McLardy McShane Tasmania Insurance Advisors

McLardy McShane Tasmania Insurance Advisors is an insurance brokerage based in Hobart and joined the McLardy McShane Group in 2025. The group was founded in 2007 by Don McLardy and Mike McShane and has grown to more than 30 offices across Australia. McLardy McShane is part of the Steadfast Group, described as Australasia's largest general insurance broker network.

McLardy McShane Tasmania specialises in business insurance tailored for Tasmanian industries and works with more than 150 insurers. It covers agriculture, construction, medical, tourism, hospitality, and transport businesses. Services include risk assessment, claims management, and tailored service. McLardy McShane has helped raise millions of dollars for causes including The Reach Foundation and the Fight MND Foundation.

In Hobart, McLardy McShane Tasmania Insurance Advisors draws consistently positive feedback from clients who have used the brokerage for both personal and business insurance needs. Tom Allwright is singled out repeatedly, with customers describing him as professional, diligent and willing to work hard on their behalf. A recurring theme is the thoroughness applied to tailoring solutions, with policyholders noting the care taken to understand their circumstances and match cover accordingly. Several reviewers highlight the savings achieved, describing policies obtained at a noticeably lower cost than expected, particularly for business insurance.

The service is also praised for helping clients navigate difficult situations, with clear explanations and patient guidance through what can be a complicated process. Reviewers appreciate the comprehensive approach taken to assessing needs before recommending cover, and the professionalism shown throughout each interaction. The willingness to put in sustained effort, rather than a quick transactional exchange, is another point that comes up often. Clients describe feeling well looked after from first contact through to policy placement, with communication that is responsive and straightforward. For those seeking business cover, the ability to find a close fit and deliver meaningful savings stands out as a defining strength of the practice.