Life & Health

New chair appointed for Southern Cross Health Trust and subsidiary

New chair appointed for Southern Cross Health Trust and subsidiary

Incoming leader offers strong finance and governance background

Roxanne Libatique Nov 18, 2025
Health insurance costs to rise over 10% in 2026: WTW

Health insurance costs to rise over 10% in 2026: WTW

The report highlights sustained inflationary pressure on carriers

Sun Life Q3 profit edges higher amid insurance headwinds

Sun Life Q3 profit edges higher amid insurance headwinds

The results contrast with other large insurers

Acenda Group formed after Resolution Life global acquisition closes

Acenda Group formed after Resolution Life global acquisition closes

Major deal creates one of region’s largest life insurers

AXA L&H revenue grows 7% in 2025

AXA L&H revenue grows 7% in 2025

Premiums rise by 9%

Workplace injury claims in New Zealand reach record low

Workplace injury claims in New Zealand reach record low

Gisborne and Hawke’s Bay post highest regional claim rates

Chubb Life NZ expands South Island adviser support team

Chubb Life NZ expands South Island adviser support team

Industry vet focuses on adviser relationships and regional growth

nib New Zealand rolls out insurance for Parent Boost Visa visitors

nib New Zealand rolls out insurance for Parent Boost Visa visitors

New policy supports health cover for visiting parents in NZ

AXA's new documentary uses comedy to tackle mental health stigma

AXA's new documentary uses comedy to tackle mental health stigma

Stand-up stars and Neil Patrick Harris join forces in a unique documentary that blends laughter and therapy

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Adaptable coverages to meet construction challenges

Discover how adaptable insurance coverages can tackle today's toughest construction challenges

Global Weekly News Roundup July 03-07, 2023

Catch up on all the latest news including market continues recalibration at mid-year renewals

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