Drone strikes based on work at Pine Gap could see Australians charged, Malcolm Fraser says - ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)

"Australian military and intelligence personnel involved in controversial US drone targeting operations may be vulnerable to crimes against humanity charges, according to former prime minister Malcolm Fraser."



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Chinese spies may have read all MPs’ emails for a year

"The Chinese intelligence agencies that penetrated Australia’s parliamentary computer network in 2011 may have been inside the system for up to a year and had access to documents and emails that reveal the political, professional and social links across the political world, according to seven sources with knowledge of the breach."



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Indonesian foreign minister Marty Natalegawa expects Australia to sign off on deal to limit spying - ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)

"Indonesia expects Australia will agree to limit its spy operations in the country but says it is not ready to sign off on the final terms for a code of conduct.

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Former Australian spy boss warns on growing cyber security risks

"The man who recently resigned after six years as the Australian government’s chief electronic spy has warned that top business executives do not fully appreciate the complexity and danger of threats they are now facing from evolving cyber security risks."



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Private company outed over veteran claim rejections | The Australian

"THE assessment of military veterans’ medical compensation claims by private companies working for the commonwealth is under scrutiny amid allegations false documents were used in evidence against one veteran’s application for funds."



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Chinese spies keep eye on leading universities

"China is building large covert spy networks inside Australia's leading universities, prompting Australia to strengthen its counter-intelligence capabilities."



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Locals in dark on $30 million mystery facility | Herald Sun

"A TOP-secret military island off the coast of Victoria remains a mystery, despite costing taxpayers almost $30 million dollars."



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Top secret Swan Island costs taxpayers $30m | Geelong Advertiser

"A TOP secret military island off the Bellarine Peninsula coast has cost taxpayers almost $30 million dollars."



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Australian Security Intelligence Organisation - Attorney-Generals

Australian Security Intelligence Organisation - Attorney-Generals docstoc.com/docs/168467662



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abercrombie et fitch Burwood | Free For You Articles

"the Australian Secret Intelligence Service the recruitment to attract the eye of many British intelligence officers,tiffany roma, highlighting MI6 ‘morale. "



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New security coverage for Gov't mobiles

"The Defence Signals Directorate (DSD) has published a new Circular setting out its Evaluation Pathway for mobile devices intended for use within the Australian Government."



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US pivot is faltering, which might be a good thing

"In their Interpreter article of 27 March, Bates Gill and Tom Switzer respond to questioning of the durability of the US 'pivot' (or 're-balance') towards the Asia Pacific. "



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Since taking office | Free For You Articles

"The role of the NCTC is to contribute to the security of the Australian community through coordination of a nation wide cooperative framework, known as the National Counter Terrorism Plan, to counter terrorism and its consequences. "



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Yahoo beefing up privacy in wake of NSA snooping | Security | News | PC Pro

"Yahoo says it's upgrading encryption and deploying other privacy measures for users in the wake of widespread revelations of state snooping on computer users by the NSA and GCHQ."



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East Timor PM in Perth for SAS function - The Australian - HOTheadlines - Australian News Headlines

"East Timor PM in Perth for SAS function The Australian THE prime minister of East Timor is on a three-day visit to Perth to speak at a function for supporters of a fund that helps the Australian Special Air Service Regiment members. "



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Commission of Inquiry into the Australian Secret Intelligence Service | Australian Policy Online

"This Inquiry was prompted by controversies that faced the Australian Secret Intelligence Service (ASIS) in the early 1990s, and resulted in the legislation that guides ASIS today."



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Australia wins legal battle to suppress secret papers on East Timor 'for fear of upsetting Indonesia'

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The federal government has successfully blocked the release of secret archives that would reveal Australian knowledge of Indonesian war crimes in East Timor, arguing that relations with Jakarta are presently too strained to cope with the potential embarrassment for both countries."



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Defence Signals Directorate | Lucacept - intercepting the Web

"Not so. Decisions to move your staff and students into Cloud Computing solutions are complex and in my view, require thoughtful planning and consideration. "



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EPL product details: DSD Defence Signals Directorate

"The TOE is Juniper Networks, Inc. Junos 12.1 X46 D20 for SRX and LN Series Platforms which primarily supports the definition of, and enforces, information flow policies among network nodes.  "



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ASIO chief David Irvine to step down in September

"Australia's top spy is hanging up his trench coat after five unusually high-profile years fighting terrorism, cyber espionage and leaks from "trusted insiders" such as Edward Snowden."



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EPL product details: DSD Defence Signals Directorate

"The TOE is Juniper Networks, Inc. JUNOS 12.1 X44 D15.5 for SRX Series Platforms which primarily supports the definition of and enforces information flow policies among network nodes."



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EPL product details: DSD Defence Signals Directorate

 "BlackBerry devices are built on industry-leading wireless technology, allowing users to receive email and information automatically with no need to request delivery. Additionally, users are notified when new information arrives, making it easier to stay informed."



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EPL product details: DSD Defence Signals Directorate

"The Cisco 800, 1900, 2900, 3900 Series Integrated Service Routers (ISR) TOE is a purpose-built, routing platform that includes firewall and VPN functionality."



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Labor's capitulation to ever more invasive surveillance is shameful | Scott Ludlam | Comment is free | theguardian.com

"Tanya Plibersek quietly caved in on indiscriminate metadata snooping. Australians are now a step closer from being akin to microchipped pets under a gargantuan microscope"



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Local firm claims world’s most secure cloud storage - cryptographic algorithms, Jamie Wilson, your digital file, Australian Government’s Signals Directorate - CIO

"A Brisbane firm has unveiled a cloud-based storage and document trading system that it claims is the "world’s most secure"."



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