Retired Major General Greg Melick demands Albanese government significantly increase defence funding, warning Australia remains unprepared for potential conflicts in the volatile Indo-Pacific region.
Major WA law firm Paterson & Dowling suffers devastating cyber attack, with highly confidential client data including financial records and personal details leaked online by hackers demanding ransom.
Controversial new legislation gives the Australian government unprecedented powers to suspend welfare payments, raising serious human rights concerns among legal experts and advocates.
Western Australia takes centre stage in solving international supply chain challenges through its critical minerals sector, creating jobs and economic opportunities.
Former President Donald Trump has floated a radical denuclearisation pact between the US, China and Russia, just days after suggesting America should restart its nuclear testing program - a move that's sending shockwaves through global security circles.
Discover how the Australian Federal Police has transformed from a traditional law enforcement agency into a crucial pillar of Australia's national security infrastructure.
Australian security experts warn of growing space terrorism risks as our nation becomes increasingly dependent on vulnerable satellite technology for everything from banking to defence.
A major energy disruption at Tomago Aluminium smelter has sparked intense debate about Australia's transition to renewable energy and grid reliability.
Canberra retailers face unprecedented theft wave with 512 incidents reported in October alone, prompting police crackdown and community concern across the ACT.
A major counter-terrorism operation across Queensland has resulted in seven arrests and the seizure of improvised explosive devices, firearms, and a drone in what authorities are calling a significant disruption to potential terrorist activity.
Major social media platforms including Reddit and Kick have been added to Australia's growing list of digital services required to implement strict age verification or face substantial penalties.
Exclusive investigation reveals Australia's aerial border surveillance has dramatically declined since COVID-19, sparking national security concerns from Coalition Senator Jonno Duniam.
A New South Wales man faces serious charges after allegedly orchestrating a sophisticated cryptocurrency theft worth $140,000, with police revealing breakthrough forensic techniques led to his arrest nearly a year later.
A 16-year-old boy caught with a 20cm knife outside Optus Stadium has avoided criminal charges through a police caution, sparking discussions about youth justice and concert security.
ACT Police urgently seek witnesses to a violent assault at Canberra Centre shopping complex. Authorities release CCTV footage and appeal for public assistance.
A Melbourne couple, both former educators in their 70s, are wanted by French authorities over the daring theft of Renaissance masterpieces from the Louvre in what investigators are calling the art heist of the decade.
A frustrated Maddington IGA owner has publicly called out nearby pharmacies after his security cameras captured regular midnight drug activity in his car park, putting staff and customers at risk.
A Cairns shopping centre was thrown into chaos when a man armed with a replica firearm targeted teenagers in a terrifying daylight incident that has left the community shaken.
As Townsville voters prepare to elect a new mayor, critical questions about the $215 million Haughton Pipeline Stage 2 project remain unresolved, leaving the city's water security hanging in the balance.
Wild weather continues to pummel eastern Australia, causing widespread destruction across multiple states. Emergency services battle flooding, damaging winds, and heavy rainfall as another severe weather system approaches.
Australia faces an unprecedented wave of sophisticated cyber attacks targeting critical infrastructure, with the nation's top cyber security official warning of escalating threats from state actors and criminal networks.
In a shocking daylight robbery, thieves made off with at least seven laptops and iPads from the University of Sydney's Fisher Library, leaving students and staff reeling from the audacious theft.
AGL Energy seals landmark deal to fast-track Western Australia's first major gas-fired power station in over a decade, securing critical energy supply for Perth's southern suburbs amid the state's green transition.
Canberra's prison system implements sweeping security reforms after thousands of CCTV files were compromised, banning USB devices and overhauling data management protocols.
Townsville Correctional Centre remains in full lockdown after two correctional officers were brutally assaulted by an inmate, sparking major security concerns and an ongoing investigation.
Cairns celebrates significant progress on two crucial reservoir projects that will future-proof the region's water supply against drought and support continued population growth.
Former US President Donald Trump calls for nuclear weapons testing revival ahead of potential rare earths agreement with China, while Australian PM Anthony Albanese pushes back on controversial trade suggestions in high-stakes diplomatic showdown.
A sophisticated cyber attack has compromised the Point Lonsdale Medical Group's systems, potentially exposing sensitive patient information. The clinic has launched an urgent investigation and is notifying affected individuals.
Australia's national carrier Qantas has launched an epic international sale with discounted fares to destinations across Asia, Europe, the US and Pacific. Don't miss these limited-time deals for your next overseas adventure.
ACT Government deploys dedicated transit officers to crack down on fare evasion and anti-social behaviour on Canberra's public transport network.