Free Cyber
Wardens Webinar
Wednesday 17 December, 11:00am (AEDT)
SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER
Lisa Cohen
IP Australia
Join us for a one-hour, practical webinar helping retailers build simple cyber-safe habits for peak holiday season, supported by insights from national cyber and scam-prevention experts.
Featured guest speakers:
- Scott Julian | National Office for Cyber Security
- Fiona Homan | National Anti-Scam Centre
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This free webinar brings together Australia’s leading cyber and scam-prevention experts, including representatives from the National Office of Cyber Security, the National Anti-Scam Centre and Cyber Wardens.
Retailers face their highest cyber risks during peak trading, with busy stores, casual staff, and increased online sales creating prime opportunities for scammers. Even small mistakes – clicking a malicious link, approving a fraudulent refund, or using a compromised device – can result in significant financial loss.
You’ll walk away with practical, actionable strategies tailored for retail operations, helping you protect your business, strengthen cyber resilience and manage the busiest trading period with confidence. And you’ll have the opportunity to have your most burning cyber security questions answered during the live Q&A.
The session also highlights national scam trends and tools available to support retailers, giving you insights to stay one step ahead of cyber threats.
Frequently asked questions
I see other organisations charge for their course whereas Cyber Wardens is free. How is the course being funded?
Cyber Wardens is a free Australian government-funded program created to ensure Australian small businesses operate in a cyber-safe environment. Our mission is to inspire every Australian small business to build a culture of cyber safety within their teams by training their own Cyber Wardens. We do this by offering quick, accessible and free training to small business owners and employees to help them defend against cyber attacks.
Who is providing the course?
Cyber Wardens is an initiative of the Council of Small Business Organisations of Australia, supported by the Australian Government and an industry alliance led by Telstra, CommBank and the Australian Cyber Security Centre and delivered by 89 Degrees East.
How has the course been developed?
The Cyber Wardens course has been developed by a team of cyber security experts and educational specialists who combined industry expertise with practical learning approaches. The curriculum was created through research into current threats, industry consultation, and pilot program feedback. The course features interactive elements and scenario-based training, with regular updates to address emerging technologies and threats. Materials are designed to make complex cyber security concepts accessible to learners of all technical backgrounds.
Why is Cyber Wardens important for small business owners and employees?
43% of cyber crime targets small businesses and a cyber attack can cost you an average of $49,600. With 95% of cyber attacks involving human error, cyber security is everyone's responsibility. If you're not cyber-safe, everyone in your team, supply chain and wider network is vulnerable. By prioritising cyber security, you're protecting not only your business but also those you work with. The small business sector is crucial to our economy, and collective action is needed to ensure its protection.
I don't have a lot of time to study and I'm not tech-savvy. Will I still be able to complete the course?
The Cyber Wardens online course is made for busy small businesses and takes only 45 minutes to complete. No buzz, no jargon - just practical and quick cyber safety solutions to help you and your team protect your business and keep cyber criminals out.