Chapter 1 -- National security and counter-terrorism in Australia; Chapter 2 -- Anti-terrorism laws; Chapter 3 -- Australia's defence and security interests; Exploring issues -- worksheets and activities; Index
Summary
According to the federal government, the threat of terrorism on Australian soil is real and enduring, and has become a persistent and permanent feature of Australia's security environment. The main source of international terrorism and the primary terrorist threat to Australia is considered to be from a global militant jihadist movement, including violent extremists such as al-Qa'ida. Is terrorism really a significant threat to the Australian community, or are unprecedented government intelligence and policing powers and counter-terrorism laws of greater concern? What are the risks of terro
