Cyber Security Awareness Month 2025
October marks Cyber Security Awareness Month, a national initiative led by the Australian Government to promote safer digital habits across […]
Facial Recognition in Retail: Lessons from the Kmart Case
In September 2025, the Australian Privacy Commissioner ruled that Kmart’s use of facial recognition technology (FRT) between 2020 and 2022 […]
Daylight Saving Time Starts: Sunday 5th October 2025
A reminder to all members and providers that Daylight Saving Time (DST) begins in Australia at 2:00am on Sunday, 5 […]
Security Licensing Surge Signals Industry Growth — and Urgency for Reform
Australia’s private security industry continues to expand at a record pace, with recent data showing over 162,000 licensed security personnel […]
When Seeing Isn’t Believing: Deepfakes and the New Frontier of Security Risk
As SPAAL continues to champion higher standards and smarter practices across Australia’s security industry, one emerging threat demands urgent attention: […]
Elevate Your Skills: Free Professional Development for Queensland Security Personnel
The University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC) is offering a six-week microcredential course designed to enhance core competencies in the […]
Espionage Threat Highlights Critical Role of Private Security
ASIO Director-General Mike Burgess recently revealed that foreign interference is costing Australia an estimated $12.5 billion annually. This espionage threat […]
Breaking Barriers: Krissy Barrett Appointed AFP Commissioner
In a landmark moment for Australian law enforcement, Krissy Barrett APM has been appointed as the ninth Commissioner of the […]
Victorian Private Security Licensing Reforms Take Effect
Major reforms to Victoria’s private security industry have officially come into effect, following the passage of the Private Security and County […]
Spotlight on Innovation: Security Exhibition & Conference Returns to Sydney
From August 27–29, the Security Exhibition & Conference 2025 will once again take centre stage at ICC Sydney — bringing […]
Strengthening Business Resilience: A Practical Guide for Security Providers
In today’s unpredictable landscape, resilience is no longer optional—it’s essential. The Australian Government’s Guide to Protecting Your Business offers a […]
Understanding Casual Employment
Casual employees play a vital role in Australia’s workforce, offering flexibility for both employers and workers. Under the Fair Work […]
Right To Disconnect Laws
On August 26th, the right to disconnect laws come into effect for Australian small businesses (less than employees). These laws […]
From July 1st – Minimum Wage & Super Guarantee
Two very important changes took effect on 1st July 2025. National Minimum Wage Increase In June the Fair Work Commission […]
Now Open – NSW Whole Of Government Integrated Security Services Contract RFP
Buy NSW has now released RFP-2007486 seeking proposals for the provision of Whole of Government integrated security services. The Closing […]
International Security Officers’ Day – 24th July
Each and every day, security officers work to protect people, property, and public spaces. On 24 July, we mark International […]
Incident Registers – NSWLG and SLED
Recently we have become aware of some confusion surrounding the incident register requirements of two key regulatory agencies – NSW […]
Security Service Industry Awards Changes
Changes to the pay guide for the Security Service Industry Awards [MA000016] effective from 1 July 2025 relate to: For […]
Starting 1st July 2025
Fair Work Minimum Wage Increase The Fair Work Commission has increased the National Minimum Wage and award wages by 3.5%, […]
NSW Whole of Government Integrated Services Tender
In July 2025, the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) will release a Request for Proposal (RFP) for […]
Australia’s Private Security Industry: Challenges & Opportunities
The Australian private security industry plays a vital role in safeguarding businesses, infrastructure, and communities. With an estimated annual revenue […]
Pay and Conditions Tool: Changes from Fair Work Ombudsman
The Pay and Conditions Tool and Pay Guide for the Electrical, Electronic and Communications contracting Award [MA000025] have been been […]
3 Critical SLED Master Licence Requirements
Security providers in New South Wales must maintain proper documentation to comply with SLED (Security Licensing & Enforcement Directorate) regulations. […]
Incident Registers For NSW Licensed Premises
Incident registers are essential records maintained by licensed venues in New South Wales to document specific incidents that occur on […]