News: Security
Queensland Government's Blue Card legislative changes set to have wide impact
Impending changes to Queensland’s Working with Children Check, due to be enforced from 20th September, are set to impact operators and businesses in attractions, carnivals,...
Aug 4, 2025
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Man charged over alleged attack on staff at Albany gym
A 31-year-old man has faced Court after allegedly assaulting staff and damaging property at the BodyCare Health Club in Western Australian coastal town of Albany. Western...
Jul 31, 2025
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Landmark aquatic event to explore inland waterway safety and ageing infrastructure
Organised by Royal Life Saving NSW, the upcoming ‘Safer Places to Swimposium’ is being held on 27th–28th August 2025 at Oaks Cypress Lakes in the Hunter Valley. The landmark...
Jul 30, 2025
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Military clashes and civilian deaths prompt closure of all Cambodia Thailand border crossings
Escalating military clashes in a territorial dispute between south east Asian neighbours Thailand and Cambodia have seen the closure of all border crossings between the two...
Jul 25, 2025
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Final places remaining for VMA’s Safety and Security Program
Final places remaining for VMA’s Venue Safety and Security Program With just one month to go, the Institute of Venue Safety and Security (IVSS) - the venue industry’s premier...
Jul 24, 2025
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Basketball Australia collaborates with Victoria Police on arrest over online racial abuse of NBL athlete
Basketball Australia has advised that its Integrity Unit has collaborated with Victoria Police to secure the first-ever successful arrest of a person in Australian basketball on...
Jul 10, 2025
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Associations urged to rethink strategies amid rising geopolitical instability
A new white paper has explored how associations around the world are navigating the rapidly evolving geo-political landscape. The Hague & Partners Convention Bureau, in...
Jun 29, 2025
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Escalating Cambodia Thailand border disputes sees crossings closed to tourists
A border dispute between Cambodia and Thailand has seen borders crossings between the two south east Asian nations closed to tourists. Prompted by an armed confrontation on 28th...
Jun 22, 2025
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Security of Crowded Places in New Zealand Forum to be staged at Eden Park
Mindful of potential threats related to mass gatherings, the New Zealand Security Association (NZSA) is inviting security industry providers, stakeholders and the...
Jun 15, 2025
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Visitor vandalises two of China’s terracotta warriors
Two of the historic clay warriors in the Chinese city of Xi’an are reported to have been damaged by a man who climbed over a security fence. The man, identified as a 30-year old...
Jun 4, 2025
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Mastercard report shows extent of fraud in popular tourist locations
International tourism is an industry highly susceptible to fraud, with scams rising 18% during the (Northern Hemisphere) summer peak season and 28% in the winter peak season in...
Jun 2, 2025
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VMA announces 2025 Venue Industry Awards finalists
In advance of presentations to winners at the upcoming Asia-Pacific Venue Industry Congress, the Venue Management Association (VMA) has announced the finalists for its 2025...
May 22, 2025
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VLocker partners with leading Paris visitor experience
Tasmanian-based VLocker has announced a partnership with one of the leading visitor attractions in the French capital of Paris – the Aquarium du Paris. Located between the...
May 19, 2025
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Security and social wellbeing among topics to be discussed at 2025 Australian Event Symposium
The Australian Event Symposium, once again co-located with the Australian Event Awards is being held at the Pacific Bay Resort in Coffs Harbour, New South Wales from 14th to...
May 18, 2025
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IOC workshop held to strengthen joint efforts against sport competition manipulation
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) invited more than 50 representatives from 40 Summer and Winter International Sports Federations (IFs) to Olympic House in Lausanne,...
May 18, 2025
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Violent incidents prompts City of Newcastle to make changes to Wallsend Library access
The City of Newcastle has advised that it has been forced to change the way people enter its Wallsend Library after 3pm weekdays following a series of ongoing threatening and...
May 18, 2025
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Indian Premier League fixtures to resume on 17th May
Following a week-long suspension due to heightened tensions between India and Pakistan, the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) is to resume on Saturday 17th May with the...
May 13, 2025
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Overtourism driving travellers toward riskier destinations
With overtourism impacting many the world’s most popular destinations, a new report has revealed that some travellers are opting for less-frequented places and off-season...
May 10, 2025
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Teenager makes alleged attempt to enter AFL match at Marvel Stadium with knife and fake gun
Victoria Police have halted an alleged attempt by a 15-year-old male to enter Melbourne’s Marvel Stadium armed with ‘small’ knife and fake gun during this afternoon’s the...
May 10, 2025
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IPL suspended amid rising India-Pakistan tension
Cricket’s Indian Premier League (IPL) has been suspended for one week amid growing security tensions between India and Pakistan. The announcement was made today by the Board of...
May 9, 2025
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Vlocker technology elevates the guest experience
With lockers ensuring the safety of personal belongings and enhancing the overall experience for guests, members and patrons, Australian-owned VLocker is aware that its...
Apr 28, 2025
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Venue Safety and Security Exchange returns for 2025
The organisers of Venue Safety and Security Exchange (VSX) have advised that its 2025 edition will be held on Wednesday 23rd July at the Australian Turf Club, Royal Randwick....
Apr 23, 2025
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Quayclean backs success of AFL’s Gather Round
Quayclean Australia has advised of its support for the hugely successful AFL Gather Round where it was responsible for facilities cleaning, waste management and presentation...
Apr 14, 2025
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Axess entry management installations ease crowd access at Australian Grand Prix and Auckland’s Go Media Stadium
Leading ticketing and access management systems provider Axess AG has flagged its success in facilitating fan entry at the Formula 1 Louis Vuitton Australian Grand Prix 2025 in...
Apr 14, 2025
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