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ASIO boss Mike Burgess (pictured) will address the National Press Club with AFP chief Reece Kershaw. (Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS)

The heads of ASIO and the federal police will call on social media companies to intensify efforts to keep users safe online.

ASIO boss, AFP commissioner issue social media warning

The recruitment campaign was triggered by plateauing hires and looming retirements across the state. (Darren England/AAP PHOTOS)

Hundreds more police are headed to the front line in Queensland following a major recruitment drive as the government "throws everything" at the crime problem.

More cops on the beat amid uptick in recruitment

Bianca Sibbald is ex-Navy, married to a sailor, has three young children and is the author of the "Someone I Love is in Defence" series of story, activity and colouring-in books for the young children of military families. Picture by someoneiloveisindefence.com.au

Veteran owned and operated businesses need our support beyond Anzac Day

These veterans mean business and need our backing beyond Anzac Day

Anna Houlahan

Volunteer national ambassador for the RSL Cherisa Pearce. Picture RSL

'We focus on the three Cs: care, commemoration and camaraderie.'

Ex-servicewoman says RSL clubs are 'more than pints, parmies and pokies'

The ADF's air battle management system has entered the next phase after the awarding of a contract. (Dave Hunt/AAP PHOTOS)

An air and missile shield capable of shooting down threats will enter its next phase, with the project expected to support hundreds of defence industry jobs.

Next generation air, missile shield enters next phase

Australia's healthcare system is among the most productive in the world, new research shows. (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS)

The Productivity Commission has released a new report on the nation's healthcare system which concludes it is delivering significant returns on investment.

Australia's healthcare system delivers value for money

Emily Anderson

The UIPM voted to integrate 'obstacle' to replace horse riding in the modern pentathlon at the international level. Picture by UIPM

Horse riding officially dropped after modern pentathlon at Paris.

From horseback to ninja: How pentathletes are facing the obstacles

Wreaths laid at ANZAC Park during the Dawn Service in Tamworth on April 25, 2023. Picture by Peter Hardin 

Where you can pay respects this Anzac Day, April 25.

Where to commemorate Anzac Day 2024 in Tamworth, Gunnedah and Liverpool Plains

The Anzac biscuit is a staple for Australians and New Zealanders during April commemorations. (Stephanie Flack/AAP PHOTOS)

Young soldiers wrote to their families grateful for sweet biscuits sent to the front lines, with the oat-filled treat becoming part of Anzac history.

'Jam packed with love': the story of the Anzac biscuit

Rwandan refugees and survivors gathered in Sydney to mark 30 years since the nation's genocide. (Farid Farid/AAP PHOTOS)

Survivors of the Rwanda genocide in Australia have gathered to provide testimonies of their journeys three decades after 800,000 people were killed in 100 days.

Refugees on healing path 30 years after Rwanda genocide

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