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Auditor finds 'critical shortcomings' in cyber security

Auditor finds 'critical shortcomings' in cyber security

The auditor-general says there are 'ongoing deficiencies' in the government's handling of cyber security.

Dedicated whistleblower legal service goes live

Dedicated whistleblower legal service goes live

Dedicated whistleblower legal service goes live

Dedicated whistleblower legal service goes live

A new legal service will provide direct support for whistleblowers as the man who revealed alleged war crimes faces criminal prosecution this year.

Germany eyes Australia's strategy to counter China

Germany eyes Australia's strategy to counter China

Germany eyes Australia's strategy to counter China

Germany eyes Australia's strategy to counter China

German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock says Europe is keeping a close eye on Australia's foreign policy as it seeks to counter China's growing aggression.

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We want to make no country think war is worth it: Wong

We want to make no country think war is worth it: Wong

Penny Wong has remained tight lipped on whether the nation is in a military race with China, or whether Australia should sign a treaty banning nuclear weapons.

Push to torpedo nuclear subs sinks at Labor conference

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.

Australian lawyer lashes Beijing's bounty on his head

Australian lawyer lashes Beijing's bounty on his head

Kevin Yam has slammed the Chinese Communist Party as having an "ugly ethno-nationalist side" for thinking they have control over anyone of Chinese heritage.

New laws make it easier for spy agency to share intel

New laws make it easier for spy agency to share intel

The attorney-general will not need to expressly sign off on who secret intelligence can be shared with under new federal laws.

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Businesses weigh up banning TikTok on phones of workers

Businesses weigh up banning TikTok on phones of workers

Businesses weigh up banning TikTok on phones of workers

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.

UK uses Australia's east as launch pad into the Pacific

UK uses Australia's east as launch pad into the Pacific

UK uses Australia's east as launch pad into the Pacific

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.

US nuclear submarine surfaces in Australian port

US nuclear submarine surfaces in Australian port

US nuclear submarine surfaces in Australian port

US nuclear submarine surfaces in Australian port

An American Virginia-class nuclear-powered submarine has docked in Australia for the first time since the AUKUS deal was signed.

Warnings about spying, hacking threat from Chinese AI

Warnings about spying, hacking threat from Chinese AI

Warnings about spying, hacking threat from Chinese AI

Warnings about spying, hacking threat from Chinese AI

Australia needs to properly assess and regulate artificial intelligence to stop authoritarian nations using it to undermine national security, a report says.

Not impossible: UK looks to British troops in Darwin

Not impossible: UK looks to British troops in Darwin

Not impossible: UK looks to British troops in Darwin

Not impossible: UK looks to British troops in Darwin

A British minister says the potential stationing of troops in Australia is a regular topic of conversation despite no official proposal being made.

UK urges allies to crack down on military secret leaks

UK urges allies to crack down on military secret leaks

UK urges allies to crack down on military secret leaks

UK urges allies to crack down on military secret leaks

The minister responsible for British forces has described as 'offensive' members of the UK military selling secrets to China for personal gain.

US army mulls stationing watercraft Down Under

US army mulls stationing watercraft Down Under

US army mulls stationing watercraft Down Under

US army mulls stationing watercraft Down Under

A top US army brigadier general in the Pacific says America could step in and help plug gaps in Australia's ability to transport land vehicles in a conflict.

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Biden knocks Putin, soothes Zelenskiy at NATO summit

US President Joe Biden has pledged that NATO will stand by Ukraine in its fight against Russia's invasion.

TikTok data gathering behind federal ban: cyber agency

The Australian Signals Directorate says TikTok's ability to gather user information was partly behind the reason for its ban from federal devices.

TikTok admits 'serious misconduct' in surveilling press

Executives from social media platform TikTok admit serious changes are needed in the wake of misconduct by "rogue employees" who allegedly spied on journalists.

Cyber attacks top Aussie list of international concerns

After a string of data breaches, Australians have listed cyber attacks from other countries as their most pressing international affairs concern.

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Australia-PNG security pact nears finish line

Australia is hoping a security pact with Papua New Guinea could be signed this month after delays in negotiations.

Defence assures nuclear subs won't be 'rust buckets'

A senator has pushed defence officials on why the US navy should be trusted to deliver nuclear subs when previous ships were taken out of service with rust.

Dispute over words delays Australia-PNG security pact

Negotiations for a new security treaty that would cement more co-operation between Australian and Papua New Guinean defence forces have been delayed.

China's military build-up stirs concern in Australia

A lack of transparency and assurances from China about why it's rapidly building up its military is causing concern in Australia.

Concerns secret classification of detainee blocked bail

Federal and NSW authorities are facing questions over the legal rights of a former fighter pilot accused of providing training to the Chinese military.

Trade minister clears the air after China snub claims

Trade Minister Don Farrell says Australia will deal with Britain's application to a Pacific trade agreement before turning to China as Beijing pushes for entry.

Leaders meet in PNG with defence pacts in limelight

Australia's Pacific minister and the US secretary of state are in Papua New Guinea as the nation prepares to strengthen ties with Washington and Canberra.

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