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News Articles for Small Business

Running a small business comes with constant responsibility - from managing staff and serving customers through to protecting your premises, equipment, and day-to-day operations. No matter the industry, unexpected events can disrupt your business quickly, making the right insurance protection an important part of long-term stability and growth.

Small businesses can face a wide range of risks, including property damage, theft, equipment breakdown, cyber-attacks, employee-related exposures, public liability claims, and business interruption following an insured event. Even short periods of downtime or damage to key assets can have a significant financial impact on cash flow and ongoing operations.

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Insights for Small Business


New Financial Year, New Risks - Is Your Coverage Ready For What’s Next?

There's something about the final stretch of the financial year that gets business owners thinking bigger. Whatever's on your whiteboard for the year ahead - it's worth pausing to ask one question most business owners forget: does my insurance still match the business I'm becoming?


Five Steps To Help Respond To A Cyber Attack

With cybercrime on the rise, it’s becoming a matter of when, not if, a business will be the victim of an attack. So it’s vital to have a well-developed response plan ready to go in the event of a ransomware attack or other cybercrime.


Should You Buy Your Business Premises?

Whether it’s a shop, office or factory, buying your business premises may be a way to build your asset base and create an income stream from the rent. This can be an especially useful source of earnings when you retire. So what should you consider if you’re thinking of buying your business premises?


The Top Three Small Business Risks And How To Mitigate Them

A growing business is something to be proud of - but succession gaps, key person dependency, and cash flow shocks can undo years of hard work faster than you'd think.


Insuring Against Business Email Compromise

Business email compromise is now one of the most common cyber losses facing Aussie SMEs. This article walks through how a typical email scam unfolds inside everyday payment routines, where money and time are lost, and why it often bypasses basic controls.


Why Are My Premiums So High?

SME insurance costs are shaped by more than base risk, with state taxes, emergency service levies, location, construction, and claims history all adding pressure. This guide breaks down what drives your premium and shows the practical choices you can influence to improve value and structure cover. Ensure every dollar works harder for your business.