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Income Protection Insurance Calculator
Find out how much monthly disability income protection insurance you qualify for. Use our calculator to estimate cover levels tailored to your income and needs.

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Farm Insurance Articles

The Modern Farmer's Checklist for Assessing Farm Equipment Insurance Needs
The Modern Farmer's Checklist for Assessing Farm Equipment Insurance Needs
As the backbone of Australian agriculture, farm equipment plays an essential role in day-to-day operations across our expansive and diverse landscapes. From the vast wheat belts to the tropical fruit farms, machinery ensures efficiency and productivity in the face of constant challenges. But with reliance on such equipment comes significant risk—the financial burden of damage or loss can be devastating to a farmer's livelihood. - read more
Farm Liability Insurance Costs vs. Benefits: Is It Worth It?
Farm Liability Insurance Costs vs. Benefits: Is It Worth It?
Farm liability insurance is a type of coverage that protects farmers from financial losses due to legal claims and lawsuits. This insurance is crucial for safeguarding your farm against various liabilities that may arise from farm operations. - read more
How to Safeguard Your Farm: A Guide for Australian Farmers
How to Safeguard Your Farm: A Guide for Australian Farmers
Farming is inherently risky. With factors like weather, pests, and market fluctuations affecting crops, it's crucial to manage these risks effectively. - read more
Risk Management and Insurance Options for Farmers
Risk Management and Insurance Options for Farmers
Risk management is the practice of identifying, assessing, and prioritizing risks followed by coordinated efforts to minimize, monitor, and control the probability or impact of unfortunate events. In farming, risk management involves various strategies to protect the financial health and operational stability of the farm. - read more
A Farmer's Guide to Essential Farm Insurance Terminology
A Farmer's Guide to Essential Farm Insurance Terminology
Farming is a vital industry in Australia, requiring significant investment in equipment, crops, livestock, and labour. As with any major investment, protecting it is crucial. That's where farm insurance comes in. - read more
How to Protect Your Harvest: Tips for Choosing the Right Crop Insurance
How to Protect Your Harvest: Tips for Choosing the Right Crop Insurance
Farming, at its core, is an enterprise fraught with uncertainty. Weather calamities, pests, diseases, and fluctuating market conditions can all impact the output and quality of produce. This is where crop insurance proves its worth, serving as a safety net for farmers against the myriad risks they face each season. - read more
Understanding Farm Equipment Insurance: A Breakdown for Australian Farmers
Understanding Farm Equipment Insurance: A Breakdown for Australian Farmers
In the dynamic world of Australian agriculture, farm equipment plays a crucial role in the day-to-day operations of farms. From tractors to harvesters, having the right machinery means managing your farm more efficiently. However, the high value of this equipment makes it essential to protect it adequately through insurance. - read more
Common Pitfalls to Avoid When Insuring Your Farm Equipment
Common Pitfalls to Avoid When Insuring Your Farm Equipment
In the world of agriculture, having the right insurance coverage is essential. Farming is a high-risk industry that deals with unpredictable elements, and insuring your farm equipment can safeguard your livelihood. - read more
Insurance for Hobby Farms: Finding the Right Coverage
Insurance for Hobby Farms: Finding the Right Coverage
Hobby farming has become increasingly popular in Australia, with many individuals and families embracing the joys of growing their own produce, raising livestock, and enjoying a rural lifestyle. Whether it's a small vegetable garden, a few chickens, or a larger mixed farming operation, hobby farms offer both relaxation and a connection to nature. - read more
Tractors, Livestock, and Crops: Tailoring Your Farm Insurance to Fit Your Needs
Tractors, Livestock, and Crops: Tailoring Your Farm Insurance to Fit Your Needs
Welcome to the world of farming, where the fruits of your labor are as tangible as the soil you till. But just as the land is subject to the whims of nature, so too is the business of agriculture. This is where farm insurance becomes essential. Farmers face a set of challenges and uncertainties unlike any other industry, primarily due to the unpredictable forces of weather. - read more

Insurance News

Australian Government Enacts Stringent Reforms to Protect NDIS Integrity
Australian Government Enacts Stringent Reforms to Protect NDIS Integrity
02 May 2026: Paige Estritori
The Australian Government has enacted significant reforms to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) to enhance its integrity and sustainability. These measures aim to protect the scheme from exploitation and ensure it continues to serve Australians with permanent and significant disabilities effectively. - read more
TAL Unveils Innovative TPD Support Option and Enhanced Income Protection for Self-Employed Australians
TAL Unveils Innovative TPD Support Option and Enhanced Income Protection for Self-Employed Australians
02 May 2026: Paige Estritori
Leading Australian life insurer TAL has announced significant enhancements to its flagship retail product, Accelerated Protection. These updates include the introduction of the Total and Permanent Disability (TPD) Support Option and strengthened income protection features tailored for self-employed individuals. - read more
Rising Claims Costs Challenge Australian Insurers Amid Natural Disasters
Rising Claims Costs Challenge Australian Insurers Amid Natural Disasters
02 May 2026: Paige Estritori
Recent natural disasters have significantly impacted the Australian insurance industry, leading to a substantial increase in claims costs. According to KPMG's annual review, the general insurance sector reported a profit after tax of $5.2 billion for the calendar year 2025, a decrease from $6.2 billion in 2024. - read more
EML Group's Strategic Acquisition of Guild Insurance to Drive Growth and Innovation
EML Group's Strategic Acquisition of Guild Insurance to Drive Growth and Innovation
02 May 2026: Paige Estritori
In a significant move within the Australian insurance industry, EML Group has acquired a 70% stake in Guild Insurance, forming a strategic partnership aimed at fostering growth and accelerating technological advancements. This collaboration combines Guild's extensive experience in general insurance and workers' compensation with EML's expertise in injury claims management and technology-driven solutions. - read more
Declining Commercial Insurance Prices in Australia Present Opportunities for Businesses
Declining Commercial Insurance Prices in Australia Present Opportunities for Businesses
02 May 2026: Paige Estritori
The Australian commercial insurance market is experiencing a continued decline in prices, presenting opportunities for businesses to enhance their coverage. According to reports from global brokers Marsh and Aon, commercial insurance rates in the Pacific region, led by Australia, fell by 12% in the last quarter of 2025, marking the steepest drop since reductions began in early 2024. - read more
ACCC Halts IAG's Bid to Acquire RAC WA's Insurance Division
ACCC Halts IAG's Bid to Acquire RAC WA's Insurance Division
02 May 2026: Paige Estritori
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has recently opposed the proposed acquisition of the Royal Automobile Club of Western Australia's (RAC WA) insurance arm by Insurance Australia Group (IAG). This decision follows a comprehensive six-month investigation into the potential impacts of the $1.35 billion deal. - read more
ASIC Calls for Improved Practices Among Home Insurers
ASIC Calls for Improved Practices Among Home Insurers
02 May 2026: Paige Estritori
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has recently highlighted the need for home insurers to enhance their oversight of independent experts and improve communication with consumers, particularly concerning cash settlements. This call to action stems from ASIC's ongoing efforts to ensure that insurers provide fair and transparent services to policyholders. - read more
Interim Review Highlights Strengthened Consumer Protections in Life Insurance
Interim Review Highlights Strengthened Consumer Protections in Life Insurance
02 May 2026: Paige Estritori
The interim report of the ongoing review of Australia's Life Insurance Code of Practice (Life Code) has been released, receiving positive feedback from the country's life insurers. Led by financial sector expert Peter Kell, the review involved extensive engagement with the community, consumer advocates, and regulators to ensure the Life Code remains robust, relevant, and trusted. - read more
Insights from APRA and ASIC's 2025 Life Insurance Data Release
Insights from APRA and ASIC's 2025 Life Insurance Data Release
02 May 2026: Paige Estritori
The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) and the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) have jointly released the Life Insurance Claims and Disputes Statistics for the year ending December 31, 2025. This comprehensive report provides valuable insights into the performance of the life insurance industry, highlighting key trends in claims and disputes that are crucial for both consumers and industry stakeholders. - read more
Swiss Re Suspends New Life Insurance Operations in Australia
Swiss Re Suspends New Life Insurance Operations in Australia
02 May 2026: Paige Estritori
Swiss Re Life & Health Australia has announced a suspension of new life insurance business activities in the country, effective October 2025. This decision stems from concerns over the sustainability of Total Permanent Disability (TPD) insurance products, which have seen a significant rise in claims, particularly related to mental health. - read more

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Elimination Period:
The time period between an injury and the receipt of benefit payments from an insurer, particularly in disability insurance.