Marine and General Insurance Brokers

Why use a broker

• Access to the wider market. Rob has connections with insurers worldwide, including Lloyd's, which helps for unusual boats or cruising plans.
• Claims support. When something goes wrong, the brokerage helps you through the claim and works with the insurer's loss adjusters, investigators and legal advisers for you.
• The Steadfast network. As part of Australia and New Zealand's largest broker group, the business has the buying power of a big network with the service of a small office.
• Code-bound. The brokerage subscribes to the Insurance Brokers Code of Practice and is a member of AFCA, the Australian Financial Complaints Authority.

How it compares

A broker works for you, not the insurer. That's the key difference from going direct to Club Marine or Nautilus. Marine & General suits owners who want one trusted adviser for their boat and everything else. For a marine-only agency on the Sunshine Coast, see Topsail or Aqua Marine HQ.

Questions to ask before you buy

• Which insurers will you compare for my boat?
• How are you paid: commission, fee, or both?
• How will you help me if I claim?
• Can you insure my boat, home and car together, and would that save me money?

Contact

29205 Ephraim Island Parade, Paradise Point QLD 4216 · (07) 5636 5593. Authorised representative of United Insurance Group (AFSL 258224).

See our guide to marine insurance on the Gold Coast and compare other marine insurance providers.

Last checked: September 2026. Details checked September 2026.

Solitary Islands

Practical cruising guide to the Solitary Islands region on the NSW mid‑north coast, describing the marine park, harbour approaches, principal sailing areas, anchorages, facilities, hazards and local rules. Focused for recreational sailors, trailer‑sailors and coastal passagemakers who plan to visit Coffs Harbour and the coastal islands between Red Rock and Sandon River. Includes realistic trip ideas and an assessment of who benefits most from this destination.