News & alerts

SCAMwatch is warning consumers to thoroughly check the legitimacy of charities when donating to Japan disaster relief.

SCAMwatch is warning consumers to thoroughly check the legitimacy of charities when donating to help flood victims in central and south east Queensland.

Scamwatch is warning consumers to be wary of bogus security software or 'scareware'.

SCAMwatch is warning about an email from Comcover that offers a non-refundable loan

SCAMwatch is urging consumers to be on guard online, even when searching celebrity news items. The latest celebrity scam exploits the death of Patrick Swayze.

SCAMwatch is warning consumers wanting to contribute to the Victorian bushfire appeals to be on alert to ensure they are not taken in by scammers.