Risk specialist Cornerstone Risk Group (Cornerstone) has acquired general insurance broker Central Highlands Insurance Services (Central Highlands).

Central Highlands provides general insurance solutions, including commercial, industrial, primary production, professional, travel, domestic, and heavy motor insurance. It also deals with a wide range of major insurers that provide various policy packages, including tailored packages.

In a LinkedIn post, Cornerstone has warmly welcomed Central Highlands to its team: “We are thrilled to announce our latest business acquisition and warmly welcome Central Highlands Insurance Services to Cornerstone Risk Group Pty Ltd.”

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Cornerstone is an insurance broker supporting businesses in New South Wales (NSW) and Queensland. It specialises in all forms of business, commercial, and personal insurance, boasting a team with more than 40 years of experience in Australia and internationally.

The company is known for its personalised approach, providing a full insurance solution to clients across Australia and addressing challenging risks. It also boasts solution-focused onshore and offshore offerings, thanks to its longstanding relationships with various insurance companies, and finding solutions to private and corporate needs.

Cornerstone's latest acquisition extends its reach into Central Queensland and follows its acquisition of Brisbane-based Hayes Insurance Services.