News & alerts

SCAMwatch is warning consumers to be on the lookout for scam online classified ads for residential and holiday rental properties.

SCAMwatch is advising travellers to check the authenticity of flight booking websites before making any reservations for domestic and international travel.

SCAMwatch and the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) are warning people who wish to visit or migrate to Australia to be cautious of people offering ‘guaranteed’ Australian visas.

SCAMwatch and Victoria Police are warning Australians to beware of email death threats from scammers claiming to be ‘hitmen’ hired to kill the email recipient unless they send cash.

Don’t let someone trick you into paying to have your number listed on the Australian Government’s free Do Not Call Register.

SCAMwatch is again warning consumers to be cautious of classified ads for pedigree pups at prices that are too good to be true.

Are you an avid mobile phone texter, using SMS to keep in contact with friends and family? Watch out - scammers love texting too.

Don’t let a scammer scare you into believing your computer is infected with a virus.

With the end of the financial year upon us, small businesses across Australia are busy tidying up their financial affairs. However, this time is not only busy for business, but for scammers as well.

FIFA has warned fans that genuine 2010 World Cup tickets can only be purchased from legitimate sources.