Australia

CSO Perspectives Roadshow 2017: Melbourne

Whether you are a CISO, IT/Security Manager/ Director, C-Level Board Member, Network Security Manager, a Security Strategist, Risk and Compliance Specialist, a security newbie, security geek, security student, or a security genius- whatever your job title, the roadshow will have something of interest to you.

BSides Canberra

After 15 years reporting on information security, Risky Business podcast host Patrick Gray reflects on the journey of “teh cybar” from a subculture and hobby to the forefront of the agenda of the 2016 US presidential race. With a particular focus on 2010-2016, this talk will examine some of events that foretold where we are […]

CSO Perspectives Roadshow 2017: Adelaide

The CSO Perspectives Roadshow will arm you with the ammunition to move into 2017 ready for whats to come next with a broad collaboration from those who understand the benefits of sharing solutions and perspectives to address the increasing import and challenges at hand. As attendees, you will experience the final result.

Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) Conference 2017

The Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) Conference will be back in 2017, bigger and better than ever. In its third year, the Conference will again feature leading cyber security experts from Australia and abroad, to discuss the latest threats, mitigations and advances in cyber security.

Total Facilities

Total Facilities presents two-days of discussion and discovery for FM and like-minded professionals. It combines Australia’s largest offering of innovative facility products and services with forward-thinking strategies to optimise facility and workplace performance. A thriving exhibition floor featuring over 150 leading brands will showcase real solutions to meet operational challenges, whilst free-to-attend educational seminars offering […]

Genetec Invests In Oceania Region With Country Manager Appointment

Posted by Jay Bartlett 9:04 pm Categories: Corporate News, VMS Software. Tags: , , , , , .

Genetec, a leading provider of open-architecture, unified IP security solutions announced that it has appointed Mr. Philippe Ouimette as its country manager for the Oceania region. In his new role, Mr. Ouimette will lead Genetec business growth and nurture new market opportunities, working directly with Genetec exclusive distributor, Hills Security, Fire, CCTV & IT solutions, Australia’s leading security technology provider.

National Security Summit 2016

Faced with a region fronting an increasingly uncertain and unpredictable security environment, the scale and sophistication of threats between ASEAN nations present a new paradigm; how to balance domestic interests with maintaining peace and regional stability. With the convergence of religious extremism, territorial disputes, illegal immigration, transnational crime and international surveillance all on the rise; […]

InfoComm International at Integrate 2016

The importance of continuing professional education cannot be underestimated. Keep pace with current standards and skills requirements in your profession. Make meaningful contribution to your team’s work and become more effective in your projects. Most importantly, enhance your skills and knowledge to deliver a professional service to your customers.

Safe Cities Conference 2016

Safe Cities is a concept that encompasses security, safety and quality of life for those who live, work, visit, study or play in any physical environment. With focus on the development of resilient cities, designing out crime within urban environments, social investment in our communities and public safety, the conference includes expert speakers within research, […]

OnSSI Adds EOS Australia To Its Growing Distribution Network

Posted by SecWorld 6:03 pm Categories: Corporate News, Distributors / Systems Integrators, VMS Software. Tags: , , , , .

OnSSI, the market leader in open-architecture and intelligent IP video surveillance software, has named EOS Australia Pty Ltd as the latest firm to join their distribution network. The organization supported by Brassets International Pty Ltd (OnSSI’s Master Distributor for the region) will manage wholesale sales activity for OnSSI across Australia and New Zealand.

ASIAL Expo 2016

Featuring more than 200 exhibitors across 17,000 square metres of exhibition space, the Australasian Gaming Expo is easily the biggest event of its type in Australia and one of the world’s biggest.

ASIAL Expo 2016

The Security Exhibition & Conference is the most highly recognised security industry event in Australasia. Entering its 31st year, Security will once again be the must attend event for all security professionals from installers and integrators to end users and consultants.

Security 2015

Australasia’s premier security event celebrates turning 30! Security returns to Melbourne again this year following the outstanding success of last year’s event with record attendances, a sold-out floor plan months before the event and almost 170 brands exhibiting. Security 2014 was hailed as the most successful in the event’s 29 year history including the relocation, with the event being held in Melbourne for the first time in more than a decade.

Intelligence Blunder: You Wanna Be Australia’s Spyboss? No Problem, Just Walk Right In

Posted by dtaitano 5:41 am Categories: Access Control. Tags: , , , , , .

The Australian Security Intelligence Service, ASIS, has seemingly demonstrated a peculiar weakness in its access control systems. A fluke administrative stuff-up allowed its Director-General —its most senior and therefore most sensitive role— to turn up and function for five days while he wasn’t actually employed by the organization.

Everyone Entering Australia To Have Biometric Data Scanned

Posted by dtaitano 3:42 pm Categories: Access Control, Airports / Seaports / Railroads, Biometrics. Tags: , , , , , .

A $700 million update to Australia’s border management system will mean that everyone entering the country will have their data scanned and matched against a biometrics database. The Australian Customs and Border Protection Service will soon deploy a new border clearance system that supports biometric eGates. They will also begin a tender (bid) process for […]

Majority Of Australians Support Biometrics To Verify Their Identities When Boarding Aircraft

Posted by dtaitano 10:57 am Categories: Biometrics. Tags: , , , , , , , .

Nearly eight in 10 Australians support the use of biometric-based security measures to verify the identity of passengers boarding aircraft at airports. However, they do not support airport retailers using biometrics to make customised sales offers, according to the 2014 Unisys Security Index. The Unisys Security Index is an annual global study that provides insights […]

Genetec Announces Appointment Of Hills Limited Australia As Exclusive Distributor In Australia And New Zealand

Posted by dtaitano 7:07 am Categories: Access Control, Corporate News. Tags: , , .

Genetec™, a leading provider of unified IP security solutions, announced the appointment of Hills Limited (Hills) as exclusive distributor of the full range of Genetec products in the Australia and New Zealand markets. The recent acquisition of Open Platform Systems (OPS) by Hills strengthens the leading position of Genetec in the Australian market and extends […]

Class War: Teachers Push For Security Cameras

Posted by dtaitano 12:56 pm Categories: Campus Security. Tags: , , , , , .

Teachers say they are fed up with problem parents sticking up for the bad behaviour of their kids. Teachers say they are fed up with problem parents sticking up for the bad behaviour of their kids. Source: Getty Images As the school year begins, a statewide survey shows three-quarters of teachers have experienced some form of violence from students – a spike from 55 per cent in just four years. What do you think? Would cameras help? Who should pay for them? Have your say in the comment box below. And more than half have been subjected to verbal abuse or physical threats from parents. The results are revealed in a Herald Sun survey of more than 860 ­educators statewide. READ MORE COMMENTS FROM OUR TEACHERS SURVEY HERE Teachers warned they were fed up with problem parents sticking up for the bad behaviour of their kids. "Disrespectful and hateful students are coming through, not because of their schools, but because of how society is progressing," one said. "There is a general lack of respect towards teachers that needs to be addressed," said another. "Too many teachers are exposed to aggressive parents and not enough support is given." Australian Principals Federation president Chris Cotching said cameras would be an "absolute deterrent" for violent mums and dads. The union is pushing for cameras in all school foyers but believes they are not necessary in classrooms because parents are the biggest troublemakers. Mr Cotching said some aggressive parents vowed they would "get" […]