Recent events impacting Australian residents

Identified events that may affect your travel and insurance.

Travel Alert: Israel & Palestinian Territories - October 2023

On Saturday 7 October 2023, Israel declared a state of war in response to an attack by Hamas. At the date of publication of this alert, military conflict betwee...

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Vanuatu Earthquake and Tsunami warnings – December 2024

On Tuesday, 17 December 2024, a 7.3 magnitude earthquake occurred off the coast of Vanuatu. Buildings in Port Vila have partially collapsed, and tsunami warning...

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Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki Ash Cloud - Indonesia - November 2024

Since Friday, 8 November 2024, Indonesia’s Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki has erupted several times due to heightened volcanic activity. The volcano has release...

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Flooding in Spain – October 2024

On Tuesday, 29 October 2024, flash flooding caused by torrential rainfall swept across southeast Spain. Weather agencies estimate that about a year’s wort...

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Hurricane Milton – October 2024

On Tuesday, 8 October 2024, a State of Emergency was announced for Florida as emergency conditions resulting from Hurricane Milton intensify. Evacuations have b...

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Hurricane Helene – September 2024

On Friday, 27 September 2024, the National Hurricane Centre issued advisories for Hurricane Helene as it strengthens into a Category 4 storm. The Florida region...

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Typhoon Ampil – August 2024

Since Thursday 15 August 2024, Typhoon Ampil has been heading towards eastern Japan. The Japan Meterological Agency has classified the typhoon as ‘Very st...

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Am I covered if I need to cancel my trip due to a COVID-19 case?

If you have had to cancel your much-anticipated summer trip abroad because you, or someone in your traveling party, has been diagnosed with a confirmed case of ...

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Am I covered for COVID quarantine & vaccine costs while traveling?

Many Australians are planning an overseas trip as borders open internationally, but with the fun and excitement of travelling also comes the stress of having to...

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Hurricane Beryl – July 2024

On Monday 1 July 2024, countries in the Caribbean Sea area began issuing hurricane warnings as Hurricane Beryl moved through the region. After making land...

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Travel Alert: Coronavirus February 3 2022

(Advice as at 3 Feb 2022; update to advice posted 4 Mar 2020)

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Recent Events: World Nomads and Coronavirus (COVID-19)

For information relating to policies purchased prior to 03 February 2022, please check the PDS provided with your purchase. You can contact us if you need this ...