Latest Australian Institute of Criminology News

New research on independent legal protection for victims of sexual assault
eSafety report reveals Big Tech blind spots in protecting children and young adults from sexual extortion
New research explores decision-making of ransomware victims
New research on exposure to fringe and radical content online
Rise in scams: Australians encouraged to protect themselves online
Expanding Mac’s Life-saving Legacy
New data released on fraud and corruption targeting Australian Government agencies
Justice out of reach for most modern slavery victims, new report finds
Sixty-one percent of adults proceeded against for sexual offences have prior offences, new data shows
New research compares male and female child sex offenders
Operation Cheyenne In Livingstone
Continued commitment to addressing child sexual abuse in the 2026-27 Federal Budget
Instagram can now read all users’ private messages. Will this make kids safer or just boost ad targeting?
Closing date extended for the Australian Crime and Violence Prevention Awards (ACVPA)
Months on from the Bondi terror attack, the national gun buyback is floundering
New AIC research examines link between suspension from school and police contact
Nominations are now open for the annual Australian Crime and Violence Prevention Awards (ACVPA)
AIC research explores perceptions of police fairness among Australian drug users
Family violence protection orders can be a lifeline, but the system needs reforming
Opening Remarks At AIC 2026 Conference
Men can get out of the manosphere. Here’s what former incels say about why they left
As Australia’s tobacco wars continue, a NSW heroin drought in 2000 might offer lessons
Misogynistic Online Groups – Study Finds Pathways Out
AUSTRAC publishes guidance on use of new compulsory examination powers
New research explores Indigenous people’s experience of the criminal legal system
Too many Indigenous women are killed by domestic violence. They are more than just numbers
Australians Fear Wave Of AI Crime
Prohibitive policies drove organised crime in Australia 100 years ago. It’s happening again
Latest National Homicide Data Released
Big tech companies are still failing to tackle child abuse material online
Tough new bail laws are jailing more First Nations people before trial
Why are some young people attracted to gangs and what are some evidence-based solutions?
AIC research examines digital firearms among online Australians
Research funded to combat illicit tobacco, family violence, and more
Worker exploitation can hide in plain sight. Here’s how to ensure an ethical summer holiday
Launch of the first phase of the National Hate Crimes and Incidents Database
National Hate Crimes Database
‘Tough on crime’ policies are causing Indigenous people to die in custody
Largest number of Indigenous deaths in custody since 1979-80
Number of Indigenous deaths in custody at record high
AIC 2026 Conference: Transnational serious & organised crime
Exit trafficking and forced marriage most common modern slavery offences
The Victorian Government’s law and order agenda won’t make communities safer – time is running out to block this disastrous bill
Copper theft is hitting building sites, street lights – and now phones. How do we stop it?
Queensland Police Service recognised nationally for excellence in the crime and violence prevention
Methamphetamine Use Key Contributor To Crime
AIC research estimates the role of illicit drugs and alcohol in offending
LABOR’S ADULT SENTENCES MORE REACTIONARY POLITICS THAT IGNORE EVIDENCE AND FAIL TO TACKLE TO REAL PROBLEMS