenfell Tower disaster has had widespread implications for professionals in Australia’s construction industry. Here’s how to help protect yourself if you’re a contractor […]
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Lessons learned from Sydney’s ‘catastrophic’ storm
Sydney’s violent hailstorm, which has left millions of dollars of damage in its wake, is a crucial reminder of how important it is to protect […]
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Why your business needs an extreme weather action plan
Extreme weather conditions are increasing around the world, and Australia is no exception. Experts predict this summer will, again, be one of the hottest on […]
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Royal Commission wraps up
The Royal Commission into Misconduct in the Banking, Superannuation and Financial Services Industry has now concluded its public hearings. The final round of hearings featured […]
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Countering cyber threats with insurance
Cybercrime is an increasingly worldwide phenomenon, and Australia is far from immune. With large-scale events such as the 2017 WannaCry attacks, it’s become evident just […]
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How to reduce your business insurance costs
More expensive premiums, higher excesses and narrower coverage are set to become an insurance reality for many Australian businesses. Here’s how SMB’s can prepare for […]
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Growth by Acquisition
In today’s current Economic Climate many businesses are electing to increase their growth by way of acquisition. Whilst this strategy remains sound there are many […]
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Social Media Scams
Social media – there is no escaping it. Over time, it has become a way of life, from humble beginnings as a platform for friends […]
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Reputations in the Financial Services Industry have been savaged!
The royal commission into Australia’s financial services sector continues to reveal how customers’ lives have been ruined by financial advice at the big banks, but […]
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Unfair contract laws to be extended to insurance
Many of you would be unaware that existing legislation dealing with unfair contracts, does not apply to insurance. Given the generally held distrust of insurers […]
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An employer’s right of dismissal for lies in a job application
Employers may sometimes come across job applicants who have embellished, exaggerated or stretched the truth about their qualifications, skills and experience in order to gain […]
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The hidden dangers in your mobile phone contract
Nobody likes checking documents with a fine-tooth comb, but being careful with your mobile phone contract can save you some expensive mistakes. We all know […]
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Are employee benefits the key to retaining good staff?
Some employers would say yes, but the experts agree that you can’t supplement a poor work culture with employee benefits. You can use employee benefits […]
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A Snapshot of the New Labour Hire Licensing Laws
The Labour Hire Licensing Act 2017 (Qld), which commenced on 16 April 2018, aims to protect workers from exploitation by providers of labour hire services […]
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Crypto Currencies – The rise of the cashless society
A ‘Cashless Society’ describes an economic state whereby Financial Transactions are not conducted with money in the forms of physical banknotes or coins, but rather […]
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hmis.com.au website launched
Steel Pacific Insurance Brokers have launched a dedicated website for our Heavy Machinery Insurance product – hmis.com.au. Details about the specific insurances a business in […]
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Travel Insurance and Credit Cards – what you need to know
Before your fly, check your insurance It’s imperative for travellers to have a full understanding of their Travel Insurance Policies prior to heading off on […]
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Don’t let the silly season get the better of you
Tips for keeping your home safe over Christmas Make your home less attractive to thieves. Do this by investing in outdoor lighting and other visual […]
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Christmas Safety
Tis the season to avoid online scammers In a bid to avoid Christmas crowds, online shopping during the festive season is very appealing. And while […]
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House deposits – is Airbnb the answer? New company offering down payments with a catch
Down payment with a catch It’s getting harder and harder for many to enter the housing market, but a new start-up in America is making […]
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Airbnb – what are your rights?
Do you have rights to share your home? Airbnb has become a central player in the sharing economy in the last decade. While its usage […]
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Cyclone season is upon us
That’s not a cyclone…this is a cyclone Although the effects of Cyclones Debbie, Yasi, Marcia and Larry are generally well known, these are dwarfed by […]
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