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E-Security Review

On 2 July 2008, the Australian Government announced a review into the Government's e-security policy, programs and capabilities.

The purpose of the review is to develop a new Australian Government E-Security Framework in order to create a secure and trusted electronic environment for both public and private sectors.

The Attorney-General's Department is leading the review, assisted by other agencies represented on the E-Security Policy and Coordination Committee. The review's Terms of Reference and a discussion paper outlining key issues are available for download here.

• E-Security Review 2008 Terms of Reference - Word 62KB
• E-Security Review 2008 Terms of Reference - PDF 19KB

• E-Security Review 2008 Public Discussion Paper - Word 95KB
• E-Security Review 2008 Public Discussion Paper - PDF 42KB

The Australian Government is seeking written submissions on the issues raised in this discussion paper from the business community and members of the public with an interest in e-security. The closing date for submissions is 31 July 2008. Written submissions should be forwarded to:

Email:   e-securityreview@ag.gov.au

Mail:    E-Security Review Team
          Attorney-General's Department
          Robert Garran Offices
          National Circuit 
          BARTON ACT 2600

Fax:    02 6272 7190

Submissions should identify the name of the party making the submission, the organisation they represent (where relevant), as well as contact details.

All submissions will be treated as public unless the submitter specifically requests that the submission—or part thereof—be handled in confidence. Standard email disclaimers will not be considered sufficient confidentiality requests. The Australian Government also reserves the right not to publish any submission, or part of a submission, which in the view of the Australian Government contains potentially defamatory material.  Note that submissions or comments will generally be subject to freedom of information provisions.

Enquiries relating to the submission process may be directed to 02 6272 7111 or by email to e-securityreview@ag.gov.au (preferred).