The biggest increases have been recorded in New South Wales, where the average cost jumped 18% to $2,613. Victoria, South Australia and Tasmania each rose 17%, while Queensland premiums climbed 16% to $3,166. The Northern Territory saw the highest dollar increase, with the average policy rising $700 to $4,814. Even in North Queensland, already one of the most expensive regions, prices ticked up another 2% to $4,624.