Public Liability insurance is designed to provide protection for you and your business in the event a customer, supplier or a member of the public are injured or sustain property damage as a result of your negligent business activities.
According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, there are 11,454 businesses in Darwin, with 265 additional new businesses registered in the year to June 2023.1
The main employing industry is Health Care and Social Assistance at 12,900 workers, closely followed by Public Administration and Safety at 12,500 workers. Education and training is the third largest with 8,200 workers across the Territory.2
Like many small business owners, Darwin businesses each have a legal responsibility to take reasonable steps for the safety of their customers, suppliers and the community and for their property.
Most Public Liability policies also extend to cover Product Liability. If you sell, supply or deliver goods, even in the form of repair or service, you may need cover for negligence claims against you where your product has caused injury, death or damage.
Even the most careful businesses run the risk of injuring someone or damaging something during their operations. Chances are if you were faced with a public liability claim, the financial impact of paying the claim and associated legal fees (including defence costs) could potentially send you out of business. That’s why you could consider Public Liability insurance to provide the financial protection your business deserves.
What does Public Liability insurance cover?
Public Liability insurance covers claims for personal injury suffered by a third party (such as a customer, supplier or member of the public) due to your negligent business activities. It also covers claims for damage to property owned by a third party as a result of your negligent business activities. It’s clear that the legal costs of a public liability claim could pose a financial burden to a small business. Public Liability Insurance gives you peace of mind by picking up the reasonable legal and defence costs associated with a covered claim.
The following activities are typically not covered by a Public Liability insurance policy:
- Injuries to your employees
- Damage to your own property
- Costs of rectifying faulty workmanship
- Professional negligence
- Contractual liability
- Motor vehicle claims
- Events occurring before or after the policy period
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How much does Public Liability insurance cost for Darwin businesses?
On average and as a ballpark figure, small businesses pay $39* per month for a Public Liability insurance policy with BizCover. Public Liability insurance is one of the most popular types of insurance. In fact, it is likely to be very important for almost every kind of business, from those that operate in the trades and service industries, to businesses that are predominantly office-based, such as consultancy occupations.
Given the various industries and occupations Public Liability insurance can cover, the cost of it can vary greatly. This is due to several factors including:
- The type and nature of your business
- Your business turnover and size
- The amount of insurance cover your business needs
* Customer Average Monthly Payment Report is based on 1 July 2023 to 30 June 2024 and presented as a guide only. It may not reflect pricing for your particular business, as individual criteria will apply.
1 This data is for 2023 and sourced from the Australian Government. https://www.asbfeo.gov.au/small-business-data-portal/location-australias-small-businesses-state-and-territory/northern. Last accessed March 2025.
2 This data is for 2024 and sourced from the Australian Government. https://www.jobsandskills.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-04/Industry%20Profile%20-%20Darwin.pdf
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