Critical Infrastructure Security Month 2026 – Public Town Halls
As part of Critical Infrastructure Security Month (CISM) 2026, the Department is hosting a series of public town halls across November to discuss the challenges and opportunities shaping Australia's critical infrastructure landscape, by bringing together:
- government
- critical infrastructure owners and operators
- the community.
In these events participants will:
- hear directly from experts and government representatives
- gain timely insights into emerging issues
- learn about initiatives that strengthen the security and resilience of Australia’s critical infrastructure.
The town hall sessions aim to:
- give updates on emerging and evolving risks to critical infrastructure
- give risk insights affecting critical infrastructure sectors
- gain insights into policy reforms shaping Australia's critical infrastructure sectors
- highlight recent research, findings and government initiatives.
- support collaboration and knowledge sharing across critical infrastructure sectors.
Whether you are a critical infrastructure owner or operator, government, academia, or have an interest in national resilience, these town halls provide an opportunity to engage in CISM 2026 key topics and contribute to the broader conversation on protecting the essential services Australians rely on every day.
Register for a Town Hall
Register for a town hall by using these links.
