The Cyber Security Section at the Australian Government Department of Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy is responsible for managing the Stay Smart Online website.
If you have a general enquiry or comment about cyber security, please use the Contact us form.
If you wish to provide feedback on this website please complete the Feedback form.
To order a CD-ROM version of the Budd:e Cyber security Education Package, please use the Cyber Security Education Package online order form.
Alternatively you may contact us using the details below.
Email: staysmartonline@dbcde.gov.au
Phone: 1800 753 178
Fax: +61 2 6271 1827
Postal address
Cyber Security Section
Department of Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy
GPO Box 2154
Canberra ACT 2601
AUSTRALIA
Further infomation
The Stay Smart Online website receives input and support from a range of other Australian Government agencies which have related responsibilities.
The following list of agencies provides you with further information on cyber security.
Department of Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy
The Department of Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy provides strategic advice and professional support to the Australian Government on a wide range of significant and rapidly changing policy areas such as broadband, broadcasting, online safety and security, information and communications technology, digital economy and postal policy. The Department also administers legislation, regulations, grants, and incentives to industry and the wider community.
Attorney General's Department (AGD)
The Attorney-General's Department serves the people of Australia by providing essential expert support to the Government in the maintenance and improvement of Australia's system of law and justice. The Department is the central policy and coordinating element of the portfolio, for which the Attorney-General and Minister for Justice and Customs are responsible.
Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA)
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) is responsible for the regulation of broadcasting, radiocommunications, telecommunications and online content. ACMA's responsibilities include promoting self-regulation and competition in the telecommunications industry, fostering an environment in which electronic media respects community standards and responds to audience and user needs, managing access to the radiofrequency spectrum, including the broadcasting services bands and representing Australia's communications and broadcasting interests internationally.
Cybersmart, developed and hosted by the ACMA is part of the Australian Government's cybersafety program. It provides activities, resources and practical advice to help kids, teens and parents safely enjoy the online world. It also offers training and resources for schools and materials for library staff.
Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC)
The Australian Competition & Consumer Commission promotes competition and fair trade in the market place to benefit consumers, business and the community. It also regulates national infrastructure services. Its primary responsibility is to ensure that individuals and businesses comply with the Commonwealth competition, fair trading and consumer protection laws.
ScamWatch is the consumer scam information website of the Australian Consumer Fraud Taskforce. It is a comprehensive site providing information on several types of scams, schemes and fraud. It also provides the facility for reporting scams.
Australian Federal Police High Tech Crime Operations
Technology-enabled crime encompasses crimes committed directly against computers and computer systems and the use of technology to commit or facilitate the commission of traditional crimes such as fraud, scams, and harassment. The Australian Federal Police formed the High Tech Crime Operations portfolio in March 2008 to address these issues.
ThinkUKnow is an Internet safety program delivering interactive training to parents, carers and teachers through primary and secondary schools across Australia using a network of accredited trainers.
Created by the UK Child Exploitation and Online Protection (CEOP) Centre, ThinkUKnow Australia has been developed by the Australian Federal Police (AFP) and Microsoft Australia.
Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC)
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission enforces and regulates company and financial services laws to protect consumers, investors and creditors.
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They offer free, independent guidance so you can make the best choices for your money. They are not selling you anything.
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Australian Taxation Office (ATO)
The Australian Taxation Office is the Government's principal revenue collection agency, and is part of the Treasurer's portfolio. Their role is to manage and shape tax, excise and superannuation systems that fund services for Australians.
Office of the Australian Infomation Commissioner (OAIC)
The Office of the Australian Infomation Commissioner is an independent Office which has responsibilities under the Federal Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).The Act provides protection for personal information that is handled by federal and ACT government agencies, personal information held by all large private sector organisations, all private sector health service providers and some small businesses, credit worthiness information held by credit reporting agencies and credit providers and personal tax file numbers used by individuals and organisations.
