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Scams Awareness Week is a great opportunity to learn how to spot a scam and pick up tips on how to protect yourself and others.
Scams often start from a phone call, email, social media or SMS - it’s important to learn how to identify common scams and what you can do to protect yourself.
Scams cost Australian consumers, businesses and the economy hundreds of millions of dollars each year and cause serious personal and emotional harm to victims and their families.
If you receive any suspicious contact via text, email or phone, please let us know by reporting it - reporting scams or any suspicious activity will help keep you and others safe into the future.
How to protect yourself from scams
Additional videos
What to do if you've been scammed
How to recognise a bank impersonation scam
How e-banking can help protect you from scams
What is a money mule scam?
View the latest scam alerts
Find out about our latest scam alerts and what to do if you've received a suspicious message.
Report suspicious activity
If you have received a suspicious email, text message, or call, let us know by reporting it.
Staying safe from scams and fraud
Scams knowledge hub
Scammers are becoming more sophisticated and are using a range of platforms to target their victims. We've gathered information on a number of common scams to help you identify the warning signs.
Fraud knowledge hub
Fraud is when suspicious activities happen without your knowledge. Safeguarding your personal information and devices are essential steps to help protect yourself from potential fraud.
Protecting your business
Businesses can also be targeted by criminals. As a business owner, it’s important to implement effective risk management practices and systems, ensuring both protection for your business and your customers.
3 steps to remember
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Stop - don't give money or personal information to anyone if you're unsure.
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Think - ask yourself, could the message or call be a fake?
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Protect - act quickly if something feels wrong.