Life Matters Blog

A blog to support you at all stages of your journey. Whether you need helpful insurance and lifestyle tips or to read an inspiring story, our blog will help you get the most out of your insurance and truly celebrate life.

Insurance tips

Asteron Life internship a ‘career launching’ opportunity for AUT student

22/10/2024

Andy is the first AUT student to take up the opportunity to intern with Asteron Life, as part of a newly established programme with AUT to help produce graduates with a deeper understanding of the sector and the role of claims management.

Expertise & Heart – The Asteron Life Claims Philosophy

10/10/2023

The Asteron Life Claims Philosophy is consistent and centres around our customers and the long-term business view and long-term benefit for customers, meaning we are there for them in the times they need us the most.

Life insurance and cancer

02/10/2023

It’s an unfortunate reality that cancer is one of the biggest killers in New Zealand. With the high rates of the disease in New Zealand, you might find it reassuring to know that some life insurance companies, including Asteron Life, offer specific cover for cancer.

Community

Why we’re supporting customers experiencing vulnerability

27/07/2021

At Asteron Life, we’re here supporting you for life – and when we say that, we mean it.

Insurance tips

Three things to consider if you have an employee life insurance policy

By Graham Hill 30/06/2021

Many companies offer free life insurance to their employees. Generally, this will automatically provide life insurance cover without the need for underwriting. Here are three things to think about when it comes to employee life insurance cover.

Community

A helping hand when you need it

21/06/2021

At Asteron Life, we’re here to help we’re here to support you for life. We also know there are times when everyone needs a little extra support. That’s why, where we can, we’re offering practical assistance to customers we find are experiencing vulnerability of some kind.

Insurance tips

Three insurances to consider when you start a business

By Claire Sutton 19/03/2021

There are many types of insurance that might help to protect your business. Here are three life insurance covers you might want to consider when you start a new business.

Insurance tips

Are you a new parent thinking about life insurance?

By Claire Sutton 09/02/2021

You might be busy navigating a host of important decisions and responsibilities in your new role as parent, and one of them might be whether or not it’s a good time to consider getting - or reviewing your existing - life insurance.

Insurance tips

Tips for structuring your life insurance

By By Grant Willis 07/08/2020

Life after lockdown means things have changed for many of us – and that could include your needs when it comes to life insurance. We caught up with Grant Willis our Executive Manager, Life, to find out some simple ways you can review your life insurance needs.

Wellbeing

Three helpful reasons to quit smoking

29/05/2020

Stopping smoking can help reduce your NZ health insurance premiums.

Disclaimer

This information is of a general nature and is not personalised to your situation. If you would like advice which takes into account your particular financial situation or goals, please contact your registered financial adviser.