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ICNZ Confirms Insurers Here To Help Customers During New Zealand’s Alert Level 4 Period
Wednesday, 25 March 2020, 5:25 pm | Insurance Council of New Zealand
The Insurance Council of New Zealand (ICNZ) has welcomed the confirmation from the New Zealand Government that insurance is one of the identified essential services to New Zealanders during the Covid-19 Alert Level 4 period - in place from 11:59 ... More >>
Travel Advisory - Coronavirus (COVID-19) And Travel Insurance Update 3 March
Tuesday, 3 March 2020, 11:12 am | Insurance Council of New Zealand
As the Coronavirus situation continues to develop the Insurance Council of New Zealand is urging those who have purchased travel insurance to speak with their insurer to clarify what cover they may have. ‘’While some insurers continue to offer cover, ... More >>
2019 Weather Related Loses Reach $118.8m
Monday, 2 March 2020, 9:46 am | Insurance Council of New Zealand
Provisional results show that insurers spent more than $118.8 million last year supporting their customers recover from the impact of severe weather events, with over 18,000 claims made. "What was looking to be a benign year for extreme events ... More >>
Insurers mobilise NZ wide to help Timaru
Wednesday, 4 December 2019, 4:55 pm | Insurance Council of New Zealand
Tim Grafton, ICNZ Chief Executive says that the industry has mobilised New Zealand wide to help Timaru. Drive through assessment stations have been set up for ‘on-the-ground’ support and specialists brought in from overseas to help with repairs. More >>
ICNZ welcomes reforms to insurance contract law
Wednesday, 4 December 2019, 8:48 am | Insurance Council of New Zealand
The Insurance Council of New Zealand (ICNZ) welcomes moves announced today by Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs Kris Faafoi to reform insurance contract law. More >>
ICNZ position on Wellington Mayoral Taskforce recommendation
Wednesday, 9 October 2019, 4:30 pm | Insurance Council of New Zealand
The Wellington Mayoral Taskforce was set up in response to anecdotal claims that insurance premiums, particularly for commercial property including apartment dwellers, were unaffordable. Insurance premiums have risen sharply over the last two to three ... More >>
ICNZ generally supportive of consumer protection changes
Wednesday, 25 September 2019, 1:45 pm | Insurance Council of New Zealand
ICNZ and its members are generally supportive of the proposed changes to legislation around financial institutions’ conduct, announced today by Minister Faafoi. More >>
Insurance advisory for people affected by Nelson fires
Wednesday, 13 February 2019, 3:01 pm | Insurance Council of New Zealand
Residents who’ve suffered property damage or evacuation due to the Nelson fires are being advised to take care when returning to their properties and to get in touch with their insurer. More >>
Summer safety tips for campers
Monday, 14 January 2019, 9:04 am | Insurance Council of New Zealand
It’s summertime, which means it’s the best time of year to camp. While most people just want to relax, ICNZ is reminding people to check their contents cover is up to date to ensure they don’t find themselves bearing unnecessary, and sometimes ... More >>
Insurers pay $226m to support recovery from extreme weather
Thursday, 13 December 2018, 12:09 pm | Insurance Council of New Zealand
The severe weather stats place 2018 as the second most expensive year for severe weather events since 1969, with 33,064 claims costing $226.4 million. 2018 fell just short of 2017’s record, a year in which severe weather events cost insurers $243 ... More >>
ICNZ supports PGF funding for 3D mapping
Tuesday, 30 October 2018, 4:04 pm | Insurance Council of New Zealand
The Insurance Council of New Zealand is pleased with the decision of Regional Economic Development Minister, Hon. Shane Jones, to provide funding through the Provincial Growth Fund for expanded LiDAR data mapping in the regions. More >>
Managing cyber risks key for SMEs
Monday, 8 October 2018, 9:38 am | Insurance Council of New Zealand
ICNZ is reminding small and medium sized business owners to take a look at their cyber security this Cyber Smart Week. More >>
Survey shows 24% of directors don’t have insurance
Thursday, 16 August 2018, 10:35 am | Insurance Council of New Zealand
One in four directors may have to meet damages, legal costs and fines as well as costs incurred by their own organisations from their own pocket because they don’t have the right insurance cover. More >>
ICNZ Newsletter, April 2018
Friday, 27 April 2018, 1:12 pm | Insurance Council of New Zealand
ICNZ is currently reviewing the Fair Insurance Code to ensure it remains relevant for consumers. More >>
ICNZ statement on announcement of ministerial adviser in EQC
Friday, 23 February 2018, 3:31 pm | Insurance Council of New Zealand
ICNZ welcomes the appointment of an independent ministerial advisor to EQC. We continue to be supportive of measures the government takes to speed up settlements of outstanding claims arising from the Canterbury quakes. More >>
First storm of 2018 costs more than $26m
Thursday, 22 February 2018, 11:49 am | Insurance Council of New Zealand
Figures released by the Insurance Council this morning show the provisional cost to insurers of the first storm of 2017 is likely to exceed $27 million. The total provisional cost, which encompasses claims made to private insurers in the first ... More >>
ICNZ urges people affected by Gita to contact their insurers
Wednesday, 21 February 2018, 9:50 am | Insurance Council of New Zealand
The Insurance Council is advising people affected by Cyclone Gita to contact their insurers directly. More >>
Preparation advice ahead of Cyclone Gita
Monday, 19 February 2018, 1:09 pm | Insurance Council of New Zealand
The Insurance Council is advising people to take the time today to prepare their properties for Cyclone Gita. Gita is due to make landfall at Wellington and on the West Coast around 10 o’clock tonight. With it, it’s forecast to bring strong ... More >>
Council Urges Caution in Face of Extreme Weather
Friday, 2 February 2018, 9:15 am | Insurance Council of New Zealand
The Insurance Council is advising people affected by recent heavy rain and flooding to be cautious with their own safety and to contact their insurer as soon as they’re able. More >>
Kaikōura Earthquake Claims Progressing Well
Thursday, 25 January 2018, 1:35 pm | Insurance Council of New Zealand
The Kaikōura earthquake recovery is progressing well, according to new data out today from the Insurance Council of NZ. More >>
