The agency will better safeguard those who expose government corruption and wrongdoing.
Category: Crime
NSW ups vape penalties
If passed, NSW will have overtaken Qld as the jurisdiction with the harshest vape penalties in Australia.
New digital ID platform a honeypot of data
Australia is seen as an easy target for attacks, a cybersecurity expert tells Government News.
Qld introduces affirmative model of consent
The long-awaited change brings Queensland in line with other Australian jurisdictions.
Effectiveness of vaping penalties unknown
It’s important that vapes remain accessible to those that need them, says expert.
NSW Gov supports recommendations of gay hate-crime commission
The report found police investigations were hindered by “homophobia, transphobia and prejudice”.
Qld cracks down on vape retailers
Australia’s harshest penalties have been passed by the Queensland government.
Security hacks on the rise, says report
Australia’s cybersecurity measures are inadequate and addressing data breaches must be a priority, says privacy chief.
Standardise power of attorney laws, says AHRC
Australia’s human rights agency is calling on governments to work together to achieve national consistency.
New DG announced for cyber spy agency
ACSC head Abigail Bradshaw is set to take the reins as the new Director-General of the Australian Signals Directorate.