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SCAMwatch is warning punters this racing season to be cautious of investing in expensive betting schemes and software packages which make false claims of guaranteed winnings.
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SCAMwatch and the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government are warning Australians of scammers who call offering fake government grants.
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SCAMwatch is warning veterans to be cautious of potential scammers posing as representatives from the Australian Government Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA).
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Don’t let scam emails fool you into providing your personal details.
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Consumers are urged to beware of scammers who call offering rebates on energy efficient initiatives.
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Are you an avid mobile phone texter, using SMS to keep in contact with friends and family? Watch out - scammers love texting too.
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If you receive a call or email claiming you’re entitled to reclaim overpaid tax or bank fees, ignore it – these scams are doing the rounds.
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Don’t let a scammer scare you into believing your computer is infected with a virus.
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Recently, Medicare and Centrelink have received reports of scammers posing as employees asking recipients for their personal information.
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The ACCC has quickly acted to stop the individuals behind TVI Express from enticing consumers to join its so called money-making venture.