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 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.
Scammers use dating or friendship to get your money. They go to great lengths to convince you the relationship is real and manipulate you to give them money. Romance scammers will leave you broke and broken-hearted.
Scammers impersonate genuine charities and ask for donations or contact you claiming to collect money after natural disasters or major events.
Scammers prey on consumers and businesses that are buying or selling products and services. Not every transaction is legitimate.
If you are looking for a fast way to make money, watch out – scammers have invented all sorts of fake money-making opportunities to prey on your enthusiasm and get hold of your cash.
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.
Scammers will use any means possible to steal your identity or your money – including threatening your life or 'hijacking' your computer.