Fake supermarket offer scams thousands
Free food box offer attracts flurry of attention before Facebook acts.
Consumer group finds discount service for seniors is a rip-off
CHOICE warns Australians against using ‘Senior Advantage’ service.
The problem with honeymoon rates – and beware this new scam
There’s a problem in chasing better-than-average bank interest rates, warns personal finance expert Noel Whittaker.
The problem with honeymoon rates – and beware this new scam
There’s a problem in chasing better-than-average bank interest rates, warns personal finance expert Noel Whittaker.
ASX flags surge in fake reports on social media
If you’re trying your hand at the stock market, be careful where your information is coming from.
How to spot online dating scams
Online dating can be a great way to meet that special someone, but it’s also a place for scammers to find their victims. Here are some red flags that might signal your new romantic interest is in fact a scam artist.
Online privacy protection more important than ever
COVID-19 restrictions have led to more online activity for Aussies in general– at their peril – with many risking their personal and financial security. But helpful tips are at hand …
MyGov accounts, superannuation targeted by dark web fraudsters
Australians are being urged to upgrade their online security as fraudsters target myGov accounts, superannuation and tax refunds during the coronavirus crisis.
Scams cost Australians more than $360 million in 2019
Australians lost more than $634 million to scams in 2019, according to the latest figures from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission.
Latest COVID-19 scam
Drew Patchell joins the line-up to warn you about the latest scam doing the rounds after the government allowed some of us early access to super. He explains their tactics.
TGA warns on virus ‘cures’ as promoters labelled ‘cockroaches’
Therapeutic Goods Administration issues warning on range of fake virus ‘cures’ and urges consumers to report the promoters and products.
COVID-19 scammers are targeting superannuation
Scammers are now trying to exploit Australians hit financially by the COVID-19 crisis with new superannuation scams.