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At Honan, we appreciate the positivity and opportunities that sport brings, as individuals and as a business. With sport in our DNA, as well as having a strong capability with sporting bodies and client list to match, we understand your industry and have a proven track record delivering holistic risk management services, targeting an optimal and sustainable risk transfer program.

Solutions to keep your business in the game.

Honan has an established portfolio of sporting clients, including the likes of Athletics Australia, Hockey Australia, and Water Polo Australia, and a rich history of supporting professional and community sport in a sponsorship or partnership capacity. Our specialist team draws on deep industry knowledge to create expert risk management solutions for your business, so you can focus on doing what you do best.

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Creating a genuine difference for our clients

Our dedicated, highly qualified advisors take the time to truly understand your business, to regularly review its evolving needs, and provide you with purpose-built solutions. Every client knows they matter.

Specialist Knowledge, data-driven decisions

We’re known for our placement of unique risk profiles and drawing on data to make timely, informed decisions. With 400+ team members and over 55 years experience, we offer holistic risk and insurance solutions, from program placement and claims management to risk consulting.

Global Reach & Insights

Our global reach underpins our ability to help clients navigate the challenges and opportunities of a global market, while providing market-leading local expertise.

Claim Solutions

With our in-house claims divisions led by industry and legal experts, we know how facilities management, services policies and coverages will respond, providing you an advantage when a claim arises. We advocate for you and your position all the way.

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Corporate Risk

Claiming Success: Why Your Insurance Broker is the Key to Notifying Insurers About Potential Claims

October 11, 2023

When it comes to insurance, brokers are in a unique position. We’re neither the client nor the insurer, we’re privy to the unique notifications from clients when there is a situation that may give rise to a claim, and the reactions from insurers to those notifications. This is a complex and evolving area, and in the post-pandemic era, we’ve observed that insurers are scrutinising all aspects of the claims process. Following a loss, the claims process can be stressful, complex, and long. This article outlines the paradigm shift in insurer’s perception of an acceptable notification of circumstances which may give rise to a claim, from a broker’s perspective.

Concussion in sport: Human errors can harm players, amplifying the need to prioritise athletes' well-being

September 13, 2023

With the AFL finals underway where the best of the best will duke it out, matches are not the only battles happening in the sport. The topic of concussion casts a lingering shadow that leaves administrators, players and clubs very nervous and with a lot of uncertainty. This threat not only jeopardises the health and well-being of those involved but also the future of sporting leagues through the potential for legal battles.

How technology is transforming the (sports personal accident) game!

April 18, 2023

For many Australians, sport is simply part of our DNA, with more than 80% of Australians participating in weekly sports or physical activity. However, sport is not without risk, demonstrated by the 50,000 people were hospitalised due to sports injuries between 2019 and 2020. Chris Papakostas, Service Executive - Honan Sports, looks at how the use of technology and data analytics is driving a shift in the insurance industry towards a more individualised and data-driven approach to personal injury cover.

3 Essentials to limit betting scandals in sport: Why risk management is always a safe bet

November 25, 2022

Recent allegations against an AFL Field Umpire relating to betting outcomes have sent shockwaves throughout the football community. While the AFL already has protocols in place for educating umpires and procedures for submitting votes, the rise of betting and digital betting platforms means there is a greater risk of misconduct. Drawing on his experience as a former AFL Field Umpire, Matthew Head, National Facilities Placement Manager, shares some additional actions that sporting bodies can take to ensure a fair game.

Why taking the reins on risk management is always a smart idea

November 14, 2022

Sport is dangerous, and participants enter at their own risk, but sporting associations cannot unilaterally rely on this defence if things go wrong, as demonstrated by a recent decision by the High Court. Risk management for sporting associations can be a complex but crucial matter as explained by Jesse Krause who takes a closer look at practical ways your organisation can limit risks through documented preventative measures.

Staying Ahead of the Curveball: Limiting Risks to Sporting Bodies, Associations, & Clubs

June 28, 2022

With a recent global sports survey by PwC revealing the average industry growth is projected to slow, operational efficiency and effective risk management have never been more critical for sporting bodies, associations, and clubs at all levels.

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Honing In on Our Partners: Catapult Sports

November 23, 2020

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October 1, 2020

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Personal Accident

Corporate Travel

Combined Liability / Professional Indemnity

Association Liability / Management Liability

Industrial Special Risk (ISR) / Business Package

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