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In this section:
National Security Hotlineis the single point of contact for the public to report
possible signs of terrorism.
Laws to combat terrorismAustralia has an extensive range of legislation around
counter-terrorism, national security and related offences.
Australia-New Zealand Counter-Terrorism Committeeis made up of
representatives from the Australian, state and territory governments to strengthen
cooperation, collaboration and build nation-wide capability to counter terrorism.
National security agenciesa range of government agencies contribute to
protecting Australia's national security.
States and territoriesfind out more on their roles and responses to counterterrorism incidents and links to agencies.
Declared area offenceinformation about the offence of entering, or remaining in,
a declared area in a foreign country where a listed terrorist organisation is
engaging in a hostile activity in that area.

Current initiatives
National Counter-Terrorism Plan
The National Counter-Terrorism Plan is maintained by the Australia-New Zealand
Counter-Terrorism Committee. It is the primary public document on Australia's
national counter-terrorism policy and arrangements. It outlines the responsibilities,
authorities and the mechanisms to prevent acts of terrorism within Australia and to
manage the consequences if they do occur. Visit the Publications page to
download a copy.

Countering violent extremism

The Australian Government is working with communities to build resilience to
violent extremismthat is, the use or support of violence to achieve ideological,
religious or political goals. Visit the Living Safe Together website for more
information.

Cyber security
Cyber security is one of the Australian Government's highest national security
priorities. CERT Australia is the single point of contact for cyber security issues
affecting major Australian businesses. The Australian Signals Directorate (ASD,

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National security section of AttorneyGenerals Department website

formerly DSD) provides foreign signals intelligence to the Australian Defence Force
and Australian Government to support military and strategic decision-making.

The government launched its Cyber Security Strategy in 2009 with the aim to
promote a secure, resilient and trusted electronic operating environment that
supports Australia's national security and maximises the benefits of the digital economy. To
find out more about cyber security policy and read a copy of the strategy, visit the AttorneyGeneral's Department website.

Data retention
The Australian Government is committed to providing our law enforcement and security
agencies with the tools they need to keep our community safe by requiring the
telecommunications industry to retain a limited set of metadata for two years. Find out more
on the Attorney-Generals Department website.

Transport and critical infrastructure

Transport systems continue to be attractive targets for terrorists seeking to inflict mass
casualties, economic damage, instil fear and create spectacular media imagery. The
Australian Government regulates preventive security planning in the aviation, maritime, air
cargo supply chain and offshore oil and gas transport sectors. In addition, the government
ensures that aviation and maritime transport security activities are carried out in accordance
with Australia's international obligations. Visit the Department of Infrastructure and Regional
Development website for more information.
The Trusted Information Sharing Network (TISN) for Critical Infrastructure Resilience website
provides an environment where business and government can share vital information on
security issues relevant to the protection of Australia's critical infrastructurepower, water,
health, communication systems and bankingand the continuity of these essential services
in the event of disasters. Visit the TISN website for more information.

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