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1. The Queen's four-day visit to Australia next week will cost $3 million. This is double the cost of her last visit in 2002. The increased cost is attributed to higher security measures.
2. The head of the Emergency Management Australia, David Templeman, has retired. The Attorney-General, Philip Ruddock, has confirmed the role of Acting Director General of Emergency Management Australia (EMA) will be filled by Trevor Clements.
3. The Science, Engineering and Technology Unit in the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet was recently renamed the National Security Science and Technology (NSST) Unit. The new name more appropriately reflects the role and function of the Unit. A spokesperson said that the omission of the word 'engineering' did not reflect on a diminishing of the importance of engineering activities, which the Unit will continue to focus on to support national security requirements.  The Unit's mission to 'coordinate and focus science, engineering and technology to support Australia 's counter-terrorism needs' remains unchanged.
4. Australian Federal Police officers serving overseas will soon benefit from the support of a police specific compensation and rehabilitation scheme relating to dangerous foreign missions, the Federal Government has announced. While AFP officers are currently covered under a number of compensation arrangements, this new police specific scheme formally recognises the increased role of police at the front line in a time of heightened risk and will ensure AFP compensation entitlements remain consistent with those currently provided to Australian Defence Forces in similar mission circumstances.
5. The Australian Defence Forces' involvement in the 2006 Melbourne Commonwealth Games includes elements of special forces; 4th Battalion, the Royal Australian Regiment; Blackhawk helicopters; and members of the Incident Response Regiment. About 2,600 ADF personnel will support both security and non-security aspects of the Games, being held in Melbourne from 15-26 March. Defence tasks will include specialist ceremonial and general support, as well as assisting the Victoria Police search venues, operate vehicle checkpoints, respond to bomb threats and clear waterways. The military's commitment also includes 'Black Hawk' helicopters and a detachment of F/A-18 'Hornet' fighters, specialised search teams, special forces, and ships from the RAN. The ships and aircraft will be able to divert aircraft and intercept vessels at sea to counter specific threats should they arise. Brigadier Andrew Smith has just assumed command of the ADF's joint task force for the Games.
6. A new website for Australia 's emergency volunteers has been launched. The website, www.aemvf.org.au been established for the Australian Emergency Management Volunteer Forum (AEMVF), which provides emergency volunteers, their managers and organisations with a platform to facilitate better communication and to provide advocacy for the sector.
7. Speaking at celebrations in Canberra on the tenth anniversary of the election of the Howard Government, the Prime Minister has outlined five key challenges facing Australia looking forward to the future. At the head of the list, Howard placed Australia 's 'national security and global engagement', saying "all Australians have a right to live and work and raise their families in a secure nation. Australia faces large strategic challenges over coming decades, from global terrorism to the threat of weapons proliferation to the gradual rebalancing of global power that is likely to accompany the rise of China and India . At the same time, we live in a world where the most serious threats to Australia come from state weakness, rather than from state strength, because the problem of weak and failing states lies at the core of our global engagement." Fifth on Howard's list of challenges was "to maintain our great national unity, our social cohesion and above all our egalitarian spirit. We need to find innovative ways to break the vicious cycles of poor parenting, low levels of education, unemployment and health problems that can afflict some individuals and communities. And we need to reinforce the virtuous cycles of caring families, strong learning environments, good jobs and healthy lifestyles that allow others to succeed in a competitive world. We need to find ways of restoring order to zones of chaos in some homes and communities, zones of chaos that can wreck young Australian lives." The Prime Minister's setting of national priorities came on the back of comments by ASIO Chief, Paul Sullivan, that out of 19 suspected terrorists nabbed in raids last November, all were born in Australia, and none had organizational links to Jihadist bodies outside of Australia. [Source DIAR.com] 
8. The Attorney-General, Philip Ruddock, has announced that the Australian Law Reform Commission (ALRC) will review Schedule 7 of the Anti­-Terrorism Act (No. 2) 2005, and the provisions of Part IIA of the Crimes Act 1914, for report by 28 April 2006. Schedule 7 of the Anti­-Terrorism Act was enacted in December last year and made controversial revisions to existing Crimes Act sedition offences. Part IIA of the Crimes Act 1914 provides for laws relating to the protection of the Constitution and of public and other services. It further contains a number of offences, including advocating the overthrow of the government of the Commonwealth or of a State by force or violence, and offences relating to unlawful associations. In carrying out its inquiries, Ruddock said the ALRC "will undertake widespread public consultation and consult with key stakeholders." [Source DIAR.com]
9. Diversified global technology and manufacturing leader, Honeywell, has appointed Lester Sutton to develop and lead its new Honeywell Pacific Security Advisory Service initiative, based in Sydney . Lester joins Honeywell from a 27-year military career, and will be responsible for developing Honeywell as a strategic security partner for customers by providing sales engineers with the assistance to develop whole-of-security solutions. Targeting organisations with critical security challenges, including those most likely to be at risk from acts of terrorism, the Honeywell Pacific security advisory service aims to provide both security assessments and reports, as well as flow-on work for security technology solutions. "Having the relevant strategies, systems and staff in place will, in a worst-case scenario, ameliorate any potential industrial or commercial damage," says Lester. [Source DIAR.com]

Requests for tenders

Weapons detection and access control (IWDC) facilities

The Western Australian Department of the Attorney General has initiated a project to provide integrated weapons detection and access control (IWDC) facilities in major Western Australian Courts.  The facilities will include:

• weapons detection and scanning equipment;
• integrated and intelligent CCTV monitoring equipment;
• secure key and weapon management equipment; and
• biometric access control systems and supporting database for higher security areas.

Tender documentation for elements of the project will soon be available on line at www.gem.wa.gov.au . Its tender number will be 2597.

Austrade

Austrade requires the delivery of training and development consultancy services in one or more of the following Service Elements:
a) Training in Specified Content Areas
b) Strategic Advice and Analysis
c) Training Design and Delivery for Trainers
d) Management and Leadership Development
e) Export Facilitation
f) Marketing and Sales
g) Workshop Facilitation
h) Online Design and Development
i) Information Systems training resources

The closing date will be 13 Feb 2006.

https://www.tenders.gov.au/federal/shared/rftdetail.cfm?p_id=3955&p_criteria=C2006%2D00108&p_advert=0

Security does not make the research roadmap priorities

The Commonwealth has released its strategic roadmap for research infrastructure investment for 2006-2007. The area of "Next generation solutions to counter crime and terrorism" was flagged as important but will not be funded in the next financial year.

The Roadmap outlines priority areas of the Australian Government's major research infrastructure investment over the next five years. The NCRIS of National Collaborative Research Infrastructure Structure is a $542 million initiative which forms part of the Australian Government $5.3 billion Backing Australia 's Ability - Building our Future Through Science and Innovation package .

The priority investment areas identified for 2006 include among others: evolving bimolecular platforms and informatics; optical and radio astronomy; integrated marine observing systems; and the structure and evolution of the Australian continent.

The security area which was discussed in the Strategy (excluding biosecurity) was "Next generation solutions to counter crime and terrorism". The Strategy described this as:

Solutions and research capabilities in the forensic sciences are required that contribute to reducing the threat and impact of crime and terrorism. Key capacities that are needed relate to the ability to:

• Accurately and rapidly detect, in the field, chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and explosive (CBRNE) agents;
• Detect CBRNE agents at a distance or covertly;
• Vastly improve the rapid identification of suspects in property or volume crime cases through the delivery of forensic science solutions in the field;
• Sustain traditional forensic sciences and develop new solutions to meet emerging threats; and
• Improve information and intelligence through enhanced data management and data mining.

The Strategy defines the rationale for this areas importance as:

On a global scale, Australia remains a relatively safe and crime free society, but this is being challenged by the emergence of a new form of terrorism and a continuing high level of domestic property crime. Crime and terrorism have the potential to undermine society at all levels, cause a major loss of life, cause significant economic havoc, and have a severe impact on tourism.

The Australian Government has invested in a number of recent initiatives to coordinate and support R&D with a focus on security and terrorism. These include the establishment of a Science, Engineering and Technology Unit to coordinate research and developments and the soon-to-be-established CBRN Data Centre under the Australian Federal Police. The National Institute of Forensic Services, working together with industry, has also been successful in attracting funding from the Australian Government for several pilot research projects as part of a broader innovation strategy.

Notwithstanding several recent investments in the forensic sciences, the inherent weakness is that the industry by necessity deals with the day-to-day practical case work issues. It is not a research industry, and relies on its 'future solutions' coming from the traditional research providers in academic institutions. If the forensic sciences are to be able to meet the operational challenges of the future, the next generation scientific and technological solutions must come from the research sector and that sector must give appropriate priority and emphasis to developing solutions to meet these emerging needs.

There is a current significant capability gap in this area is compromised of both technologies and the management of information.

The NCRIS Committee recommendations on the funding of this capability concluded that it "recommends that this capability be reviewed for possible implementation in 2007."

The Roadmap and the complete list of priority areas for investment are available through the NCRIS website: http://www.dest.gov.au/sectors/research_sector/policies_issues_reviews/key_issues/ncris/

Security an element in AusLink project eligibility

The Australian Government has announced the details of latest element in the AusLink strategy for rejuvenating the nation's transport infrastructure. Called the Strategic Regional Programme, city and rural councils can apply for the $126.8 million for projects".

According to DOTARS, security is an element in project eligibility although it does not state this explicitly. The Program Guidelines can be found at http://www.auslink.gov.au/policy/programmes/strategic/application_info.aspx

When the initial AusLink Green Paper came out in November 2002, there was no mention of security as a criteria. However in the White Paper, security was flagged as factor in the eligibility of AusLink projects.

In the legislation which governs Auslink, the AusLink ( National Land Transport) Act 2005 it states that projects are eligible if the project contains "the acquisition of application of technology that will, or may, contribute to the efficiency, security or safety of transport operations on the National Land Transport Network".

$5,000 fine for unattended baggage

Changes to the Aviation Transport Security Regulations 2005 have come into force which means that leaving baggage unattended at airports could attract a fine up to maximum penalty of $5500.

The regulation states that "A person must not, while at a security controlled airport or on board an aircraft, engage in conduct that a reasonable person could interpret as a threat to commit an act of unlawful interference with aviation". It provides examples of unlawful conduct including "Leaving articles of baggage unattended" and "Making jokes about bombs in baggage". The regulation came into effect on 27 February

Border Protection to improve via New Coastwatch deal

The Minister for Justice & Customs, Senator Chris Ellison, has confirmed the Government's signature of a new $1 billion Customs 'Coastwatch' contract, which he says will see "increased and more effective aerial surveillance of Australia 's maritime areas." The contract was signed in Sydney by Coastwatch with Adelaide-based Surveillance Australia, the preferred tenderer for the Service A component of the Civil Maritime Surveillance (CMS04) contract. Ellison said the new manned aerial surveillance contract, taking effect in 2008, will run for 12 years to 2020, and will include provision for a contract extension of up to two more years.

Senator Ellison added that improved sensor equipment carried by Coastwatch aircraft are also to be linked directly to a new Surveillance Information Management System (SIM) being created by Customs, "which will also utilise highly classified Defence data. This new contract will complement other maritime surveillance initiatives by the Howard Government, such as the Joint Offshore Protection Command (JOPC), which combines the resources and expertise of Customs and Defence to create a single joint maritime surveillance, response and interdiction system." The CMS04 Service B contract - for a surveillance and response helicopter service for the Torres Strait - was awarded to Brisbane-based Australian Helicopters in August 2005.

Responding to the CMS04 Service A contract signature, Adelaide-based National Air Support (NAS) said that to fulfil the new 'all electronic surveillance' Coastwatch requirement from January 2008, its subsidiary - Surveillance Australia - would upgrade its five existing 'Dash8' aircraft, and add five more aircraft to reach a total fleet of six 'Dash8-200' series, and four larger (and longer-range) 'Dash8-300' series aircraft. NAS further confirmed that all aircraft will in future carry new generation surveillance sensors, communications and data management systems. As a result, the seven smaller turboprop and piston-engined aircraft in the current fleet will be progressively retired before the new contract takes effect. The ten Dash8's will operate from existing Surveillance Australia bases in Broome, Darwin , Horn Island and Cairns . [Source DIAR.com]

New Publications

US Publications

US Guide for an Action Plan to Develop Regional Disaster Resilience
The Guide provides a strategy to develop the necessary level of preparedness for communities to manage major disasters in today's complex and interdependent world. Guide for an Action Plan to Develop Regional Disaster Resilience .

The Federal Response to Hurricane Katrina: Lessons Learned 
Report, the White House, February 2006 
http://www.whitehouse.gov/reports/katrina-lessons-learned/  

Select Bipartisan Committee to Investigate the Preparation for and Response to Hurricane Katrina 
http://katrina.house.gov/  

A Failure of Initiative: Final Report of the Select Bipartisan Committee to Investigate the Preparation for and Response to Hurricane Katrina 
U.S. Government Printing Office, February 15, 2006 
http://www.gpoaccess.gov/katrinareport/mainreport.pdf  

US National Military Strategic Plan for the War on Terrorism 
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, U.S. Department of Defense, February 1, 2006 
http://www.defenselink.mil/pubs/pdfs/2006-01-25-Strategic-Plan.pdf  

Assessing the Biological Weapons and Bioterrorism Threat 
Milton Leitenberg, Strategic Studies Institute, U.S. Army War College , December 2005 
http://www.strategicstudiesinstitute.army.mil/pdffiles/PUB639.pdf  

Australian National University

The Policy and Governance Program at the Asia Pacific School of Economics and Government publishes a series of Discussion Papers on a range of policy issues. The latest are:

•  Clean or corrupt: Tsunami aid in Aceh by Elizabeth James

•  Australian foreign policy and the management of intelligence post-September 11 by James Cotton

All papers are at http://apseg.anu.edu.au/degrees/pogo/discussion_papers.php

Australian Strategy Policy Institute

China

ASPI has released its latest Strategy report delivering an assessment of China 's economic prospects and the impact on the Asia -Pacific region. The report is authored by David D Hale, a Chicago-based economist and founding chairman of Hale Advisors and China Online, and titled In the Balance: China's unprecedented growth and implications for the Asia-Pacific.

Collins Class submarine project

ASPI has released a new Strategic Insight publication examining the $5 billion dollar Collins Class submarine project - the most ambitious and controversial defence project ever undertaken in Australia .

Authored by Patrick Walters, National Security Editor, The Australian , and titled ' Cutting Edge: The Collins experience ', this Insight provides a broad overview of the Collins Class project. It examines the industry, capability and strategic impact of what is still the most complex defence project ever undertaken in Australia . It finds that the Commonwealth's $5 billion investment has not only provided Australia with a key strategic asset but also greatly boosted the skill base of our naval construction industry.

The Reports can be purchased from website .

Presentations from ASPI's Terrorists and WMD Seminar held on 7 February 2006 are available from www.aspi.org.au . Speakers included Minister Downer, Dr Kumar Ramakrishna, Professor Sir Lawrence Freedman, Dr Robert Ayson and Ambassador Donald Mahley. To find please click on the Events tab, followed by "Recent Events" and then "ASPI Events".

Analytical Service Company
Analytical Service Company has published a technical note on a light truck crashing against a portable concrete barrier. The note provides an insight into what to expect from such an impact when it is deliberate.

WA's new emergency services radio communications system

A technological initiative developed by the Fire and Emergency Services Authority of Western Australia (FESA) is set to revolutionise emergency services radio communications in Western Australia (WA). The project will bridge the communications gap during the management of fires, floods and other disasters.

FESA's radio specialists have developed a unique dual band radio system that can clear the airwaves and allow emergency services personnel to communicate freely with each other at all times via their own operational radio.

Until recently Fire Services, marine rescue volunteers, the State Emergency Service, Police and other emergency service organisations (ESO's) throughout the State have been limited in their radio communications during a multi-agency incident. The new system, however, will make radio inter-operability possible between all ESO's.

The State Government contributes $12million and the remaining $8million comes from the Emergency Services Levy.

Benefits of the new radio system include:

• common equipment/training requirements;
• in-vehicle cross-band repeating which will aid incident communications management and minimise the impact of 'dead' spots;
• incorporation of Ultra High Frequency (UHF) CB channels into the FESA emergency network;
• provision of GPS on the dual band radio - displaying speed, bearing and location, as well as short data messaging applications; and
• provision for radio over internet protocol, extending radio voice traffic on to the FESA wide area network.

Amendments to Queensland 's Security Providers Act 1993

The Queensland Fair Trading Minister Margaret Keech today invited Queenslanders to have their say on possible amendments to the Security Providers Act 1993.

Mrs Keech said the review of the Act, which licenses more than 14,000 crowd controllers, private investigators, security officers and security firms, was important to all Queenslanders.

"Proposed changes to the Act include adding new licence categories and suitability criteria under the Act for those working in the security industry.

"Additional licence categories being considered include security equipment installers and repairers, and security consultants."

"The draft PBT Report, electronic feedback form and terms of reference for the PBT are available at www.fairtrading.qld.gov.au or by telephoning 13 13 04."

New US Department of Homeland Security Websites

The US Department of Homeland Security has produced two new sites.

Build Security In

The Build Security In website is a project of the Strategic Initiatives Branch of the National Cyber Security Division (NCSD) of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The site will develop and collect software assurance and software security information that will help software developers, architects, and security practitioners to create secure systems.

Its content is organised around to the different phases of the software development process and each area provides information on best practice as well as access to tools and other resources.

https://buildsecurityin.us-cert.gov/portal/

Ready Kids

The DHS has funded a site for kids and their families to help them prepare for the unexpected.

Its key message is to create a plan to deal with emergencies.

The site also has games and activities with advice for parents and teachers to get children involved in emergency preparation.

http://www.ready.gov/kids/home.html

Latest Regional Airport Funding Program annoucements

The Australian Government has announced $1.62 million from the Regional Airport Funding Program to upgrade basic security measures at another nine regional airports. This round of funding will provide basic security upgrade measures at:

• Karumba Airport , Qld - $91,574;
• Quilpie Airport , Qld - $242,666
• Hughenden Airport , Qld - $68,154;
• Mt Magnet Airport , WA - $439,708;
• Illawarra Airport , NSW - $273,252;
• Bamaga Airport , Qld - $94,050;
• Lismore Airport , NSW - $78,730;
• Burketown Airport , Qld - $34,650 (stage one); and
• Armidale Airport , NSW - $313,350.

The transport security programs were tailored to local conditions and this funding would help regional airports increase and improve security measures, such as fencing, lighting, CCTV and access control.

Security a feature of the recent COAG meeting

The Council of Australian Governments (COAG) met in Canberra recently. Its most significant security development was to adopt the National Emergency Protocol. The Protocol is reproduced below.

COAG also endorsed the broad approach being undertaken in relation to developing a Code of Practice for closed-circuit television systems for the mass passenger transport sector, subject to further work by the working group and agreed that the Code be finalised by mid 2006.

National Emergency Protocol

1 Introduction

1.1 At the Special Meeting of the Council of Australian Governments (COAG) on 27 September 2005, the Prime Minister, Premiers, Chief Ministers and the President of the Australian Local Government Association (ALGA) noted that national emergency arrangements are well developed and are coordinated across Australia through a range of inter-governmental fora.

1.2 COAG also noted the importance of a consistent and coordinated response by Australian, State, Territory and Local Governments at the onset of any national emergency. Leaders noted that the current arrangements have the capacity to manage any substantial emergencies. Leaders agreed to develop a protocol to ensure effective coordination and communication in the unlikely event of an emergency of greater magnitude.

1.3 The National Emergency Protocol (NEP) describes the communication arrangements between the Prime Minister, Premiers, Chief Ministers and the President of the ALGA during a national emergency.

2 Purpose

2.1 The NEP implements the decision of COAG on 27 September 2005 to develop a Protocol to ensure that in the event of an emergency agreed to be of national significance (national emergency):

•  . Australia's national, State, Territory and Local Government leaders can be contacted and are able to confer at all times; and

•  . that leaders agree to coordinate key messages to the public.

3 Principles

3.1 The NEP is an "all hazards" overarching document which provides for the coordination of communications both between the leaders and with the public during an imminent or actual emergency of national significance. It complements a range of emergency management plans and arrangements, nationally, as depicted in Annexure 'A'.

3.2 It is not intended for the NEP to replace any aspects of those plans, or to prevent or impact on the exercise of functions under other plans, arrangements or legislation.

3.3 States and Territories have primary responsibility for the management of emergencies within their jurisdictions. The role of Local Governments and emergency controllers/coordinators (or equivalent positions) within jurisdictions during a national emergency is recognised and unchanged.

4 Process for Agreement

4.1 The Prime Minister and the First Minister(s) of an affected State or Territory (the relevant First Minister(s)) may agree that a national emergency exists when an actual or potential emergency situation occurs. This may include responding to natural or human-caused threats such as a disease outbreak, severe weather or environmental emergency. In deciding whether a national emergency exists, factors which may be considered include:

• . the size, severity or nature of the emergency;

• . the threat or perceived threat to public safety and/or security;

• . the contribution of multiple jurisdictions to managing the emergency;

• . the impact on multiple jurisdictions; and

• . the impact on industry of national importance.

4.2 Either the Prime Minister or a relevant First Minister may initiate communication to determine the need to agree on a national emergency.

4.3 In deciding whether to agree that a national emergency exists, all other First Ministers and the President of the ALGA will be consulted, where practicable, before agreement is reached to categorise an event as a national emergency.

4.4 On agreement being reached between the Prime Minister and the relevant First Minister(s), all other First Ministers and the President of the ALGA will be informed that a national emergency has been agreed and that the arrangements under this NEP are activated.

4.5 A national emergency will cease by agreement between the Prime Minister and relevant First Minister(s). All other First Ministers and the President of the ALGA will be informed when the agreement ceases.

5 Communications between Australian, State and Territory and Local Government Leaders

• 5.1 States and Territories will provide to the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (through the Protective Security Coordination Centre) and update as necessary, a list of contact numbers to enable communications between the Prime Minister, First Ministers, the President of the ALGA, their senior officials and offices.

5.2 State and Territory Governments will communicate with relevant Local Governments during a national emergency through existing arrangements. The Commonwealth Government will communicate with the ALGA during a national emergency.

6 Public Communications

6.1 Communication between government and the public during an emergency is an essential element of emergency management. In a national emergency it will be critical that these communications:

• . provide appropriate and nationally-consistent advice for public information and safety;

• . ensure accurate and timely information is provided to the public; and

• . build and maintain public confidence in the ability of authorities to cooperate to prevent and/or manage the emergency.

6.2 Under the NEP, the Prime Minister, First Ministers and the President of the ALGA will consult on the key leadership messages to be conveyed to the public immediately following an agreement on a national emergency. This will include consultation on who should deliver those messages.

6.3 Communications with the public will adhere to the following core principles:

• . public safety is the highest priority;

• . communications should be regular and immediate;

• . information must be accurate, with statements supported by established facts; and

• . information provided should not compromise any subsequent investigation(s).

7 National Emergency Call-Centre Facilities

7.1 The Commonwealth Government will establish a National Emergency Call-Centre facility that can be activated in one hour from notice of a national emergency. This National Emergency Call-Centre is intended to serve as a first point of contact for the public in a national emergency and will complement existing call-centre arrangements.

8 Supporting Documents

8.1 All jurisdictions will be consulted and will agree on the development of supporting documents to enable effective operation of the NEP.

9 Review of NEP Arrangements

9.1 The NEP will be reviewed by the Commonwealth, State and Territory Governments, in consultation with the ALGA, after two years, or earlier as agreed.

9.2 The NEP may be amended by agreement in writing between the parties at any time.

Upcoming Events

Safegaurding our Seaports and Borders
Drawing on his experience working as an Intelligence and Risk Management specialist in the UK , Holland and Canada , Howard R. Clarke will present three topical training events on Border and Marine Security. Howard has worked in Australia and knows our specific systems and vulnerabilities but more recently has worked in the UK , the Netherlands and Canada specializing in Border Protection issues.  The three events on offer will be conducted in Melbourne on the following dates. 

1. Developing an Intelligence Capacity to Safeguard Major Marine Ports (2 day workshop) - April 26th - 27th - $550 (GST incl) (50 places only)
2. Strategic Threat and Risk Assessments for Port and Border Protection (5 day course) - May 1st - 5th - $1,550 (GST inc) (20 places only)
3. Learning from Intelligence Failures: A Workshop for Law Enforcement, Regulatory and Security Personnel (1 day seminar) - May 8th - $360 (GST inc) (50 places only)

A brochure is at http://www.winhunter.com/Howard_Clarke.pdf   and details from Ken Hunt on 03 5426 2527.

Intelligent Transport and Logistic Systems

The University of Sydney is running the following course:

Transport Security Systems & Operational Planning
18 May 2006, 9am to 5pm
This course supplements the course on Intelligent Transport and Logistic Systems with specific material on the emerging issues in security for passengers, operational staff, property and shipments in transport systems. Applicable to air, sea, rail and road transport and travel, this subject has come to the fore in recent years, and extensive media coverage has underlined the unique risks in the transport and logistics domain.

www.itls.usyd.edu.au/professionaldevelopment

ASIS ACT

The Program of the Australian Capital Territory ASIS Chapter for 2006 has been released.

• March 30th - Travel Security by Tony Ridley, International SOS, Singapore
• April 27th - Developing Australian Security Standards by Jason Brown, General Manager Country Security, ADI Ltd.
• May 25th - Managing IP and Information Risks by Paul Curwell, Acumen Alliance
• June 29th - Making Buildings Safer Using Security Risk Management by Mike Dever, CPP, PSP, Dever-Clark Associates

Dedicated Micros CCTV product launch

CCTV security control equipment specialists, Dedicated Micros, will soon launch their latest addition to their suite of security solutions, the new Digital Sprite 2 DVR. The product provides reliable digital video recording, and allows for CCTV images to be monitored remotely.

Launch dates:

• Sydney , March 29 & 30, Novotel Olympic Hotel, Homebush
• ?Melbourne, April 6 & 7, Bayview on the Park Hotel, 52 Queens Road
• Brisbane, April 18 & 19, Stamford Plaza Hotel, Brisbane

Morning, afternoon and evening sessions are planned for each location.

To register or for further information, please ring: 1800 009 119.

Robert Fisk

Bestselling British author and journalist Robert Fisk will give a free public lecture around the country based on his latest book, The Great War for Civilisation: The Conquest of the Middle East.
Love him or hate him, his views are always interesting.

1. Thursday 9 March, 8pm, Lecture Theatre 1, Manning Clark Centre, Union Court, ANU
2. Friday March 10th, 7:30pm in the Mason Theatre, Building E7B, Macquarie University, North Ryde.

Call for papers

The Risk Management Institution of Australia has put out a Call for Papers for its annual Conference. It will be held from 12-15 November at the Melbourne Convention Centre. The Call for Papers closes on 7 April. Details at http://www.rmiaconference.com/program.html