News & alerts

SCAMwatch is warning consumers to watch out for an unsolicited text message announcing an unexpected win.

SCAMwatch is warning consumers to be wary of spam emails promising a $500 Myer gift card, which may actually be a ruse to steal your money and personal details.

SCAMwatch is warning small to medium businesses to be on the look out for unusual or complicated orders from overseas, particularly orders which are being paid for by credit card.

SCAMwatch is warning consumers to continue to be wary of unsolicited emails that appear to come from well-known businesses or agencies.

SCAMwatch is again warning consumers to be on the lookout for bogus phone calls, emails and other scams relating to the government's economic stimulus package.

SCAMwatch is warning consumers to stay away from sports arbitrage 'opportunities'.

SCAMwatch is warning Australians to be on the lookout out for scammers trying to rip off bonus payments and steal personal information.

SCAMwatch is warning consumers wanting to contribute to the Victorian bushfire appeals to be on alert to ensure they are not taken in by scammers.

Scammers are using the global financial crisis as another excuse to trick consumers into giving away their money and their personal details

SCAMwatch is warning consumers to protect themselves from identity theft when using social networking sites especially during the holiday season.