News & alerts

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.

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

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

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.

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.