Business Details
48 Years
experience
Trusted Insurance Brokers in Brisbane
Established in 1978, Diford Insurance Brokers has built a reputation as one of Brisbane's longest-running insurance broker firms. With over 40 years of combined experience, principals Geoff Thomas and Stephen Thomas specialise in providing tailored insurance solutions for both personal and commercial clients across Australia. Our expertise spans home, vehicle, marine, business, liability, and income protection insurance, with access to a wide network of Australian insurers. Geoff Thomas, a qualified insurance broker with a Diploma of Financial Services (Insurance Broking), has developed extensive industry contacts to secure competitive coverage options. As an authorised representative of Community Broker Network Pty Ltd (AFSL 233750), we adhere to strict compliance standards while maintaining membership in the Steadfast Insurance Group for enhanced policy support.Our client-centric approach focuses on comprehensive risk assessment and policy comparison, ensuring optimal protection for individuals and businesses. With offices in Kangaroo Point and serving clients Australia-wide, we combine local knowledge with national reach to deliver personalised insurance advice. Our commitment to transparency and ethical brokering practices has earned us long-term client relationships and industry recognition. Whether you require home insurance, commercial vehicle coverage, or business interruption protection, our team provides expert guidance through every stage of the insurance process. Backed by decades of experience and formal qualifications, we remain dedicated to finding the most suitable insurance solutions for our clients' evolving needs.
Services
Home Insurance
Car Insurance
Business Insurance
Boat Insurance
Liability Insurance
Income Protection
Commercial Vehicle Insurance
Marine Insurance
Professional Indemnity
Public Liability
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of combined insurance broking experience in Brisbane and nationwide
- Our team holds formal qualifications including Diploma of Financial Services (Insurance Broking)
- We provide access to hundreds of insurance policies from leading Australian insurers
- Our brokers maintain membership with the Steadfast Insurance Group for enhanced policy support
- We specialise in both personal and commercial insurance with tailored risk assessment
Associations and certifications
- Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL 233750)
- Steadfast Insurance Group
- National Insurance Brokers Association (NIBA)
Services
Business Insurance
We provide comprehensive business insurance solutions for Australian companies of all sizes. Our coverage includes buildings, plant equipment, stock, public liability, professional indemnity, and commercial vehicle protection. With access to multiple insurers, we tailor policies to suit specific industry needs while ensuring cost-effectiveness and adequate risk coverage.
Home Insurance
Our home insurance policies protect Queensland properties against fire, theft, natural disasters, and accidental damage. We offer combined building and contents coverage with flexible excess options. Our brokers assess individual requirements to ensure appropriate coverage limits while maintaining competitive premiums through our insurer partnerships.
Car Insurance
We specialise in comprehensive car insurance solutions for private and commercial vehicles. Our policies cover accident damage, theft, fire, and third-party liability. With access to multiple insurers, we compare policies to find the best balance between coverage and affordability for individual drivers and fleet operators.
Boat Insurance
Our boat insurance provides protection for recreational and commercial marine vessels across Australia. Coverage includes hull damage, theft, third-party liability, and trailer protection. We work with specialist marine insurers to ensure appropriate coverage for different vessel types while maintaining competitive pricing through our broker network.
Income Protection
We offer income protection policies to safeguard against financial hardship from accident or illness. Our policies provide regular benefit payments when unable to work, with flexible terms to suit different occupations and income structures. We help clients navigate policy options to find appropriate coverage periods and benefit amounts.
People
Geoff Thomas
Principal Insurance Broker
With over 40 years' experience, Geoff Thomas is a qualified insurance broker holding a Diploma of Financial Services (Insurance Broking). He established Diford Insurance Brokers in 1978 and maintains extensive industry contacts to secure competitive insurance solutions for clients Australia-wide.
Stephen Thomas
Insurance Broker
Stephen Thomas brings specialist insurance knowledge with a Tier 1 Certificate in Insurance Broking. With experience in banking and finance, he provides expert advice on personal and commercial insurance products, working alongside Geoff Thomas to deliver tailored coverage solutions across Australia.
Questions
How do you find the best insurance policies?
We compare hundreds of policies from multiple insurers to find the most suitable coverage at competitive prices for your specific needs.
What insurance services do you offer?
We provide personal and commercial insurance including home, car, boat, business, liability, income protection, and vehicle coverage Australia-wide.
How experienced are your brokers?
Our brokers have over 40 years' combined experience with formal qualifications including Diploma of Financial Services (Insurance Broking).
Do you serve clients outside Brisbane?
Yes, we serve clients Australia-wide while maintaining our Brisbane-based office in Kangaroo Point for local support.
