News & alerts

If you unexpectedly receive colourful travel brochures in the mail, be very suspicious if the package also contains scratchie card tickets.

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

SCAMwatch continues to receive reports about scams involving scratchie cards received in the mail.

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.

SCAMwatch warns consumers to be wary of an advance fee fraud scam disguised as ‘winnings’ from Euphoria Travelling Group.

SCAMwatch warns casino telemarketing scams are still active

SCAMwatch is warning consumers to be careful when purchasing vouchers for discount holiday accommodation.

SCAMwatch warns businesses to watch out for unsolicited emails or letters that claim to offer 'free' business directory listings.

SCAMwatch is pleased to report a major win in the fight against scammers obtained in Canada this week.

SCAMwatch is warning Australians to be on the lookout for a new telemarketing scam where scammers send text messages to advise consumers they have won ‘third prize’ in a bogus prize draw.