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18 Mar 2011 …You have not heard of the charity before. The scam operates via a fake website which is a very close replica to a legitimate charity site. Scammers may also use replica letters and emails … phone number. The collector becomes defensive over questions about what the charity does and how much of … Approach charity organisations directly to make a donation. Don’t rely on a phone number or website address given by the person who first called, visited or emailed you because they could be impersonating a legitimate charity. Do not open or reply to suspicious or unsolicited emails (spam) even to unsubscribe…
15 Sep 2009 … account information or mobile phone number on a website that you are not certain is genuine. NEVER send your personal, credit card, online account details or mobile phone number through an email. Read all … credit card, online account details or mobile phone number to anyone you do not know and trust—beware … If you think you have been targeted by a scammer, visit the report a scam page on SCAMwatch.…
25 Aug 2009 …News SCAMwatch is warning consumers about fake job offers and investment grants sent by scammers in an attempt to steal personal information and money. SCAMwatch has been notified by UNICEF Australia that consumers are receiving scam emails and text messages purportedly from UNICEF. The emails offer … , including your name, address, age and phone numbers to the scammer’s email address based in Hong Kong (note: the email addresses used are not official UNICEF email accounts). This type of scam usually also … being circulated. The scam SMS says you have been awarded £1 million in the ongoing ‘UNICEF investment…
20 Feb 2009 …Never send your personal, credit card or banking details over the phone in response to unsolicited … or click on any links or reply to these emails. Use a phone number of web address from sources that … phone book. Never rely on contact details provided in unsolicited emails.…
11 Apr 2012 …News SCAMwatch is advising businesses to beware of unsolicited faxes offering paid listings in scam online directories. SCAMwatch is advising businesses to beware of unsolicited faxes offering paid listings in scam online directories. … How the scam works … Your business receives an offer, often via fax, to list your businesses details in a scam online directory. The offer may aim to lock you into an expensive ongoing contract for periods of 12, 24 or 48…
28 Jan 2011 …Explore SCAMwatch to find out more about how to protect yourself against scams including lottery and sweepstake scams, unexpected 'prize' scams and mobile phone scams . For information about spam (unwanted text messages and emails) visit the website of the Australian Communications and Media Authority … You can report a scam to on the report a scam page of SCAMwatch.…
16 Sep 2010 …'Hitman' email scam … 'hitmen' hired to kill the email recipient unless they send cash. This scam has been around for a number of years. In 2008 SCAMwatch warned of an SMS 'hitman' scam and are now receiving reports of an email version of this scam. The emails arrive out of the blue and often contain a variation of the following … Do NOT respond to emails—if you do, the scammers will escalate their intimidation and attempts to get your money. Never provide your personal, credit card or banking details in an email or over the phone—scammers will use your details to commit identity fraud or steal your money. Keep your computer…
03 Sep 2010 …Aussie veterans targeted by scam … . Please help SCAMwatch and the DVA to warn Australia’s veteran community about this scam. If you know … If you receive a phone call or letter asking for your DVA client number or banking details, do not provide them. Contact your nearest DVA office to confirm the request is legitimate. Be cautious if you are contacted out of the blue by someone claiming to be from ANY government department requesting personal…
01 May 2012 …How the scam works … Consumers who speak languages other than English or who speak a second language have reported receiving scam calls in their language. Reports have shown the languages spoken include Serbian, Croatian, and Polish. However scammers may target consumers who speak other languages as well. The caller claims … a scam. Always contact the department, consulate or embassy independently using official contact details before responding to any request for money or personal details over the phone. Consider what personal…
30 Nov 2011 …Time for a holiday? Whether you’re relaxing in Australia or travelling overseas this festive season, scammers may try to get hold of your money and personal details. Look out for fake accommodation vouchers, scam travel clubs and scammers asking you to pay upfront deposits for properties which aren’t actually … Always book flights through a legitimate travel agent, airline, flight booking or travel website. Be cautious when deciding to purchase very cheap airfares – if it looks too good to be true it may be a scam. Check that the ABN quoted on a flight booking website is genuinely registered to the trader named … Beware that scam charity emails and websites may use official-looking logos and words which make them look genuine. Always check that a website is legitimate before donating. Approach legitimate charity organisations directly to make a donation or offer support. Don't rely on any phone number or…