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New Specialty Capacity Arrives for Australian Construction Risks
New Specialty Capacity Arrives for Australian Construction Risks
03 Nov 2026: Paige Estritori
Munich Re Specialty's formal entry into the Australian primary specialty insurance market on 2 November 2026 is a notable development for builders, contractors, developers and project owners watching capacity across construction, engineering and surety lines. The Sydney-based operation is initially focused on property, construction and engineering, mining and surety business, with a stated emphasis on commercial and mid-market clients. - read more
Safety Data Puts Construction Insurance Discipline Back in the Spotlight
Safety Data Puts Construction Insurance Discipline Back in the Spotlight
15 Sep 2026: Paige Estritori
The latest national work health and safety picture is another reminder that construction risk is not confined to the site fence. When injury, fatality and serious incident trends remain elevated, the consequences can flow directly into insurance outcomes for builders, subcontractors, developers and project managers. - read more
Falls From Height Are Back in Focus for Construction Risk
Falls From Height Are Back in Focus for Construction Risk
08 Sep 2026: Paige Estritori
Renewed regulatory and industry attention on falls from height is a timely warning for Australian builders, subcontractors and project managers. While falls are usually discussed as a work health and safety issue first, they also sit squarely inside the insurance conversation because a serious incident can trigger workers compensation claims, public liability exposure, contractual disputes, investigation costs and reputational damage. - read more
Why Slower Building Approvals Can Become an Insurance Issue
Why Slower Building Approvals Can Become an Insurance Issue
01 Sep 2026: Paige Estritori
Australia’s latest building approvals commentary has again highlighted a difficult reality for the construction sector: the national housing task is ambitious, but the project pipeline remains uneven. Industry groups have pointed to approvals volatility, planning delays and capacity constraints as continuing barriers to lifting housing supply at the pace governments want. - read more
Workers Compensation Costs Are Back on the Construction Risk Agenda
Workers Compensation Costs Are Back on the Construction Risk Agenda
25 Aug 2026: Paige Estritori
Workers compensation is again moving from a payroll administration issue to a strategic insurance concern for construction firms. Recent attention on state scheme performance, premium settings and claims pressure is a timely reminder that builders and contractors cannot treat statutory cover as separate from the rest of their risk programme. - read more

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The Role of Cyber Insurance in Safeguarding Construction Companies
The Role of Cyber Insurance in Safeguarding Construction Companies
The construction industry is undergoing a digital transformation, embracing technology to streamline operations, enhance project management, and improve efficiency. As construction companies integrate digital tools, they also expose themselves to new cyber risks that were less of a concern in the past. - read more
Factors That Influence Construction Business Insurance Costs in Australia
Factors That Influence Construction Business Insurance Costs in Australia
Construction business insurance costs can vary widely between builders, contractors and subcontractors. This guide explains the common factors insurers may consider when assessing premiums, including business activities, project values, cover limits, claims history and subcontractor use. - read more
NSW Construction Compliance Update: Professional Indemnity Insurance Requirements from 1 July 2026
NSW Construction Compliance Update: Professional Indemnity Insurance Requirements from 1 July 2026
The NSW construction industry is approaching a major compliance milestone. From 1 July 2026, a registered building practitioner in NSW must be indemnified under an insurance policy for work they carry out in that capacity. This change sits within the broader compliance framework established under the Design and Building Practitioners Act 2020 (NSW) and supporting regulation, which have progressively lifted accountability standards across building and construction work in the state. - read more
Professional Indemnity Insurance for Construction Professionals in Australia
Professional Indemnity Insurance for Construction Professionals in Australia
Professional indemnity insurance can be important for Australian construction professionals who provide design, certification, consulting, project management or other professional services. This guide explains when it may be needed, what types of errors it may respond to, and how it differs from public liability and contract works insurance. - read more
Exploring Contract Works Insurance: What Construction Firms Need to Know
Exploring Contract Works Insurance: What Construction Firms Need to Know
Contract Works Insurance is a pivotal coverage for businesses in the construction industry. This type of insurance is designed to protect building works against damage or loss during construction. It bridges the gap between starting a project and completing it, providing financial security in case something unexpected occurs. Whether it's a fire, theft, weather damage, or accidental damage during building, Contract Works Insurance has you covered. - read more

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