The national terror threat level is set at "probable", but across Australia law enforcement bodies are sharing one message: we should not let fear change our plans.
Across the eastern seaboard, police are adamant there is no specific threat to Anzac Day celebrations.
Nonetheless, law enforcement agencies and state governments believe individual attackers pose the greatest risk to the public.
"Because our agencies are working so well and because the intelligence organisations are working so well it is harder for organisations to come together and express a threat," said NSW Counter Terrorism Minister David Elliott.
"So the individual threat is probably the largest one and that's why we have contingencies. That is why the police will be out in force.
Counter terrorism officers would not be drawn on the specific details of security operations or staffing numbers across the states, but they did admit all public events were a "risk".
"Any mass gathering is a risk to the community. Any mass gathering of course makes us more vulnerable, but as Australians we don't accept terrorism as a reason to change our lifestyle," Mr Elliott said.
In Victoria police have undertaken extensive preparations for Monday's Anzac Day events and ceremonies.
Acting Commander Peter O'Neill said police will maintain a strong presence at the Shrine of Remembrance and in the CBD as part of Anzac Day services and ceremonies.
"No matter where you are paying tribute or how you are spending your Anzac Day, the public can be assured that every single police member will have a strong focus on community safety," he said.
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Victoria Police said a wide variety of units will be in attendance, including general duties police, transit police, operational response units, highway patrol units and protective service officers.
Detective Acting Superintendent Mick O'Dowd, from Queensland Police, outlined a joint security effort for commemorative events in Brisbane.
"We work with all the agencies to ensure the security and process of the march," he said.
"All those security arrangements are something we wouldn't disclose. Suffice to say the planning has been underway months ahead, as it would be for any Anzac Day event.
"And we are confident the security level for that event and most events around the state is appropriate."
This year agencies have also called on the public to help keep events safe.
"If you see something that is suspicious, report it. If you meet somebody that doesn't seem quite right - report it," Mr Elliott said.
"The best way to promote a safe and secure environment is to make sure we all talk and we all promote the success and safe future of our community."
