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Articles, tips, questions, and information about car insurance in Australia.

Mark Bristow

Home & Personal Finances Editor

How does car insurance work in Australia?

If you own and drive a car in Australia, you are legally required to have at least one form of car insurance: Compulsory Third Party (CTP) insurance. But with the number of other car insurance options available, choosing the right insurer that suits your needs can get confusing.

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16 Jul, 2024

5 min read

How does car insurance work in Australia?

Mark Bristow

Home & Personal Finances Editor

Can I get a refund on car insurance after selling a car?

If you decide to sell your car, what happens to your car insurance? It may be possible to get a car insurance refund after selling your car or otherwise cancelling your policy, though there may be certain terms, conditions and exceptions to consider.

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16 Jul, 2024

3 min read

Can I get a refund on car insurance after selling a car?

Mark Bristow

Home & Personal Finances Editor

Does car insurance cover driving while intoxicated?

Will your car insurance pay out if drunk driving causes an accident? Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol is illegal, however some insurers may still offer cover within the limits of their policy.

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16 Jul, 2024

3 min read

Does car insurance cover driving while intoxicated?

Alex Ritchie

Personal Finance Editor

Are stolen car keys covered by insurance?

Having your car key stolen can be both frustrating and costly. However, the cost of replacing your stolen car keys will likely be covered by car insurance policies that include theft cover.

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15 Jul, 2024

3 min read

Are stolen car keys covered by insurance?

Mark Bristow

Home & Personal Finances Editor

Can I get car insurance if my policy was cancelled?

A car insurer will only cancel your policy in extreme cases, and not before giving you written notice. However, this doesn’t stop you from buying another car insurance policy.

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15 Jul, 2024

4 min read

Can I get car insurance if my policy was cancelled?

Mark Bristow

Home & Personal Finances Editor

Can you register and insure a car without a licence?

You can buy, register and insure a car without a driver’s licence in Australia. But you won’t be covered if you’re involved in an accident when illegally driving the car without a licence.

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15 Jul, 2024

3 min read

Can you register and insure a car without a licence?

Mark Bristow

Home & Personal Finances Editor

Car Registration Transfer Fees in NSW

Every car owned in NSW must be registered in NSW. This means you must transfer registration to NSW if you purchase a car registered out of state or under another name.

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15 Jul, 2024

6 min read

Peter Terlato

Personal Finance Editor

How can I check if my car is insured?

In Australia, every registered car must be covered by Compulsory Third Party (CTP) insurance. You can check your car’s CTP cover from your number plate by contacting your state government or your insurer.

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12 Jul, 2024

5 min read

Mark Bristow

Home & Personal Finances Editor

How does transferring car insurance work?

Most insurance companies allow you to transfer your existing insurance policy when you buy a new car. While the premium amount and insurance terms may need to be adjusted, you’ll continue to enjoy the same benefits as you did with your old car.

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12 Jul, 2024

3 min read

How does transferring car insurance work?

Mark Bristow

Home & Personal Finances Editor

Getting car insurance after a drink driving conviction in Australia

If you’ve been convicted of drunk driving in the past, it’s highly likely that your car insurance quotes will be more expensive. If you have a history of driving while under the influence of alcohol, an insurer will likely consider you more of a liability. As the insurer’s risk increases, so does the cost to your hip pocket.

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11 Jul, 2024

4 min read

Getting car insurance after a drink driving conviction in Australia

Alex Ritchie

Personal Finance Editor

What does insurance cover if your car is stolen?

Australia is considered the lucky country, but unfortunately it has one of the highest rates of vehicle thefts in the world. If you have stolen car insurance, It’s important to know what your policy may cover if you’re the victim of car theft, and how you might increase your chances of having your insurance claim approved.

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11 Jul, 2024

5 min read

What does insurance cover if your car is stolen?

Mark Bristow

Home & Personal Finances Editor

Can I buy one-day car insurance?

Are you looking for temporary car insurance? Here’s how to insure a car for one day, one week or just a few months.

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11 Jul, 2024

5 min read

Mark Bristow

Home & Personal Finances Editor

20 Dec, 2024

What should you do if you hit a kangaroo while driving?

Mark Bristow

Home & Personal Finances Editor

24 Oct, 2024

Car Insurance Articles

Mark Bristow

How does car insurance work in Australia?

Mark Bristow

Can I get a refund on car insurance after selling a car?

Mark Bristow

Does car insurance cover driving while intoxicated?

Alex Ritchie

Are stolen car keys covered by insurance?

Mark Bristow

Can I get car insurance if my policy was cancelled?

Mark Bristow

Can you register and insure a car without a licence?

Mark Bristow

Car Registration Transfer Fees in NSW

Peter Terlato

How can I check if my car is insured?

Mark Bristow

How does transferring car insurance work?

Mark Bristow

Getting car insurance after a drink driving conviction in Australia

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What does insurance cover if your car is stolen?

Mark Bristow

Can I buy one-day car insurance?

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