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AMI Roadside Rescue is offering anyone who passes their restricted or full New Zealand licence AMI Roadside Rescue free-of-charge for a year.
New data from State shows that electronic devices make up 63% of contents claims from young renters, with theft being the costliest cause.
AMI, State and NZI recorded 19 natural hazard events during autumn and winter, with storms making up 78% of natural hazard-related claims.
State awarded Canstar’s Car Insurer of the Year 2024 and also Best Value Car Insurance 2024
IAG New Zealand welcomes the Government’s Finance and Expenditure Committee’s (FEC) report on Climate Adaptation.
AMI research shows that 73% of small business owners are concerned about cyber security, and one in four say they’ve been affected within the last two years.
IAG NZ Repairhub Limited is pleased to announce that an AMI RepairHub will open in Queenstown.
IAG New Zealand’s FY24 result reflects its strong customer relationships, business strength, and investment in its people and operations.
New Zealanders want a greater focus on reducing the impacts of climate change.
The latest climate change poll by AMI, State and NZI shows New Zealanders want a greater focus on reducing the impacts of climate change.
Multi-year agreement to further enhance the insurer’s capability and help drive its commitment to a simplified, digital future for customers.
AMI saw a nearly 40% increase in house fires between summer and winter 2023, versus a 20% increase the year before.
AMI Roadside Rescue has launched its new service, which is available to all New Zealanders, anywhere around the country, whether you’re insured with AMI or not.
The costliest home burglary claims arise from the theft of water heating systems, new AMI data reveals.
IAG NZ CEO Amanda Whiting's opinion article on keeping NZ well insured.
NZI is hosting an all-day Retail Loss Reduction Expo to connect retailers with security and safety experts.
The team at NZI is celebrating 165 years of leading business insurance in New Zealand.
House hunters rank natural hazard risk as the second most important factor overall when looking to rent or buy, after price.
AMI is cautioning drivers to be safe on the roads, as new research reveals that 55% of drivers admit to being distracted while driving.
New State insurance data reveals New Zealanders lodge an average of 30 mobile phone claims every day.
IAG New Zealand CEO, Amanda Whiting has today announced the appointment of Rachael O’Brien as Chief Risk Officer.
AMI is pleased to announce the introduction of AMI Insurance Hubs at select MTF Finance offices in Auckland and Christchurch.
Amanda Whiting, CEO of IAG New Zealand says, “Today’s results reflect the progress we have continued to make against our strategic priorities."
Michele Embling, Rachel Walsh and Scott Pickering appointed to the Board.
Change in approach needed for natural disaster management.
The AMI top 10 stolen cars list for 2023 has been released.
The State Insurance team has discovered there is no claim too quirky after reviewing 2023’s most peculiar claims.
AMI is warning people to be wary ahead of the busiest time of the year for theft claims.
State insurance reveals a 92% rise in kitchen claims from mishaps and cooking disasters on Christmas Day.
As summer arrives, AMI has looked at the most common reasons drivers have called for a roadside rescue.
IAG New Zealand CEO Amanda Whiting has been named Insurance Leader of the Year Award at the New Zealand Insurance Awards.
Insurance payouts top $1 billion for floods & cyclone
AMI’s insurance data puts seven tall tales to the test.
AMI is pleased to launch HomeHub, a home repair service for customers.
AMI reveals lithium-ion batteries, and their charging systems cause at least one household fire every month.
AMI has been named Canstar’s Car Insurer of the Year and has also won an Outstanding Value Award.
Stop, paws and listen! New AMI data has the scoop on our furry friends this International Pet Day.
IAG’s latest update for customers affected by the North Island floods and Cyclone Gabrielle.
AMI, State and NZI’s specialist vehicle repair centre, Repairhub, is building an impressive apprenticeship programme to attract new talent into the industry.
AMI is urging drivers to remain alert, as new claims data reveals the most accident-prone suburbs in the country.
New Zealanders expect to be impacted by climate change, their concern is increasing, and they are prepared to take action.
The sixth year of climate polling reveals elevated levels of concern about climate change.
State Insurance reveals a 16% increase in the number of fire claims between the summer and winter months.
Auckland and Waikato are the country’s top spots for ram raids and commercial crime, new insurance claims data shows.
In some cases, damage to your home, car or contents can be so severe that repairing them is impossible or uneconomical.
Sum insured is the amount of cover that your home or contents are insured for.
Agreed value is the amount of money that you and your insurer agree your vehicle is worth. It’s a term that is common in car policies.
Your excess is a one-off amount that you pay each time you make a claim. Let’s say your excess is $500 and a repair job for a dinged-door costs $800. You pay the first $500.
When you take out an insurance policy with us, we will consider the risk of accident or loss so we can more accurately price for the risk.
If you accidentally damage someone else’s property, the liability under your home, car or contents policy may cover you for the cost to repair the damage.
Aging and deterioration happen naturally over time and there are limits to cover for this.
The most common culprit of appliance fires is the stove, followed by the pot and pan, AMI can reveal.
NZI’s EV Fleet Guide is here to help businesses who are thinking of switching their fleet to electric.
Catherine Drayton appointed independent non-executive director & Wendy Lai resigns as independent non-executive director.
New Zealand’s stormy summer resulted in five times more insurance claims than last year, AMI, State and NZI Insurance reveal in the new Wild Weather Tracker, released today.
The Toyota Aqua has taken the top spot from the Mazda Demio as the nation’s most frequently stolen car, AMI can reveal.
With many North Islanders now on the hunt for a replacement car, buyers should take extra care to check for flood damage in second hand vehicles.
AMI, State and NZI Insurance’s Major Event Response team has mobilised to support customers affected by Cyclone Gabrielle.
As of 9am this morning, AMI, State and NZI have received over 21,000 claims for the recent North Island floods (57% home claims, 21% contents, 6% commercial and business, and 16% motor vehicle).
AMI, State and NZI Insurance are here to help customers affected by the severe weather that continues to impact Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, Bay of Plenty, Waitomo.
AMI, State and NZI Insurance are here to help customers affected by Cyclone Hale.
As a long hot summer looms, research from AMI Insurance has revealed that New Zealanders are gearing up to hit the road, with 69% of us planning a road trip.
Insurance claims typically spike two to six times the yearly average between Boxing Day and late January, fresh data from AMI reveals.
IAG is delighted to have received the ‘Excellence in Workplace Diversity and Inclusion’ Award, in addition to being the inaugural winner of ‘General Insurance Claims team of the Year’
Top of most Kiwis’ Christmas wish list this holiday season is a well-earned break.
The likelihood of your car being stolen is far greater if you’re under the age of 25, AMI Insurance can reveal.
AMI has taken another step in its growth strategy, today announcing an important, new partnership with MTF Finance.
AMI, State and NZI’s latest Wild Weather Tracker reveals that 69% of New Zealanders are concerned about the impacts of climate change.
Damaged or lost mobile phones cost New Zealanders an average of $13.5 million every year, State Insurance can reveal.
Under 25-year-olds are our most at-risk drivers, AMI insurance claims data reveals.
Auckland tradies are being urged to brush up on their workplace safety and security know-how at two free community breakfast events at PlaceMakers.
IAG remains committed to being a part of the solution when it comes to natural hazard prone areas by outlining practical steps to help reduce flood risk in New Zealand.
IAG welcomes the release of the National Adaptation Plan, but more needs to be done to keep New Zealanders safe.
IAG, New Zealand’s largest general insurer
Climate change is a critical issue for New Zealand.
78% of New Zealanders agree that climate change is an important issue for them personally.
IAG NZ CEO, Amanda Whiting has today confirmed the final Executive team that will lead out IAG’s ambitious growth strategy.
AMI, NZI and State Insurance reveal claims numbers and costs in new report documenting climate change impacts.
Avoiding the impact on lives and people's wellbeing must be the priority.
The Mazda Demio takes the dubious honours of being New Zealand’s most stolen car, AMI can reveal.
IAG New Zealand has announced the launch of a new parental leave benefits package that aims to support new parents
Orientation week is the busiest week of the year for student related insurance claims, State Insurance can reveal.
State delves into the biggest blunders made by New Zealanders – and busts the most mistake prone myths
New claims data reveals parts of the country with the highest rate of vehicle collisions.
New Zealand’s COVID-19 era renovation boom could be leaving more Kiwis prone to home underinsurance risk
50% of Kiwis have experienced road rage this year, according to nationwide survey by State
As lockdown restrictions ease in time for summer and we reunite with family and friends across the country
AMI customers boost community housing efforts, reduce waste with Habitat for Humanity
Mr Williams has been recognised for his leadership role in driving the Natural Disaster Response Model (NDRM) to fruition.
IAG today launched its new Climate & Disaster Resilience Action Plan for Australia and New Zealand outlining the goals
IAG has introduced a range of new COVID-19 health and safety measures to help protect its people
AMI’s team of weather experts are urging Kiwi homeowners to check their insurance needs ahead of the summer season
Leading insurer AMI calls on Kiwis to take extra care while charging their devices and gadgets.
IAG responds to customers affected by Auckland flooding.
The model we've helped put in place will improve outcomes for Kiwis affected by natural disasters.
At IAG we believe that climate change is a critical issue for New Zealand.
IAG poll shows Kiwis want government and business to act on climate change adaptation.
Review of Insurance (Prudential Supervision) Act 2010
Free safety event for tradies amid rising theft
State’s latest campaign is out to help young drivers understand the risks of driving around without insurance
Partnership programme under way to get older New Zealanders ready for digital future
State Insurance claims data shows car accidents peak during school pick-up
Child car seat checks essential ahead of summer road trip season.
In March 2012 the Government announced that it would replace the Privacy Act 1993 following the Law Commission’s
IAG and the EQC have today reached an agreement to resolve the division of costs for claims
IAG New Zealand Board appoints Wendy Lai as non-executive director.
IAG welcomes new climate risk reporting
IAG has completed a review of its trial vehicle repair facility, Repairhub, which opened in East Tamaki, Auckland.
In February 2015 the Government announced a review of the law governing financial advice
At IAG we believe that climate change is a critical issue for New Zealand.
New Zealand on the right track to battle climate change, but COVID-19 stands in the way
Following a period of thorough consultation, IAG has today announced its decision to close its 53 AMI stores
Cyber threats are one of the leading risks for small to medium-sized businesses in New Zealand.
AMI and New Zealand Red Cross revive a symbol of hope for people in need.
We are continuing to monitor the impacts that COVID-19 is having across our business
AMI launches KindCast to help Kiwis share messages of kindness.
IAG establishes specialist Customer Care Team to further support customers impacted by coronavirus
IAG has announced a series of measures to support businesses as COVID-19 continues to spread.
Have you ever wondered what would happen if your dog ran out onto the road and caused an accident?
It’s the countdown to Christmas, the silly season, the month of madness.
AMI has taken out gold in the annual Reader's Digest Quality Service awards for Home and Contents.
IAG Chairman Elizabeth Bryan announced the appointment of Simon Allen as independent non-executive director to the IAG Board.
This year’s IAG New Zealand Trades Scholarship awards feature four Apprentice of the Year winners
State’s a finalist in the annual NZ marketing awards, winners announced October 24
IAG is putting customers first by opening a trial motor vehicle repair facility, Repairhub, in East Tāmaki next month.
IAG NZ is a finalist in Excellence in Workplace Diversity and Inclusion at the annual New Zealand Insurance Industry Awards.
On the second day of Money Week, homeowners are being encouraged to check their sum insured
Ka taea te whakatika te reo hapa, tē taea te whakatika te reo ngū.
At IAG, our purpose is to make your world a safer place.
IAG New Zealand has released the results of its second annual survey of how New Zealanders view climate change.
In March 2018 the Government announced a review of the law relating to insurance contracts.
IAG New Zealand has been announced as a finalist at this year’s Diversity Works New Zealand Awards.
IAG is the fifth employer, and first insurer, to be awarded the DVFREE Tick by Shine.
IAG New Zealand's core business is based around helping more than one million New Zealanders recover when misfortune strikes
AMI is reviewing aspects of its nationwide network of retail stores as customer preferences change.
IAG has praised the introduction of the Climate Change Response (Zero Carbon) Amendment Bill to Parliament today as a milestone.
IAG customers with home and contents insurance may notice some changes in the coming months.
Our climate is changing in profound ways, creating both risks and potential rewards for businesses.
IAG NZ remains committed to provide insurance in Wellington
IAG has announced that it will participate in the Greater Christchurch Claims Resolution Service (GCCRS).
New Zealanders need to get into the habit of regularly checking their car batteries, according to State.
IAG New Zealand has been named the Women’s Employer of the Year award.
Cantabrians looking for expert insurance support and advice will be able to visit the team at AMI North Canterbury
AMI has been given the big thumbs up from Kiwis looking to protect their homes and contents.
In May 2018 the Government announced that it would create a special insurance tribunal
IAG is in the running to win four categories at this year’s ANZIIF New Zealand Insurance Industry Awards.
IAG New Zealand has been highly commended at this year’s Diversity Works New Zealand Awards
AMI’s General Manager Small Business says the insurer is proud to partner with the Police to help shop owners prevent crime.
AMI and State policyholders with home insurance may notice some changes as premiums take greater account of risks.
In November 2017 the Government announced its intention to implement a Zero Carbon Act
At IAG, our purpose is to make your world a safer place.
IAG-Ipsos poll: Kiwis pessimistic that we will meet climate change challenge
IAG NZ decided to bring an end to the practice of incentivising employees based on sales target driven performance.
IAG New Zealand, has today confirmed its customers will continue to benefit from the excess-free
IAG New Zealand has become the first general insurer in Aotearoa to be certified with the Rainbow Tick.
In September 2012 the Government announced a review of the Earthquake Commission Act 1993
IAG New Zealand today announced the retirement of Karl Armstrong following 47 years with the company.
Each year IAG offers support to a number of trade apprentices through its Trades Scholarship Programme.
The insurance company gave away 800 bright yellow AMI cycle helmets as part of an initiative during Bike Month in February.
In August 2012 the Government announced that it would review the functions
In 2015 the Government announced a targeted review of the Commerce Act 1996
In February 2013 the Government announced a review of the Resource Management Act 1991
In 2015 IAG led the creation of Resilient New Zealand and its research into improving the role of business