Consumer Alerts

For important updates on issues affecting the Do Not Call Register.

Consumer warning: Technical support remote access scams

Have you received unsolicited calls from people saying there is a problem with your computer and offering to fix it? It’s likely to be a scam.

Warning: Australians targeted by financial investment scams

Be wary of calls offering you investment opportunities. This could be a scam.

Scam alert: COVID-19 scams

We continue to advise Australians to be vigilant about scammers using calls, SMS and emails to take advantage of the COVID-19 vaccination rollout and, more generally, COVID-related restrictions.  These scams may try and look like trusted brands or use scare tactics to trick you into giving personal and financial details.