Enhancing Civil Protections and Remedies for Forced Marriage Overview The Australian Government is working with the states and territories to tackle the issue of forced marriage. We are now conducting consultations to inform this important work. Everyone in Australia should be free to choose if, who and when they marry. Making someone get married when they do not want to is never acceptable and is a crime in Australia. Forced marriage occurs when a person is forced to marry without freely or fully consenting because they have been coerced, threatened or deceived or because they are incapable of understanding the nature and effect of a marriage ceremony. Forced marriage also occurs where a person is under the age of 16 when they marry. To make a report or seek help If you have immediate concerns for your safety, the safety of another person, or there is an emergency, dial Triple ...
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Whole of Government update – Optus Data Breach [SEC=OFFICIAL] If you think you may be affected by the recent Optus data breach contact Optus Customer service on 133 937. For more information, see Optus Data Breach. You should also: Secure and monitor your devices and accounts for unusual activity , and ensure they have the latest security Enable multi-factor authentication for all If you need assistance with taking these steps, please visit gov.au. Be alert for scams referencing the Optus data breach. Learn how to protect yourself from scams by visiting www.scamwatch.gov.au. If you are concerned that your identity has been compromised or you have been a victim of a scam, contact your bank immediately and call IDCARE on 1800 595 160. If your identity has been stolen, you can apply for a Commonwealth Victims’ Certificate. If you believe you are victim of a cybercrime, go to ReportCyber at cyber.gov.au. ...
