Wednesday, August 6, 2025

‘Game Changer’ – mySolutions Adds Aggregators to Partner Network

Industry training and support firm mySolutions has formed alliances with Kiwi Adviser Network (Trail) and Prosper Group to broaden the aggregation and services options for independent advice businesses. Kiwi Adviser Network and Prosper Group are...

Life Plan Expands Offer for Risk Advisers – What’s Behind Door 2?

Australia-based independent dealer group Life Plan FP has expanded its offer for risk-focussed advisers seeking alternative pathways for the future of their business. A new ‘Partnership Program’ is now on the table for interested risk...

Poll

Consumers Switching to Buy Insurance Online

The results of a consumer survey by Swiss-Re show that in the past six months, 39% of insurance policy purchases were completed using an insurers’ website or a smartphone app. The firm expects digital insurance...

AIA NZ Announces a String of New Appointments

AIA NZ has announced a string of key appointments this week as it bolsters its support to advisers and clients across the country. The newest team member at the firm is Hannah Anderson, its Business...

Cyber Attack Risks for Those Working at Home

With more people working from home, Courtney McCullough of Auckland IT firm Think Concepts says not all home WiFi networks are secure and can be easily exploited, especially when linked to personal phones and...

Survey Highlights Changing Consumer Attitudes As a Result of Covid-19

Mental health is the top of consumers' concerns as a result of Covid-19 along with increased demand for digital gateways to select and buy insurance, according to Swiss Re's 2021 APAC consumer survey. The re-insurance...

MDRT Speakers Deliver the Feel-Good Factor

Dozens of speakers shared a wealth of knowledge during MDRT's three day virtual conference last week. Among the guest speakers included three from Australia who delivered presentations to thousands of the organization's members working across...

Financial Capability Practitioners Course from Massey University

Massey University has launched a Financial Capability Practitioner Course to further learning and career opportunities to those seeking to enhance their practice in the sector. The $1,200 course combines the provision of portable micro-credits with...
Staff at AIA NZ in Takupna pound the streets around Smales Farm for World Vision's work in India

AIA NZ Runs 5K for World Vision’s India Appeal

Around 150 members of staff at AIA NZ in Takapuna ran and walked 5km last week to raise funds for World Vision's work in India. With US$2.5 million donated by AIA Group, and $30,000 from...