This report comprises seven chapters as follows:

• Chapter 1 provides an introduction and context to the inquiry;
• Chapter 2 outlines the media and national security law environment;
• Chapter 3 discusses the disclosure and public reporting of sensitive and classified information, and legislative protections to protect press freedom;
• Chapter 4 focuses on legislative protections for public sector whistleblowers;
• Chapter 5 considers the independence of the Australian Federal Police, particularly in relation to politically sensitive matters;
• Chapter 6 discusses access to journalistic material; and
• Chapter 7 examines the right to freedom of expression in Australia