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Don’t let scammers ruin your Christmas

With only days until Christmas, SCAMwatch is warning consumers to watch out for fake delivery scams arriving in your inbox or letter box.
31 Dec 2013

Don’t let scammers take advantage of the Anzac spirit

With 2015 marking the 100th anniversary of the Gallipoli campaign, the Australian and New Zealand governments have launched a ballot for attendance at Anzac Day commemorations at Gallipoli.
30 Dec 2013

Beware fake websites when shopping online for Christmas

SCAMwatch is warning consumers shopping online for Christmas to watch out for fake websites selling bogus gifts.
7 Nov 2013

Small businesses beware – ‘Yellow Pages’ directory scam strikes again

SCAMwatch is warning small businesses to be alert as the fake ‘Yellow Pages’ business directory scam has resurfaced in Australia.
1 Aug 2013

Beware of immigration scams

SCAMwatch and the Department of Immigration and Citizenship are warning people who have migrated to Australia or are currently temporary visa holders to be cautious of immigration-related scams.
31 Jul 2013

Don’t let your heart be blackmailed

SCAMwatch is again warning those looking for love online to stay on the lookout for scammers.
17 Jul 2013

Watch out when booking your winter getaway

SCAMwatch is warning consumers to be wary when making plans for a holiday escape this winter.
9 May 2013

Pause to avoid a puppy scam

Looking for a furry friend? Watch out – scammers continue to use cute and cuddly canines to pull on people’s heart strings and get them to part with their money.
30 Apr 2013

Beware of scammers taking advantage of the Boston marathon tragedy

SCAMwatch is warning consumers to be alert to scammers looking to take advantage of the Boston marathon explosions with malware or donation scams.
18 Apr 2013

Police scareware scam continues to target Australians

SCAMwatch is urging people to continue to be alert to a scareware scam where scammers posing as the Australian Federal Police (AFP) try to scare you into handing over money to regain control of your computer.
6 Mar 2013

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