What is a scam?
Scams are schemes designed to deceive you, generally for the purpose of stealing your money or personal details.
Fake tradies
Some scammers go door-to-door, offering cheap deals for 'today only'. Find more information about fake tradies (also known as travelling con men), and tips to avoid them.
Protect yourself and others
- Take our online scams quiz.
- For consumer alerts and media releases on scams, go to News updates.
- For scam updates, and .
- Attend a free community talk or information session for seniors; go to Events for details.
- Visit the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission's .
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