This Scam Alert is a joint warning from the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) and the National Anti-Scam Centre’s Scamwatch. Some people are at risk of mobile number fraud when ...

This report provides insight into the scams targeting Australians in 2025 and highlights the impact of combined efforts by government, law enforcement, community sector and industry to combat these ...

Scam emails look like the real thing, but watch out for links and attachments designed to steal your money or information. Scammers send 'urgent' emails pretending to be from the government, law ...

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 ...

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 ...

Criminals are impersonating real businesses and offering fake investment bonds. They claim these bonds offer high returns and are protected by the government. Scammers will encourage you to register ...

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 ...

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 ...

Gift cards are increasingly the payment method of choice for scammers. Scamwatch reports show more than $5 million was lost in 2018, a 38 per cent increase compared with 2017. iTunes cards accounted ...

The National Anti-Scam Centre (NASC) is warning Australians that scammers have been impersonating phone numbers belonging to the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) in an attempt to ...

Scammers use psychological techniques to manipulate and deceive victims. Scammers are part of criminal networks with resources, training and tools to effectively manipulate people. Having experience ...

Anyone can be scammed. Intelligence, education, technical expertise and life experience don’t protect any of us from sophisticated scammers who use proven psychological techniques to manipulate their ...