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SCAMwatch is warning current and former VIPtel Mobile customers to beware of scam phone calls offering a refund in exchange for payment of a fee. Scammers may claim to be from Centrelink and will ask for the fee to be paid by wire transfer.
Beware of scam callers pretending to be from the Government or a bank and asking for an upfront fee to reclaim your overcharged bank fees.
If you meet someone special online, be careful: scammers use online dating websites too but they’re not genuinely after your love, only your money!
SCAMwatch and the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government are warning Australians of scammers who call offering fake government grants.
Consumers are urged to beware of scammers who call offering rebates on energy efficient initiatives.
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.
The recent volcanic eruption in Iceland resulted in thousands of flights cancelled and travel plans disrupted.
SCAMwatch has joined with the Australian Government Department of Climate Change and the Commonwealth Grants Commission to warn consumers about anyone who approaches them with the offer of ‘grants for climate change’ or other government grants.
SCAMwatch is warning those looking for love online to be wary of dating and romance scams.
The Australian Government warns consumers to be very wary of door-to-door salespeople offering to sell you digital television products in your home.