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Tim Bennett

Tim Bennett

Insurance expert

Tim Bennett is Finder's lead publisher for insurance and utilities. For over 10 years he's reported on news, politics, finance and other topics as a journalist and radio presenter. Tim's roles have included radio news reader and breakfast at the ABC, news producer for SBS and producer for Fairfax Media. Tim has been quoted as a health insurance expert on Television programs including 7 News, Sunrise, SBS news, as well as on radio stations including 3AW, 5AA and ABC Local. He's also been quoted in national news mastheads including the Australian, as well as The Daily Telegraph, The Courier Mail and more.

To contact Tim for a media interview, please email aupr@finder.com.

Expertise

  • Personal finance
  • Financial comparison
  • Health insurance
  • General insurance
  • Life insurance

Education

  • Bachelor of Arts (Politics) | Macquarie University | 2011-2018
  • Tier 1 RG 146 Generic Knowledge | Financial Education Professionals | 2024

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Latest articles by Tim Bennett

161 articles written by this author

NSW Emergency Department Waiting Times

The median time to leave the emergency department in NSW is now 3 hours and 40 minutes, which is pretty stable. Learn how to check waiting times for your local hospital.

Tim Bennett 2 July 2025
NSW Emergency Department Waiting Times

Changes coming to health insurance from July 1

Private health insurance is changing from July 1 - here's what you need to know.

Tim Bennett 30 June 2025
Changes coming to health insurance from July 1

The Best Health Insurance Deals Are About To Expire

Last call for the best health insurance deals of the year! EOFY is when you can save thousands on health insurance when switching.

Tim Bennett 27 June 2025
The Best Health Insurance Deals Are About To Expire

You Could Lose Hundreds in Health Benefits Next Week

If your policy resets on July 1st, this is your urgent reminder: "use it or lose it" is more than just a saying, it's a financial reality.

Tim Bennett 27 June 2025
You Could Lose Hundreds in Health Benefits Next Week

Compare Extras Cover

Extras health insurance comes in hundreds of varieties...literally. Learn more and compare extras cover from dozens of providers before you buy.

Tim Bennett 28 May 2025
Compare Extras Cover

M1 Metal Mayhem: How will car insurance cover it?

Sydney-bound commuters on the M1 faced unprecedented chaos this morning after a truck spilled a load of metal shards, shredding hundreds of car tyres and bringing traffic to a standstill. For affected drivers, what happens with car insurance?

Tim Bennett 2 May 2025
M1 Metal Mayhem: How will car insurance cover it?

Travel Insurance: Compare and Save

Compare travel insurance quotes from 15 brands – that’s more than any other site in Australia. See prices in seconds. Find a better deal.

Tim Bennett 25 March 2025
Travel Insurance: Compare and Save

Compare health insurance Australia – Chatbot

Looking for private health cover? Follow these easy steps to find the right private health insurance policy for you.

Tim Bennett 6 March 2025
Compare health insurance Australia – Chatbot

Compare health insurance

Looking for private health cover? Follow these easy steps to find the right private health insurance policy for you.

Tim Bennett 4 March 2025
Compare health insurance

Compare health insurance Australia – Chatbot

Looking for private health cover? Follow these easy steps to find the right private health insurance policy for you.

Tim Bennett 4 March 2025
Compare health insurance Australia – Chatbot
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