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Household insurance is an insurance cover for individuals and families to indemnify against the financial implications resulting from unexpected losses to the home, contents and personal effects.

Household insurance comes in a range of forms and may include Building cover, Contents cover, Special Risks cover, Domestic Liability cover and Domestic Workers Compensation.

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Household insurance is available through many financial institutions and brokers offering Household insurance in Australia.

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Household Insurance Articles

5 Essential Insurance Policies for Your Home-Based Business
5 Essential Insurance Policies for Your Home-Based Business
If you're running a business from your home, you may think that your homeowner's insurance policy has you covered. Unfortunately, this is not the case. Homeowner's insurance policies are not typically designed to cover business-related losses, leaving you vulnerable to significant financial risks if something goes wrong. - read more
The Ultimate Checklist for Comparing Home Insurance in Australia
The Ultimate Checklist for Comparing Home Insurance in Australia
Embarking on the journey of homeownership is a landmark event full of anticipation and dreams. As Australians, we cherish the sanctuary of our homes against the backdrop of our incredibly diverse and sometimes unpredictable climate. However, with this excitement comes a significant responsibility—protecting your investment with the right home insurance. - read more
The Essential Guide to Comprehensive Household Coverage in Australia
The Essential Guide to Comprehensive Household Coverage in Australia
Comprehensive household coverage, often referred to as home insurance, is a policy designed to protect your home and its contents against a wide array of risks. This type of coverage typically includes protection against natural disasters, theft, vandalism, and various unforeseen events. In simple terms, it's the safety net that ensures peace of mind should the unexpected happen to your property or possessions. - read more
Household Insurance for Australian Renters: What You Should Consider
Household Insurance for Australian Renters: What You Should Consider
Household insurance is a type of coverage that protects you against financial losses from events such as theft, fire, or natural disasters. It typically includes two main components: building insurance, which covers the structure of the home, and contents insurance, which covers personal belongings within the home. - read more
The Most Common Mistakes in Household Insurance Claims and How to Prevent Them
The Most Common Mistakes in Household Insurance Claims and How to Prevent Them
Household insurance is a crucial safety net for both homeowners and renters in Australia, offering protection against a range of potential damages and losses. Navigating the insurance claims process, however, can often be challenging and fraught with pitfalls. - read more

Insurance News

Consumer Credit Insurance Decision: AFCA Rules Against Refund Request
Consumer Credit Insurance Decision: AFCA Rules Against Refund Request
04 Nov 2025: Paige Estritori
An Australian man seeking a refund on his paid premium for consumer credit insurance (CCI) has been denied by the Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA). The man argued the insurance was mis-sold to him, claiming he was led to believe the coverage was essential when he acquired it with his credit card in 2015. - read more
Qantas Travel Insurance Honoured with Mozo Experts Choice Award 2024
Qantas Travel Insurance Honoured with Mozo Experts Choice Award 2024
04 Nov 2025: Paige Estritori
Qantas Travel Insurance has been recognised in the 2024 Mozo Experts Choice Awards for Travel Insurance, showcasing its exceptional value for their Annual Multi Trip Travel Insurance policy. - read more
SCTI Highlights Top 10 Costliest Travel Insurance Claims of 2024
SCTI Highlights Top 10 Costliest Travel Insurance Claims of 2024
04 Nov 2025: Paige Estritori
Southern Cross Travel Insurance (SCTI) has unveiled its top 10 most expensive international travel claims made by Australian travellers in 2024, shedding light on the significant financial risks associated with unforeseen incidents abroad. - read more
Significant Rise in Home Insurance Premiums Poses Challenges for Australian Homeowners and Lenders
Significant Rise in Home Insurance Premiums Poses Challenges for Australian Homeowners and Lenders
04 Nov 2025: Paige Estritori
Recent reports indicate that Australian home and contents insurance premiums have surged by up to 65% over the past five years. This substantial increase is outpacing both general consumer inflation and wage growth, leading to significant financial strain for homeowners and potential risks for mortgage lenders. - read more
Insurance Council Advocates for Strata Law Reforms to Mitigate Rising Premiums and Building Defects
Insurance Council Advocates for Strata Law Reforms to Mitigate Rising Premiums and Building Defects
04 Nov 2025: Paige Estritori
The Insurance Council of Australia (ICA) has called for urgent reforms to strata laws in response to escalating insurance premiums and the financial burden of building defects, which are costing residential apartment owners approximately $1.3 billion annually. - read more
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