Geelong businesses use social media to fight crime
Geelong businesses are turning to social media to publicly shame thieves and combat petty crime. Discover how this digital justice movement is transforming community safety.
Geelong businesses are turning to social media to publicly shame thieves and combat petty crime. Discover how this digital justice movement is transforming community safety.
Two West Virginia National Guardsmen have died after a shooting in downtown Washington D.C. One suspect is in custody. President Trump has been briefed. Get the full story.
Cairns Regional Council applies for $1.5 million security funding as vandalism and theft costs escalate across community facilities. Learn about the impact.
Senior defence official John Chandler warns Australia's Virginia-class submarine acquisition faces significant risks and delays. Learn about the challenges facing AUKUS.
Australian Federal Police Association warns 5% budget cuts would hollow out critical roles in cybercrime and counter-terrorism, creating immediate security risks.
Police investigate a security breach at Port of Newcastle as 29 incidents reported in six weeks ahead of a major climate protest harbour blockade planned for this weekend.
Canberra politicians received a secret email warning of potential hacking during a visit by China's senior official Zhao Leji. Learn about the strict security protocols issued.
Shocking FOI data reveals Victorian schools endured 277 lockdowns last year, with violent threats forcing students into terrifying security protocols. Read the full investigation.
Australian MPs and staff advised to disable Wi-Fi on devices during Chinese official Zhao Leji's Parliament visit. Security measures implemented amid cyber espionage concerns.
Expert analysis reveals Australia's defence vulnerability lies not in invasion but supply chain disruption. Learn why fuel security and national resilience matter more than traditional defence spending.
Former Liberal MP Pat Farmer is lobbying for a Chinese university with deep ties to China's defence establishment, raising national security concerns. Discover the details and implications.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers blocks US firm's takeover of South Australian pharmaceutical company, citing national interest in healthcare security. Read the full details.
Federal police arrest three men for allegedly threatening PM Anthony Albanese and MPs. AFP warns criminal behaviour 'will not be tolerated'. Follow for updates.
A Cairns bus driver was violently assaulted while taking a break, prompting urgent calls for improved safety measures from the transport union.
Opposition Leader Susan Ley commits to bolstering Australia's air and missile defence, autonomous weapons, and satellite capability to counter regional threats.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers addresses Japan's national security concerns about South Korea's Hanwha acquiring Australian shipbuilder Austal. Read the latest developments.
The Albanese government defends its AUKUS nuclear submarine program, claiming regional communities support the defense enhancement. Learn about the strategic benefits.
Multiple Cairns schools enact lockdowns after reports of armed person near grounds. Police operation secures area. Read latest safety updates.
Australian crypto holders lost $174M to scams in 2025. Learn essential security measures including wallet protection, phishing detection and multi-factor authentication to safeguard your digital assets.
Rockingham Mayor Lorna Buchan unveils a plan for 16,000 new dwellings, including 24-storey towers, to support AUKUS-driven population growth. Urgent government approval and road funding are needed to prevent major gridlock.
President Trump issues veiled threat to Democratic-run World Cup host cities, suggesting games could be moved if crime remains high. Read the latest developments.
Australia spends record $52.7 billion on defence but gets poor returns due to bureaucracy and inefficiency. Expert analysis reveals shocking capability gaps despite massive budget increases.
Retired Major General Greg Melick's call for increased defence spending sparks political controversy as Labor faces criticism over military funding cuts and capability gaps.
Canberra's Monaro Screens is a finalist for the 2025 Service and Trade Award, with GM Ben Byatt up for Business Person of the Year. Discover their local success story.
A Brighton father spends $100k on home security after brazen theft, but council targets his cameras. Police use his tech to catch teen criminals. Read the full story.
Federal Resources Minister Madeleine King attacks Greens' 'stupid scare campaign' over Garden Island fishing ban amid AUKUS developments. Get the full story.
Pakistan secure ODI series victory against Sri Lanka as Babar Azam scores first century in 84 innings amid heightened security following suicide bombing. Download the 7NEWS app today.
Popular fishing and recreation activities will be banned at Garden Island as Australia establishes an AUKUS exclusion zone. Learn how this impacts local communities and national security.
A Ballajura mother discovers a hammer-carrying burglar slipped metres from her sleeping child. Police investigate as suburban break-ins rise. Watch the chilling footage.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese fulfils his election pledge with a second Federal Cabinet meeting in WA. Ministers will engage with local business and defence industry.