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About Us

We are excited to announce that in 2025, Safeguard General Insurance has transformed into SafeWest Insurance. While our name has changed, we remain true to our core values of trust, service, and reliability.

With a wealth of experience spanning over 35 years in the insurance industry, at SafeWest Insurance we have the experience and passion to help you navigate both personal and business insurance needs and minimise the hassle.

As part of the Steadfast Group, the biggest insurance broker network around Australasia, we can offer you great insurance options personalised specifically for you. We're not just about insurance policies; we're about giving you peace of mind so you can focus on what really matters.

Our dedicated team aims to remove the stress and headaches from the insurance process for you. Need coverage for your family or business? Consider it done. We handle the boring stuff so you don’t have to.

Welcome to SafeWest Insurance, where we continue to safeguard what matters most to you.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US

Personalised insurance strategies

We discuss your business and personal needs with you to ensure full understanding of all your potential risks.

We'll tailor an insurance strategy to those needs and provide personalised recommendations to place your policies with insurers for you.

Day-to-day ongoing support

We don't expect you to understand insurance policies, that's our job!

We're happy to clarify any questions you may have at any time to ensure your peace of mind.

Management of claims

Need to make a claim? No problem!

We'll lodge and manage claims on your behalf, and provide coverage advice to ensure the best possible outcome.

Annual policy review and renewal

Life is perpetual change.

 

That's why each year we review your insurance plan and offer updated terms where we feel improvements can be made.

MEET OUR TEAM

Paul Stevens Director SafeWest Insurance Authorised Broker

Paul Stevens

Director

AR: 1252633

Paul took on the Director role in 2017 and has found his niche in supporting small businesses with their insurance needs.

 

With extensive experience in both personal and business insurance, Paul's focus is on the best interest of his clients and will go above and beyond to ensure the best options of cover are presented to them.

Naomi Jenning, SafeWest Insurance, Authorised Broker

Naomi Jennings

Account Executive

AR: 341700

Naomi has been in the insurance game since 2007 and holds a wealth of knowledge and expertise across the industry.

While experienced in all insurance packages, Naomi's knowledge is second to none when it comes to mining and machinery, making her our specialist in these insurance solutions.

Kara Smith, SafeWest Insurance, Authorised Broker

Kara Smith

Account Executive

AR: 1283195

Kara may be our newest team member, but she brings more than a decade of insurance experience with her.

Though well versed in many types of insurance solutions, Kara is our specialist for domestic policies.  Whether you're looking to protect your home, car, or personal possessions, her knowledge will ensure you're well covered.

Nicole Stevens, SafeWest Insurance

Nicole Stevens

Manager of Operations

Although not a broker, Nicole keeps things ticking along behind the scenes so the team can focus on doing what they do best: providing the best quality of service to our clients.

Nicole's background in data systems and management ensure your information is secure in our hands. 

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