Insurance Contracts Act Handbook

17.03.2026 Chern Tan

36 years. 13 editions. One essential reference. The Insurance Contracts Act Handbook is an important part of Australian insurance law.

"The Insurance Bible".

Head of claims, large insurer.

"Great publication, the best on the market".

Claims manager, large Insurer

"An excellent reference source".

In house lawyer, 'Big Four' Bank

Order the 13th edition now, from $120

Australia's insurance law is evolving fast. Stay ahead with the definitive reference trusted by the industry for over 36 years. The 13th edition of our market-leading Insurance Contracts Act Handbook is now available to order – the essential reference for insurers, underwriters, claims professionals and legal practitioners.

This publication provides a practical overview of Australia's Insurance Contracts Act 1984 (Cth). Released bi-yearly, the latest edition of the Handbook captures all amendments to the Act as well as commentary on important case law developments over the past two years.  

The Handbook is designed to help you:

  1. Remain at pace with the legislative and case law developments
  2. Understand practical implications of the Act 
  3. Draft new policies, endorsements and assess claims

New in the 13th edition

Since our last edition, three significant appeal decisions have reshaped key areas of insurance law – from notification obligations and non-disclosure to unfair contract terms. Each has practical consequences for how policies are drafted and claims are assessed, and we examine all three in this edition.

Pricing

The Handbook is available to purchase in the following formats (prices are exclusive of GST):

  • Digital (online): $120
  • Hard copy (printed): $190 + postage
  • Bundle (both formats): $240 + postage (save $70)

Order the 13th edition – digital or hardcopy

FAQs

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If your work involves insurance law in Australia, this handbook is a must have. From drafting policies to assessing claims, it is the reference that is used by in-house lawyers, underwriters, claims professionals, brokers, insurance managers, judges and barristers across the country.

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The digital Handbook is an online subscription available on our MinterEllison hosted (secure) platform called 'Ansarada'. By purchasing the digital edition, you gain complete access to the Handbook at any time, on any device. Your digital copy has advanced search features and will remain available until the next edition is released in 2028.

While the digital Handbook cannot be downloaded or printed, it is accessible online whenever and wherever you need it – making it a practical, always-available reference for your day-to-day work.

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Once you've submitted your order form, our team will review your request and respond within three business days. We will then issue an invoice for your selected handbook option. Once payment has been received, we will provide access according to your chose format:

  • Digital edition – you will receive an email from Ansarada providing access to your online Handbook
  • Hard copy – a printed version will be mailed to your nominated address 
  • Digital + Hard copy – you will receive both online access and a printed copy

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Yes – support is available and we are happy to help. We recommend the following steps:

  1. Visit Ansarada's support resources for technical troubleshooting, including browser compatibility and login issues. Please note that Google Chrome is the recommended browser.
  2. If you are still experiencing difficulty, please contact us at [email protected] and a member of our team will be in touch.
     

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