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  1. 10 minutes ago

    The human element continues to be a key factor in breaches, according to our latest Notifiable Data Breaches (NDB) scheme statistics report. This includes individuals clicking on a phishing email or reusing passwords across services. Read more:

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  2. 3 hours ago

    Access to government-held information and AI in focus at 's 2019 Solomon lecture. We kicked off our countdown to Right to Know Day on 28 Sept watching the live stream with FOI colleagues in Syd. Visit our new website:

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  3. 20 hours ago

    Our latest Notifiable Data Breaches Statistics Report shows about one in three data breaches last quarter were caused by compromised credentials, with log in and password information used to gain unauthorised access to personal information. Find out more:

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    Aug 25

    Delighted to present the 2019 Solomon Lecture for ‘Accountability in the age of the Artificial’ tomorrow in Brisbane

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  5. Aug 26

    Find out how we’re building privacy safeguards into the upcoming Consumer Data Right in our Corporate Plan 2019-20:

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    Aug 20

    The is happening 28th August and is on Accountability in the Age of the Artificial. Head to the site and register to attend in person or you can watch via live stream. Really interesting topic!

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  7. Aug 22

    Our new Corporate Plan makes improving online privacy protections for Australians Priority 1. Find out more:

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    Aug 6

    Do you get paper bills in the mail? Remember to dispose of your documents securely so others can’t get their hands on your personal information. Some companies charge extra for paper bills, but there are ways to avoid the fees:

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  9. Aug 20

    Your privacy is valuable and worth protecting. Check out the 's digital tour of your home, your car and your personal devices to discover how you can protect your personal information online:

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  10. Aug 15

    Compromised personal information leaves you more susceptible to future scams. Act fast if you think scammers might have gained access to your personal information:

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    Aug 15

    Are you ? Dating & romance scammers know all the tricks to pull at your heartstrings and gain your trust. Australians lost $60.5 million to dating & romance scams in 2018. Too smart to be scammed? Find out more:

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    Aug 12

    In 2018 Australians made more than 378,000 scam reports with a reported total loss of more than $489 million - up $149 million from 2017. Think you’re too smart to be scammed? Dodge the data dangers in our :

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    Aug 13

    Scammers are becoming more sophisticated and their tactics are constantly evolving - it pays to be cautious. Find out how to avoid falling for a scam:

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  14. Aug 13

    Scammers are becoming more sophisticated and their tactics are constantly evolving - it pays to be cautious. Find out how to avoid falling for a scam:

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    Aug 11

    It’s easier to spot a scam if you know what to look for. This test your scams awareness at

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  16. Aug 12

    In 2018 Australians made more than 378,000 scam reports with a reported total loss of more than $489 million - up $149 million from 2017. Think you’re too smart to be scammed? Dodge the data dangers in our :

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    Aug 11

    We’re a proud supporter of National Scams Awareness Week. This year we’re encouraging you to ask yourself, are you too smart to be scammed? Find out more at:

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    Aug 11

    ⚠️ Scammers target people of all ages & income levels. Don't assume you're too smart to be scammed – stay vigilant & see tips to help you steer clear of this @

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    Aug 11

    It's . Think you can spot a real from a fake? We put it to the test in our 'Too smart to be scammed?' street quiz. Millennials versus Baby boomers - Who wins?

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  20. Aug 11

    We’re a proud supporter of National Scams Awareness Week. This year we’re encouraging you to ask yourself, are you too smart to be scammed? Find out more at:

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