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Local farmers learn from insurance experts

Announcement posted by Achmea Australia 29 May 2017

Local farmers welcomed an opportunity to increase their knowledge of on-farm liability responsibilities during a presentation by Sydney litigation expert, John Van de Poll in Leongatha, Warragul and Shepparton this week.

Organised by Achmea Australia, the free event offered attendees a rare opportunity to hear first-hand from an insurance law specialist.

“John has over 20 years’ experience as a litigator specialising in all areas of insurance and has managed a significant number of large rural litigation matters,” said Achmea Australia Regional Manager, Karen Kenny.

“He was a very personable and engaging speaker and I have no doubt attendees went away with a better understanding of what their obligations are following his presentation – ‘Quad bikes and escaping stock’.”

Local farmer Brian Kelly said he found the event extremely informative.

“It was good to get some clarity around liability issues that confront us every day like stock on roads, quad bikes and employees or contractors on our farm”, said Brian.

Shepparton-based Achmea Australia Risk Specialist, Kieran Kelly said the focus of the event was to improve their clients understanding of on-farm liability.

“John was awarded Law Partner of the Year: Insurance in The Lawyers Weekly Awards in 2016 and was included in Best Lawyers 2017 (Insurance), so it was a real coup to have someone with his expertise visiting the area,” Kieran explained.

“John is a very well respected and experienced litigator and I believe all attendees left with some practical ideas for developing their own strategy for mitigating risks on-farm.”

Karen Kenny said Achmea Australia hosted three events throughout regional Victoria.

“Achmea Australia is a relatively new insurer of Australia’s farming sector but we have over 200 years of experience at helping farmers prevent, manage, and cover risk, with more than 13 million customers worldwide,” Karen explained.

“Organising John to speak and meet local farmers in Leongatha, Warragul and Shepparton is our way of supporting our clients to reduce their risk and keep farming, no matter what.”
 
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Photo caption: John Van de Poll delivering a Farm Liability presentation in Shepparton
 
 
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About Achmea Australia
Achmea Australia is a dedicated agricultural insurance company committed to helping its clients identify, reduce and manage risks.

It works with its clients to prevent and manage risks across five categories: buildings; inventory; business interruption; vehicles and liability.

It’s All-in-One Farm Pack and winter crop insurance allow customers to tailor their cover to their precise needs. Achmea Australia has an exclusive distribution philosophy.

It believes in its collaboration and association with Rabobank, which has a strong presence in rural Australia.

By employing their own local Risk Specialists, it is adding value to its clients with a personalised and tailored service as well as keeping costs down.

Achmea Australia enjoys the financial strength of its parent company Achmea, based in the Netherlands. For more information visit www.achmea.com.au