This report presents the findings of a policy stocktake that analysed whether the policies, plans and strategies for Australia’s disaster and emergency management, disaster response and recovery, counterterrorism and countering violent extremism efforts take into account the integrated issues of disaster response, disinformation and potential for extremist and malign actor exploitation of natural disasters.

The strategy outlines what the Australian Government is doing to safeguard Australians and Australian interests from terrorism and violent extremism. It details the changes to the terrorist threat environment since 2022 and outlines the key challenges faced domestically, and globally.

The Criminal Code Amendment (Hate Crimes) Bill 2024 would amend the Criminal Code Act 1995 to strengthen and enhance Australia’s legislative framework to combat hate crimes and promote community respect and understanding. The committee found that the amendments made by the Bill are sadly necessary and was satisfied that the Bill does not suppress freedom...

This examination of right-wing extremists in Australia looks at the movements, motivations, and international links of local groups, particularly in online spaces. The report makes six recommendations focusing on social media platform regulation, law enforcement access to encrypted communications and the creation of a national hate crimes database.

A jointly authored analysis identifying common issues and trends contributing to youth radicalisation, including case studies from all of the Five Eyes countries. A whole-of-society response, including early intervention, is supported to counter the issue. The analysis informs the Australian Government’s upcoming counter-terrorism and violent extremism strategy.