Information and guides

Ageing in place means staying in the family home after retirement. Read more about some of the benefits of it and how to make it work in retirement.

If you’re looking to obtain insurance for an unoccupied home such as a holiday home, Australia Post offers insurance for a range of different situations and needs.

Moving to a new home is an exciting experience, but if you’re not careful it can quickly become a real money drainer. Here are 10 money-saving tips for a successful move.

Moving out of home for the first time is exciting but daunting. Our moving house guide gives you valuable tips to make moving out on your own more manageable.

There are many factors to consider when installing a security system for your home. We spoke with Daniel Lewkovitz, Security Expert, about home security.

In between packing, organising mail redirection, and getting home and contents insurance, a house move typically rates highly on the stress-o-meter. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Here are some pointers to take you from preparing to move to settling into your new home. 

If you are looking to buy your first home or become a landlord, you may be wondering what kinds of common house repairs could be required. Here is a list of the most common repairs.

If you're thinking about downsizing your home and moving somewhere better suited to your new lifestyle, here are some tips for downsizing your home.

Find insurance protection for your apartment, whether you are a renter, owner-occupier or landlord.

Portable Contents Cover is an optional upgrade to your existing policy to cover items away from home. We offer Portable Contents Insurance for items such as mobile phones.

The following are the current laws in each state and territory regarding property liability. 

Our home can contain various safety hazards. The list below is a small selection of some of the most common home hazards and how to prevent them.

Knowing the appliances that use the most electricity in your home can help you save on your electricity bill. Find out what uses most electricity in your home.

Five easy steps to improve your home security and help deter burglars from targeting your home so you can feel safer.

All new and replacement for broken meters in Australia are required to be smart meters. Learn what a smart meter is and some of the pros and cons of it.

Home security systems can be an effective way of providing additional protection for your home. Find out how a home security system could benefit you.

The threat of bushfires in Australia is very real, find out what you can do around your home to prepare for the bushfire season.

You should insure your building for the amount it would cost to replace or rebuilding the physical structure on your property if they were destroyed.

With advanced technology, modern houses are becoming smarter with more automated features. Learn the difference between a smart home and home automation.

Here are a few steps to consider when dealing with insurance broker. Find out how an insurance broker could help you choose a policy that’s suitable for you.

Ongoing costs cover everything you need to pay after you become the owner of the property. These can include council rates, body corporate, water rates etc.

Public liability insurance for home can cover damage to other people's property due to an incident that occurs at your home and protect you against claims.

Do you want protection for your engagement ring if it is lost or stolen? Obtain portable content cover for your engagement ring with a few simple steps.

You require same amount of content insurance it would cost to replace the contents of your home. For conditions or exclusions that apply, contact your provider.