Our founders created the very first strata insurance policy in 1978, and have not stopped there!
Our History
Founded on the right principles
Two of our founders, Tony Maxwell and Rod James, created Australia’s first strata insurance policy in 1978. Prior to that an Owners Corporation had to buy a whole suite of different, often ill-fitting, policies to cover their property, public liability, office bearers liability, fidelity, machinery breakdown and various WHS risks.
Our directors correctly saw that strata developments and strata living would become more and more significant as our urban population increased. They also recognised that strata would be a highly regulated environment and therefore a technically complex area for insurers that would demand a very focussed expertise.
Since introducing that first product they and the people who worked with them have accumulated decades of experience in a number of countries. We have no hesitation in saying that we have the most experienced team of people in the strata insurance market.
Our experience has given us a deep knowledge of strata. That experience is not incidental, it is integral to who we are and what we do; it sits close alongside our expertise in insurance.
This fusion of strata involvement with insurance knowledge is what allows us to fashion insurance covers that are purpose-built for strata communities. Strata insurance is very different to homeowners insurance and other property insurance. You need a deep knowledge of the strata environment, not just insurance, to do it well.
Our people are experts. You can have CONFIDENCE that when you ask them a question you can rely on the accuracy of the answer they give you.
About Us
We listen, research and deliver
We are a privately owned business. There are no conflicts of interest introduced by our ownership structure.
Have CONFIDENCE in our expertise. Strata insurance is our only business… and we’re good at it.
Our policies are underwritten by Allianz Australia Insurance Limited, part of the Allianz Group, one of the world’s largest insurers.
We are recognised in the strata industry as a trusted partner, a knowledgeable confidant, and the go-to risk and insurance expert for all things strata.
We support the strata community by sponsoring and partnering with various industry bodies, including:
- Strata Community Association;
- UNSW’s City Futures Research Centre projects;
- Deakin Business School; and
- Multi Owned Properties Research Hub.
We are also involved in developing and delivering papers to government committees, industry publications and the general media.
We recognise that our clients are time poor, that there are too many competing calls on their time. We aim to be as efficient as possible and make their dealings with us as simple as possible.
So, how can our strength of experience help you?
Since introducing that first strata insurance product our founders and the people who worked with them have accumulated decades of experience in a number of countries.
We have no hesitation in saying that we have the most experienced team of people in the strata insurance market.
Trusted advisors
We have more than five decades of strata insurance experience across six countries – so we know how to reduce the significant financial risks in getting the right cover.
Easy to deal with, no hassle
Doing the basics exceptionally well is what you expect, and it’s what we deliver. The lack of problems or complaints is how you will measure us.
Reduce your exposure
Our innovative policies are designed to reduce your financial exposure, often extending your protection beyond the minimum legislative requirements.
Strata Insurance experts
With 100% of our resources dedicated specifically to the Strata Community, we continually adapt our products to meet emerging exposures and new legal regulations.
Leading practitioners
With some of Australia’s top strata insurance practitioners located in all the major states of Australia, your needs are met in a thorough and professional manner.
Partnering with Allianz
We have chosen to partner with Allianz Australia Insurance Limited, part of the Allianz Group, one of the world’s largest insurers – to bring you confidence.
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