Why are we waiting? Call grows louder to scrap NSW emergency services levy
August 4 2026 by Andrew Mullen
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Australian competition regulator approves Allianz Partners’ nib travel portfolio acquisition
- July 27
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission clears the deal following consultation in early July, with completion expected by the end of 2026.
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Australia motor body calls out IAG’s ‘fig leaf’ remedy, urges ACCC to block RAC acquisition
- July 23
IAG made a remedy offer in July to secure approval for its US$970m acquisition of the Royal Automobile Club of Western Australia’s insurance business.
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New South Wales emergency services levy reform could save US$347m in economic costs, lower premiums: ICA analysis
- July 7
Independent economic analysis released by the Insurance Council of Australia (ICA) shows reforms would deliver more money to over two million households, with most saving at least US$38 a year.
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ICA launches consultation on new legally enforceable code of practice draft
- June 24
Other provisions include automatic claim acceptance for home and motor claims which have not received a decision within a year of filing, and stronger support for vulnerable customers.
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