Security and Emergency Management


Security and Terrorism

The Australian approach to security and terrorism is based on strong cooperation between the Commonwealth, State and Territory governments and agencies.

Protective Security Framework

The mandatory framework for ACT Government Directorates and statutory office holders to protect our people, information and assets both here and abroad.

Emergencies

Situations can occur that disrupt the effective functioning of the community, essential services, infrastructure or the environment. This can be caused by naturally occurring or human influenced events. When this occurs the ACT Emergencies Act 2004 and ACT Emergency Plan come into effect. For more information on emergencies visit the Emergency Services Agency website

Recovery

When an emergency occurs that has significant impacts and consequences on our communities, the ACT Recovery plan is activated. The plan supports a whole of government and whole of community coordinated approach to recovering from disasters.

Declared State of Emergency

During extreme situations, a 'state of emergency' may be declared to facilitate the high-level coordinated response required at that time.