Spy agency says politicians and public servants ‘should be conscious of the things that they are discussing’ in internet-connected cars. Follow today’s news live Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Attorney general says Nacc could use a ‘reset’ after commissioner says he will step down Rowland also said the National Anti Corruption Commission (Nacc) could get a “reset” after Paul Brereton , the body’s first commissioner, said he would step down from the role in July. I’ve never stated anything but support for the commissioner and confidence in Commissioner Brereton. But this does give us an opportunity with these new appointments to have a reset and I will be engaging across the parliament to make sure that that happens. Continue reading...
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Australia news live: Asio warns politicians that internet-connected cars could be bugged; flood warnings after wild weather
Australia's spy agency, Asio, has warned politicians and public servants to be mindful of discussions in internet-connected cars, as these vehicles could potentially be bugged. Separately, Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus indicated that the National Anti-Corruption Commission (Nacc) may undergo a "reset" following the announcement that its first commissioner, Paul Brereton, will step down in July.
Nick VisserThe Guardian - World NewsFiled 2026-05-28 · 21:42 GMTLean · Center-LeftRead · 1 min
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Australia's spy agency, Asio, has warned politicians and public servants to be mindful of discussions in internet-connected cars, as these vehicles could potentially be bugged. Separately, Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus indicated that the National Anti-Corruption Commission (Nacc) may undergo a "reset" following the announcement that its first commissioner, Paul Brereton, will step down in July. Dreyfus expressed confidence in Brereton but sees the upcoming appointments as an opportunity for a fresh start and plans to engage with parliament to facilitate this.
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The Attorney general has expressed confidence in Commissioner Brereton.
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Flood warnings have been issued following wild weather.
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Paul Brereton, the NACC's first commissioner, will step down from the role in July.
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ASIO warns that internet-connected cars used by politicians and public servants could be bugged.
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The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) could get a 'reset' after its first commissioner steps down.
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