Paige Estritori delivers the Weekly Insurance News Wrap from Financial Services Online, discussing key developments in Australia's insurance and property sectors. Firstly, the insured Strata properties nationwide are now valued at an impressive $1.4 trillion, pressing the need for improved regulations, policy updates, and investments for these ageing structures that house 15% of the population. In other news, TAL, a top life insurance provider, aims to tap into the retirement sector by purchasing a 15.1% stake in Challenger Limited. They aim to extend their service offerings and capture a bigger market share. Following Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, Australia's reinsurance pool is dealing with $1.7 billion in claims, leading to infrastructure reconstruction and disaster recovery planning. Finally, the Insurance Council of Australia is providing support to storm-hit Casterton, offering a community consultation to aid affected residents in claim processes and recovery strategies.n

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