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Avoid Costly Replacements: Insurance Tips for Australian Tradespeople
Avoid Costly Replacements: Insurance Tips for Australian Tradespeople
Tradespeople in Australia rely heavily on their tools and equipment to get the job done. Whether you are a carpenter, electrician, plumber, or any other type of tradesperson, your tools are essential to your daily operations. - read more
Why Tradies Need Tailored Insurance Coverage: A Comprehensive Guide
Why Tradies Need Tailored Insurance Coverage: A Comprehensive Guide
In Australia, a 'tradie' is a commonly used term for someone working in the trades, such as plumbers, electricians, builders, or carpenters. Tradies play a vital role in maintaining and improving our homes, businesses, and infrastructure. - read more
Trade Insurance Made Easy: Streamlining Your Paperwork
Trade Insurance Made Easy: Streamlining Your Paperwork
Insurance is a crucial aspect of business for tradespeople. Whether you are a sole trader or run a small trades business, having the right insurance coverage protects you from unexpected financial burdens. - read more

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Queensland WorkCover Freeze Offers Breathing Room for Tradie Employers
Queensland WorkCover Freeze Offers Breathing Room for Tradie Employers
29 Jun 2026: Paige Estritori
Queensland trade businesses have received a welcome measure of cost certainty, with WorkCover Queensland’s average premium rate to remain unchanged for the 2026-27 financial year. The rate will stay at $1.343 per $100 of wages, marking the second consecutive year without an increase. - read more
General Insurance Code Review Could Change the Claims Experience for Tradies
General Insurance Code Review Could Change the Claims Experience for Tradies
22 Jun 2026: Paige Estritori
Australia’s general insurance sector is edging closer to a major update to the rules that shape how insurers deal with customers, including small business owners and self-employed tradespeople. Financial Services Minister Daniel Mulino has signalled he wants meaningful progress on the review of the General Insurance Code of Practice, with the industry preparing a redrafted version for consultation. - read more
HiPages Expands Services with VIZ Insurance Acquisition
HiPages Expands Services with VIZ Insurance Acquisition
15 Jun 2026: Paige Estritori
HiPages Group Holdings, a leading Australian online platform connecting homeowners with tradespeople, has recently acquired a 51% stake in VIZ Insurance. This strategic acquisition marks HiPages' entry into the insurance distribution sector, aiming to provide comprehensive services tailored for tradespeople across Australia. - read more
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Loss Ratio:
The ratio of claims paid by an insurer to the premiums earned, used as a measure of profitability.