Storm Preparation
When a storm strikes, rest assured, we are here
When a storm strikes, rest assured, we are here
Storms are usually generated by three main elements: moist air, an unstable atmosphere, and weather events like a front, trough or area of low pressure.
Resulting in a combination of fierce winds, heavy rain, wild lightning, ferocious thunder and sometimes hail, severe storms can cause devastating damage.
That’s why it’s vital you keep prepared to help ensure the safety of you, your family and your employees.
Here are some practical tips to help you reduce your risk for the storm season ahead. And remember if you need any assistance – Austbrokers Countrywide is here.
Please only take action if it’s safe to do so. If you need any further guidance, please contact us. For emergencies, please call 000.
If you haven’t already, prepare an emergency kit and keep it handy (this can include things like first aid supplies, torch, battery operated radio, important documents and medicines).
Please only take action if it’s safe to do so. For emergencies, please call 000.
Please do not return to your property or vehicle until emergency services have confirmed you can.
Important: please do not return to your property or vehicle until emergency services have confirmed you can.
We understand this is a stressful time for you, your family and your business, so we’ll do everything we can to make it easier for you.
We’ve listed important information below on how to lodge a claim, precautions you should take, and tips to help with a smooth claim process.
Importantly, the safety of you, your loved ones and employees comes first. Please contact us if you need any further guidance. For emergencies, please call 000.
Remember that Austbrokers Countrywide is here for you – before, during and after a storm. If you need assistance or any further guidance, please contact us.
Please do not return to your property or vehicle until emergency services have confirmed you can.
Our Claims Service Team on is here for you at any time, any day of the week.
During office hours please call 03 9835 1320. Click here for our after hours contacts
Toll free: 1800 245 123
P: (03) 9835 1300
F: (03) 9763 5932
info@abcountrywide.com.au
Level 2, 35 Dalmore Drive
Scoresby VIC 3179
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By purchasing online:
• You are expected to self-manage your policy.
• There is no advice provided by Austbrokers Countrywide.
• You will need to manage your own claims directly with Austbrokers Life Solutions by calling 1300 161 635.
• If you need to make changes to the policy, you will need to contact Austbrokers Life Solutions on 1300 161 635.
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• There is no advice provided by Austbrokers Countrywide.
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• If you need to make changes to the policy, you will need to contact CHUBB on 1800 803 548..
By purchasing online:
• You are expected to self-manage your policy.
• There is no advice provided by Austbrokers Countrywide.
• You will need to manage your own claims directly with CGU by calling 1300 306 083.
• If you need to make changes to the policy, you will need to contact CGU on 1300 306 083.
By purchasing online:
• You are expected to self-manage your policy.
• There is no advice provided by Austbrokers Countrywide.
• You will need to manage your own claims directly with CGU by calling 1300 306 083.
• If you need to make changes to the policy, you will need to contact CGU on 1300 306 083..
By purchasing online:
• You are expected to self-manage your policy.
• There is no advice provided by Austbrokers Countrywide.
• You will need to manage your own claims directly with CGU by calling 1300 306 083.
• If you need to make changes to the policy, you will need to contact CGU on 1300 306 083..