Stay Smart Online

This site is designed to help home users and small businesses to stay smart online. It has simple advice on how to secure computers, transact and interact safely online and provides access to a range of information and resources including helpful top tips, fun quizzes, and guides.

http://www.staysmartonline.gov.au/

Broadband

Department of Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy page provides resources to assist users to make the most of the Internet - including information on domain names, spam and on support for small business and rural users to connect to broadband services.

http://www.dbcde.gov.au/broadband

Cyber security

Ensuring security in cyberspace is a major issue in the uptake of electronic commerce and the development of the Internet for both business and individuals. Provides links to major initiatives to protect home users, students and small business from electronic attacks and fraud.

http://www.dbcde.gov.au/online_safety_and_security/Cyber_Security

Cyber-safety plan

The Department of Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy page provides information about a comprehensive range of cyber-safety measures, including law enforcement, filtering and education.

http://www.dbcde.gov.au/funding_and_programs/cybersafety_plan

CyberNetrix (13-16)

CyberNetrix is an Internet safety education program for secondary school aged students. It forms part of the NetAlert CyberSafe Schools program and contains interactive activities for children to use.

http://www.cybernetrix.com.au/

CyberQuoll (8-12)

CyberQuoll is an Internet safety program for primary schools. It forms part of NetAlert's CyberSafe Schools initiative and is designed to help children learn important Internet safety messages.

http://www.cyberquoll.com.au/

Cybersmart

Cybersmart provides activities, resources and practical advice to help young kids, kids, teens and parents safely enjoy the online world. Cybersmart also offers training and resources for schools and materials for library staff.

http://www.cybersmart.gov.au/

e-Strategy Guide for your nonprofit organisation

The e-Strategy Guide is designed to help nonprofit organisations create their own useful presence on the web and make the most of ICT. An organisation's 'e-journey' begins by simply going online. Once there, you find possibilities for online business: promoting, fund-raising, transacting online. This site includes tips and information that suit your needs.

http://www.e-strategyguide.gov.au/

Hector's World

Hector's World helps young children learn about internet safety through a range of fun interactive activities. The experiences of Hector and his friends offer children practical guidance on managing risks and reinforce the importance of responsible online behaviour.

http://www.cybersmart.gov.au/Young%20Kids/Hectors%20World.aspx

Internet

The Department of Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy page provides information on Australian Government regulation of the Internet.

http://www.dbcde.gov.au/internet

Internet

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) is responsible for monitoring internet content, enforcing Australia's anti-spam law and making rules about accessing the internet via premium mobile phone services.

http://www.acma.gov.au/WEB/LANDING/pc=INTERNET_MAIN

NetAlert - Protecting Australian Families Online

NetAlert is the Australian internet safety advisory body committed to providing a safe online environment for all families, especially children. It provides advice about protecting children online and information about internet content filters.

http://www.netalert.gov.au/

OnSecure

OnSecure provides public access to resources and information for Internet users seeking advice about information security. OnSecure also has a private area, which is for government access only.

http://www.onsecure.gov.au/

Report spam with SpamMatters

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has developed SpamMATTERS, free software that you can download if you wish to report spam.

http://australia.gov.au/service/report-spam-with-spammatters

Spam & e-Security

Contains information for consumers and businesses about compliance with the Spam Act, reducing the amount of spam you receive, boosting internet security, avoiding email scams, protecting children online, making a spam report or complaint and the steps the Australian government is taking to combat spam. Also links to the SpamMATTERS reporting system that allows users to simultaneously delete their spam and report it to ACMA with one click of their mouse.

http://www.acma.gov.au/web/STANDARD//pc%3DPC_2008

When buying over the internet

Australian Customs and Border Protection Service page with information for Australian consumers buying goods over the Internet. Includes information on duties and taxes payable on imported goods.

http://www.customs.gov.au/site/page5549.asp

Wise Up to IT

Wise Up to IT explores the lives of four young people and their experiences on the Internet. Four situations. Four victims. Four stories. Many strategies. The website contains video footage for youth as well as other advice and resources.

http://www.wiseuptoit.com.au/