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Local councils play a pivotal role in the governance and development of communities and are responsible for a myriad of services and decisions that directly impact the daily lives of residents.

The digital revolution, with its promises of efficiency and connectivity, has inadvertently given rise to cyber fraud – an invisible threat that can infiltrate the core of an organisation.

When Australia is the fifth most hacked country in the world, how do cyber security experts advise people and businesses to protect themselves?

As the Real Estate and Construction industry continues to face increasing costs, thin profit margins, heightened scrutiny and regulatory changes, the potential for fraud and corruption is higher than ever. What measures can your business put in place to best stay protected in the face of rising financial crime?

Cyber security is a systemic risk to the prosperity of Australia; the problem is going to get worse before it gets better; it will impact everyone; and everyone has a role to play in addressing the issues.

June 30 is fast approaching, and with it comes tax scammers, the escalating cost of living means their activity is on the rise, we outline some scams for you to be aware of.

You may not know it, but your privacy related risk exposure changed overnight. Now more than ever, businesses cannot afford to be complacent about privacy compliance.

Customer expectations are quickly evolving. Unless your business can create a unique value proposition and strong connections with its customers, your relationship with your most important stakeholders is at risk. With demands for personalisation at its core, retailers are no longer encouraged but expected to build a connected consumer experience to support the customer journey and drive loyalty. How can retailers manage this demand for accessibility of products, information, and customer services via their platform of choice, as well as drive brand loyalty in a highly competitive marketplace?

CPS 230 requires regulated entities to consider service disruption from a different perspective. Working backwards through a scenario, entities must identify the harm that a disruption may cause to its customers or the broader financial system, then take active measures to prevent it (operational risk) and recover from it (operational resilience).

The Security of Critical Infrastructure Risk Management Program Rules (CIRMP) commenced on 17 February 2023 and was signed off by The Minister for Home Affairs the Hon Clare O’Neil MP (the Minister). This marks the beginning of the six-month transition period for responsible entities to adopt a written CIRMP.

Across New South Wales (NSW) there are 128 local councils, all with the important role of building community, maintaining infrastructure, and supporting future developments as well as providing a range of social services.

You may think that your business is too small to target – too insignificant to warrant the attention of the widely publicised cyber-criminal groups that chase multimillion dollar ransoms. In reality, a large number of criminal groups exist around the world, exploiting the entire spectrum of online activity.