Cross-Sector Push to Boost Cybersecurity in Australian Small Businesses

The House Select Committee on Cyber Security for Small to Medium Sized Businesses and Organisations will hold its final public hearings for the inquiry into cyber security for small to medium sized businesses and organisations on Monday, 2 November 2026 and Wednesday, 4 November 2026.

"As we come to the end of the public hearing program, a clear message has emerged from witnesses: cyber security support should be actionable, targeted and accessible for small and medium sized businesses and organisations," said Ms Sally Sitou MP, Chair of the Committee.

"The remaining hearings will continue to examine how Australia's small to medium sized businesses and organisations can be better supported by the Australian Government, with a focus on the different needs across sectors."

"We'll meet with representatives from the insurance, telecommunications, health, education, early childcare, finance, legal and IT sectors."

Detailed programs for the hearings will be available on the Committee's website, the hearings will be broadcast live at aph.gov.au/live.

Public Hearing Details

Date: Monday 2 November 2026

Time: 10:00 am – 2:30 pm (AEDT)

Location: Virtual

Date: Wednesday 4 November 2026

Time: 11:30 am – 2:30 pm (AEDT)

Location: Virtual

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