Markey Insurance Brokers

04/06/2026

Stop it or cop it!
Remember that double demerits specifically target speeding, illegal mobile phone use, not wearing a seatbelt, and riding without a helmet.
Be safe this weekend and make sure your family and others on the road are too.
Double demerits kick in tomorrow - Friday 5th June until Monday 8th June.

03/06/2026

Phishing emails are clever - they are no longer filled with spelling mistakes & obvious red flags.
AI tools allow bad actors to mimic writing styles, reference real business activity, personalise messages & generate convincing legal & financial correspondence.
Security researchers reported a huge surge in AI-generated phishing campaigns & far more sophisticated social engineering attacks.
Be cyber aware. Do you have insurance against these scams?

29/05/2026

Water Damage Claims are the most common Strata disputes.
Questions arise
• Who pays when water leaks between apartments?
• Responsibility between owners corporation & lot owner
• Damage vs source of leak
• Importance of quick reporting
These disputes are common & create confusion.

28/05/2026

Cody Lucas joined Markey in 2020 and has been authorised to provide financial advice since 2018. Cody’s role at Markey covers all aspects of financial planning services including SMSF, with a focus on Pre-Retirees. Cody also provides Personal and Business Risk Insurance Advice for Income Protection, Life Insurance and Buy-sell Insurance.

Cody enjoys helping clients build their roadmap to retirement, and successfully navigating the complexities of any Insurance Claims.

When not working, Cody enjoys spending time with his wife and 2 young children and having fun with DIY projects.
https://www.markeygroup.com.au/get-advice/

27/05/2026

Bank customers are being urged to check their accounts for suspicious transactions after two Romanian nationals were charged with almost 400 alleged fraud offences linked to an alleged card-skimming operation spanning dozens of suburbs.

Search the full list below to see which areas are affected.

22/05/2026

Pre-retirement: the last 10 years matter most.
If you’re within a decade of finishing work, now’s the time to clarify your lifestyle goals, work out how much you’ll need, and map where the money will come from… and then turn that plan into action.
Markey Financial Services can help you make the most of this window and bring your plan to life.
Call us today on (02) 4925 6555.
https://ow.ly/NZvL50Z24gb

21/05/2026

Commercial Motor & Fleet insurance is designed to protect vehicles used by a business. It covers vehicles for theft and accidents, as well as liability and legal costs for third-party property damage. You can customise your policy by choosing between comprehensive, third party fire & theft, & third party only for each vehicle.
Talk to Markey to ensure your fleet is protected

20/05/2026

We’ve all heard about immersive entertainment events but immersive insurance?
PwC says social, technological, economic, environmental and political shocks are “bringing an end to the predictable world that insurers had known since the 1950s ... The stability insurers have long relied on for predictable risk pricing and consistent growth is disappearing."
https://ow.ly/FhU950Z23t5

15/05/2026

Protect your business before cyber criminals get in.
Multi-factor authentication adds an extra layer of security beyond just a password - and it could be the difference between stopping a cyber-attack or facing a costly claim.
Simple steps like enabling and updating authenticator apps, strong passwords & staff awareness can significantly reduce exposure. Ask Markey.

13/05/2026

Poorly maintained properties - Insurance covers sudden events, not ongoing neglect.
Insurance is moving away from covering preventable damage, neglected maintenance and known risks.
Examples increasingly questioned are unrepaired leaks, unsafe electricals, mould issues, and unrepaired storm damage.