Scammers are sophisticated criminals who use psychological techniques to manipulate their targets. Understanding why these ...

Scammers are impersonating Qantas in emails and text messages to steal your personal information and money. They create a sense of urgency to try and get you to act quickly without checking first.

In the lead-up to Valentine’s Day, the National Anti-Scam Centre has released its final quarter scams statistics. These statistics show an increase in romance scams reports and money stolen across ...

Scams work because they look like the real thing and scammers contact you when you’re not expecting it, or busy trying to do many things at once. Criminals take advantage of new technology, new ...

Be suspicious of investment opportunities that promise a high return with little or no risk, and don't let anyone pressure you into making decisions about your money or investments. Some emails may ...

Fake news and 'deepfake' videos of celebrities and public figures appearing to promote online investment platforms are increasing on social media. 'Deepfakes' are lifelike impersonations of real ...

Is someone you care about being scammed? Use our checklists if you’re concerned about a friend or family member. It can help you identify potential scam situations early. Trust your instincts too, if ...

Scamwatch is warning Australians to watch out for fake email invoices. Scammers pose as a real business you've recently dealt with. They send fake invoices with changed payment details, so your money ...

Scammers are using fake job ads to attract job seekers looking for extra income. Of all scam types, jobs and employment scams grew the fastest in 2023, costing Australians $24.7 million. This has ...

Scammers are targeting Taylor Swift fans with fake ticket sales through social media, ahead of her Eras Tour in February. Over 270 people have reported being scammed this way, with NSW and Victoria ...

Police have received reports of scams involving fake Australian Federal Police (AFP) representatives targeting vulnerable members of the community. Some scammers are falsely identifying themselves as ...

Scams Awareness Week 2021 takes place 8-12 November. This Scams Awareness Week we’re encouraging everyone to start a conversation about scams to reduce stigma and help people recognise a scam sooner, ...