Public safety
Alternative labels
Interpersonal safety
Safety regulation
Guide
Interacting with Autistic people: a guide for Australian police
This guide supports Australian police in their interactions with Autistic people. It offers practical strategies to improve communication, recognise signs of autism, and ensure respectful, safe and effective engagement.
Report
Product safety through standards and regulatory compliance
In Australia, consumer safety is protected through a comprehensive framework of voluntary and mandatory standards. This report explores the vital role these standards play in supporting product safety across the country. It outlines how Australian businesses can navigate an evolving product safety landscape shaped by legal responsibilities, consumer expectations and emerging risks.
Position paper
Let’s get Australia back on track: the priorities of a Dutton Coalition Government
This position paper identifies the 12 priorities of a Coalition Government for the 2025 Australian federal election. It covers issues including the cost of living, the economy and small business, affordable housing, energy, public safety and immigration.
Report
Select Committee on PFAS (per and polyfluoroalkyl substances): interim report
This interim report provides a brief overview of PFAS (per and polyfluoroalkyl substances) in Australia and summarises some of evidence received on the extent, regulation and management of PFAS. It has a focus on the impacts of PFAS contamination on the Wreck Bay Aboriginal Community, NSW. The report provides three recommendations.
Report
Basic online safety expectations
This report summarises the responses from a selection of online service providers on the measures taken to protect Australians from the risk that terrorist and violent extremist (TVE) material and activity posed to their safety and security. While tools are being used to detect TVE, they are not always applied consistently or comprehensively.