PNG to recruit Australia police in security deal
Papua New Guinea's minister of state Justin Tkatchenko says Australian police officers 'can help us out considerably' under a new security deal.
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New preventative detention laws pass parliament
Serious offenders recently released from immigration detention are now subject to preventative detention measures after laws passed federal parliament.
Australia safety pledge as Israel issues travel warning
Top ministers are assuring the Jewish community it remains safe in Australia and have condemned anti-Semitism after Israel issued a travel alert.
Australia and France strike defence pact on base access
A security agreement and a road map spanning greater co-operation in the Pacific have been unveiled by France and Australia.
Serious offenders face return to detention in laws push
The worst offenders recently released from immigration detention could soon be locked up again with the government pushing for new laws to pass this week.
Beefed up detention laws to be nutted out in parliament
Home Affairs Minister Clare O'Neil is hoping to pass laws that would see the worst offenders recently released from immigration detention locked up again.
Plan to put serious offenders back in detention
Home Affairs Minister Clare O'Neil is hoping to pass laws that would see the worst offenders recently released from immigration detention locked up again.
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Criminals target government with record cyber attacks
Australia has had one of the world's biggest rises in cyber attacks against government agencies, with a report showing criminals are pursuing official sources.
‘Scapegoating’ of soldiers motivation for McBride leaks
The reasons David McBride leaked information revealing alleged war crimes have been questioned, but a secret document has shone a light on his decision.
‘Things are going to get worse’: cyber shield unveiled
A cyber strategy focused on protecting small and medium businesses against an increasing number of attacks has been released by the federal government.
Albanese welcomes hostage exchange, as deal delayed
Anthony Albanese has backed a temporary ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, just as the brokered deal was set back with the release of hostages delayed.
Crackdown on former detainees could face legal hurdle
Tough new laws including tracking devices and jail for breaching visa conditions for 93 released detainees are likely to face a legal challenge, an expert says.
Chinese attack on navy ship divers ‘dangerous’: PM
The prime minister says an incident involving the Chinese military and Australian navy divers was appropriately and unequivocally raised with authorities.
Cyber security chief on leave over workplace matter
Air Marshal Darren Goldie will end his tenure as National Cyber Security Coordinator after being recalled to Defence over a workplace matter.
Cybercrime hits government, business and Australians
Reports of cybercrime have surged in the last 12 months but a government intelligence agency says there are many more instances not reported.
Door open for deals with other Pacific nations: Wong
Other Pacific countries could follow Tuvalu's lead and sign security agreements with Australia, with Penny Wong saying the offer is open.
Pact puts handbrake on ‘defining technology of our age’
A pact on artificial intelligence is intended to protect people from harm without stifling breakthroughs in vaccines, computing and defence.
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Extra $2b to finance critical minerals ‘lacks ambition’
An extra $2 billion for the critical minerals supply chain will form part of the Albanese government's plan to support allies and overhaul the economy.
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Microsoft invests $5b in Aussie cyber shield, AI future
The prime minister's visit to the United States has unlocked a $5 billion deal with tech giant Microsoft to build a cyber shield and upskill Australians.
Albanese-Biden to turn AUKUS vision into reality
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will use his official visit to Washington to turn the AUKUS vision of nuclear-powered submarines into a reality.
ASIO chief reveals Chinese interference plot details
ASIO director-general Mike Burgess has confirmed Australia kicked out an academic who was recruited by Chinese intelligence to gather information.
‘Spirit of Israel’ on display as envoy vows resistance
Israel's ambassador to Australia has hailed his nation's unity and vowed Hamas "will be stripped of their military capabilities" following devastating attacks.
Major shift in army stance to counter emerging threats
Army units will be specialised and weapons moved around to take advantage of Australia's north and position defence forces to better respond to threats.
Australian troops head north in major army restructure
Army units will be specialised and weapons moved around to take advantage of Australia's north and position defence forces to better respond to threats.
Troops head north as army braces for regional conflict
Specialised combat brigades will be positioned in Australia's north in a major restructure to better prepare the army for conflict in the region.
New cybersecurity standards to keep Aussies safe online
A set of standards for businesses and developers to ensure digital products have built-in cyber protections will be developed by the federal government.
Defence spends $765m for air and missile defence system
New air and missile defence systems are being developed for the Australian Defence Force to protect Australia from potential threats.
Push to torpedo nuclear subs sinks at Labor conference
The Labor government has stamped its authority over rank-and-file members who wanted nuclear submarines stripped from the party's policy platform.
PM to stamp authority over nuclear submarine dissent
The federal government is set to avoid an embarrassing showdown following a push from within against the acquisition of nuclear submarines.
UK uses Australia’s east as launch pad into the Pacific
A UK commanding officer says China's engagement in the Pacific cannot be overlooked as Britain attempts to expand its own presence in the region.
Businesses weigh up banning TikTok on phones of workers
Australian workers may be banned from accessing apps such as TikTok and WeChat as a study reveals more companies are planning to restrict the apps.