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Insurers Welcome Govt Decision To Keep NHC Levy Unchanged
Thursday, 20 November 2025, 9:22 am | Insurance Council of NZ
The levy, collected by insurers on behalf of the Government, helps ensure the NHC is funded to provide basic cover for natural disasters such as earthquakes, landslides and flooding. More >>
Survey Reveals Kiwis Concerned About Natural Hazards Driving Up Insurance Costs
Saturday, 15 November 2025, 2:29 pm | Insurance Council of NZ
"These results show that New Zealanders are highly aware of the pressures natural hazards and climate change are placing on insurance," ICNZ Chief Executive Kris Faafoi said. More >>
Govt’s National Adaptation Framework A Vital First Step
Thursday, 16 October 2025, 7:18 pm | Insurance Council of NZ
Under the framework, councils will be required to develop 30-year adaptation plans for priority locations facing flood and coastal hazards, setting out actions, costs, and funding mechanisms. More >>
Insurers Call For Stronger Direction On Reducing Natural Hazard Risk
Thursday, 7 August 2025, 9:30 am | Insurance Council of NZ
"New Zealand faces significant natural hazard risks, including flooding, landslips, coastal inundation and sea level rise and these risks are intensifying with the science indicating the prospect of more frequent and severe climate related events," ICNZ ... More >>
Insurers Step Up As Recovery Gets Underway
Sunday, 29 June 2025, 2:52 pm | Insurance Council of NZ
"If your property has been affected, contact your insurer. They can help arrange assessments for your home and any affected land," ICNZ Chief Executive Kris Faafoi said. More >>
ICNZ Annual Review 2024 Released
Wednesday, 30 April 2025, 12:18 pm | Insurance Council of NZ
"While 2024 has been relatively calm for major events In New Zealand, the opportunities and challenges for the insurance industry mirror those for New Zealand - how we collectively manage the risks from a changing climate and protect Kiwis against unexpected events." More >>
Half Of Kiwis Seek Action On Climate
Friday, 28 February 2025, 9:29 am | Insurance Council of NZ
A sizeable majority of 83% of respondents believe there should be more control on where properties are built so they are not at risk from flooding, similar to previous surveys. More >>
ICNZ Welcomes Updated NZ Insurance Laws
Thursday, 14 November 2024, 5:47 pm | Insurance Council of NZ
"We welcome the passing of the Contracts of Insurance Bill and strengthen New Zealand’s financial wellbeing. It’s long overdue and will benefit consumers and insurers," ICNZ chief executive Kris Faafoi said. More >>
Commonwealth Insurance Peaks Collaborate On Global Insurance Protection Gap
Monday, 21 October 2024, 12:12 pm | Insurance Council of NZ
The Association of British Insurers (ABI), the IBC, the Insurance Council of Australia (ICA), and the ICNZ, have jointly written to the Prime Ministers of their respective nations calling for the issue to be put on the agenda as part of the Commonwealth ... More >>
Cross Party Consensus Needed To Prepare NZ For Increased Climate Risk
Tuesday, 1 October 2024, 3:13 pm | Insurance Council of NZ
New Zealand is particularly vulnerable to natural hazards risks and the report shows the pressing need to adapt to the changing climate. The Auckland Anniversary Weekend and Cyclone Gabrielle events resulted in nearly $4 billion in insurance claims. More >>
