February 22 saw the introduction of Australia’s notifiable data breaches (NDB) scheme. The scheme requires notification of unauthorised access to, disclosure of, or loss of information likely to result in serious harm. The scheme will apply to Australian Government agencies, businesses and not-for-profit organisations that have an annual turnover of more than $3M, private sector...
This year our Geelong and Werribee offices will be closed over the holiday period for a much needed break. We would like to take this opportunity to wish all our clients a happy and safe Christmas and New Year and we look forward to working with you again in 2018. Our office is closed from 12pm Friday...
This year in lieu of our usual office Kris Kringle present we decided to donate to a local charity, the Give Where You Live Santa Cause Christmas Appeal. The Santa Cause appeal aims to help thousands of Geelong’s most vulnerable people this festive season. This year the team at Roderick Insurance Brokers Geelong and Werribee...
This was our first year taking part in a team challenge for Movember and the boys set themselves a target of $2,500.00. The Movember foundation aims to raise awareness for Men’s mental health issues and promoting conversation between men. Team RIB did a fantastic job and raised a total of $2,856.00. Great effort and congratulations...
The Christmas period is about relaxing and enjoying time with your family and friends. Whether it’s a holiday close to home or the trip of a lifetime overseas, the last thing you want is a message from home that someone has broken in. Here are our tips to ensure your home is safe over the...
Unfortunately online scams are becoming increasingly common and even mores so during the festive season. According to Stay Smart Online, in December 2016, 7153 online scams were reported to Scam watch, the highest number of online scams in a month that financial year. Head over to their website for further information about what you can...
It’s that time of year again – the challenge of untangling the Christmas lights and dusting off the decorations. While most of us put some effort into the decorations and tree, how much do we put into making sure the lights are in a safe working condition? Here are 5 tips to ensure you get...
Business Interruption Insurance can keep your business afloat in the event of a claim that stops your business from operating. What if you had to shut the doors due to an unforeseen disaster such as a fire or storm damage? Would your business survive? What if you were in retail and you were forced to...
Even if you are only a small business in Geelong or Werribee, if you have a website or electronic records, you are at risk for a cyber attack. It is often as simple as clicking on a seemingly legitimate email link and your system can be brought to a shutdown or maybe one day you...
Men are facing a health crisis that isn’t being talked about. They’re dying too young – much before their time. This year, Roderick Insurance Brokers Geelong and Werribee are taking action by raising funds for prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health and suicide prevention. Click here and donate today and we can be the difference. We can stop men...
