
WA Scam Warnings
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Pet scams: Cute pics but no pet received
Read More...Beware of fake websites and social media accounts that claimed to puppies, leaving buyers out of pocket and without a dog.
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Fake shipping container websites
Read More...WA ScamNet has received a number of reports about fake websites claiming to sell discounted shipping containers that are never delivered after payment is made.
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The Bitcoin Code and Bitcoin System
Read More...WA ScamNet is warning consumers about a binary option trading scam called the Bitcoin System.
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Optus customers urged to protect accounts and be on scam alert
Read More...Current and former Optus customers affected by the data breach are being urged by Consumer Protection to be vigilant over the coming weeks for scams and misuse of their identity. Follow our checklist to help protect yourself.
Latest WA ScamNet updates
Watch out for Kimberley flood scams
Consumers are urged to watch out for scammers targeting people who have donated or those who have been affected by the devastating Kimberley floods. ScamNet have made helpful resources for the Kimberley community to download and share on social media and in the community.
Remember:
- do not respond to random messages on social media
- do not buy gift cards from people you do not know
- only donate to licenced charities or registered fundraisers
- report scams to WA ScamNet so we can warn consumers and shut them down.
ScamNet Talks
Do you want to know how to spot a scam?
We regularly run presentations to groups about tips on how to spot a scam and what to do if you or someone you know has been targeted by a scammer.
Read more to book a session