NEWS & PUBLICATIONS
Understanding Road Management Council Contracts
Road maintenance is a routine part of council life. But when things go wrong, potholes, car accidents and property damage can trigger costly claims. The good news? There’s insurance cover to help your council stay protected. Read on to learn more about Road Management...
Bulk chemicals and UPSS: How to put safety first and protect your community
Bulk chemicals and underground petroleum storage systems (UPSS) are vital to a council’s daily operations. But they do come with risks. Whether stored at council depots or emergency response facilities, these volatile materials require careful handling to protect your...
Helping your Council build resilience and reduce property damage
Property has consistently been one of our largest areas of loss, with fire, flood and storm being the main drivers. To support our members in reducing property damages and claims, we’re partnering with FM Affiliated (FM), the lead reinsurer for our Statewide Mutual...
5 key steps for councils to optimise signage and boost safety: insights from our guide
When it comes to risk management in your municipality, signage plays a crucial role. Especially where community safety is concerned. Whether on sporting fields or in playgrounds and recreational parklands – clear and strategic signage helps guide and protect your...
How to flood-proof a region: Tweed Shire’s plan to become more resilient
Tweed Shire Council is no stranger to natural disasters, but recent events have tested its resilience like never before. After enduring 2 ‘one-in-a-hundred-year’ floods within 5 years, the community is grappling with extensive, long-lasting damage – and a huge hit to...
Entertainment over liabilities: How to reduce risk during a public event
From sports tournaments to holiday festivals, public events are the perfect way for communities to share culture and be entertained. However, these events also pose increased risks to public safety. That’s why councils must take an active role in event planning and...