In May 2023, the government funded the ACCC to set up a new National Anti-Scam Centre over 3 years.

Its purpose is to make Australia a harder target for scammers. The centre will bring together experts from government and the private sector to tackle harmful scams.

Visit the ACCC website for more information about the National Anti-Scam Centre.

 

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Jobs & employment

Jobs and employment scams trick you into handing over your money by offering you a ‘guaranteed’ way to make fast money or a high-paying job for little effort.
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Online dating and romance scams

Scammers use dating or friendship to get your money. They work hard to make you think the relationship is real, then manipulate you to give them money. Romance scams leave you broke and broken-hearted.
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Fake charities

Scammers impersonate genuine charities and ask for donations or contact you claiming to collect money after natural disasters or major events.
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Product and service scams

Scammers prey on consumers and businesses that are buying or selling products and services. Not every transaction is legitimate.
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Investment scams

If you're looking to make money through investing, watch out – scammers have created all sorts of fake opportunities to get you excited and take away your cash.
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Attempts to gain your personal information

Scammers use all kinds of sneaky approaches to steal your personal details. Once obtained, they can use your identity to commit fraudulent activities such as using your credit card or opening a bank account.
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Threats and extortion scams

Scammers will use any means possible to steal your identity or your money – including threatening your life or 'hijacking' your computer.

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