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Romance and relationship scams

Beware of messages from strangers trying to start a conversation or entice you into a relationship – it may be a scam.

Amazon impersonation scam

Have you received a message or call claiming to be from Amazon? It might be a scam.

End of financial year tax scams

The end of financial year traditionally means tax time. It’s also a busy time for scammers. The ACMA is warning people to be on

Watch out for loyalty points scams

Received a text asking you to click on a link to stop your loyalty or reward points expiring? It’s likely to be a scam.

Fake product emails scam

Have you received an email trying to sell you a fantastic deal on a product? Be careful – it could be a scam.

Do Not Call Register scam

Have you received a call asking you to pay a fee to keep your number on the Do Not Call Register? Hang up – it’s a scam.

22 February 2024

Government ‘cost of living’ impersonation scam

Have you received a text message claiming to be from a government agency and that you’re owed a refund, or that you urgently need

30 January 2024

Scam alert – Re-emergence of ‘Hi mum’ scam

Look out for text messages that appear to be from a family member claiming to have damaged their phone

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Last updated: 04 September 2024

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