We’re warning consumers that scammers are targeting people experiencing financial hardship offering fake financial assistance. These scams impersonate Government agencies and programs as well as charities which provide support to people in need. bit.ly/3YzsNAc

We’re warning consumers to watch out for scammers impersonating their bank to manipulate them into sharing their personal or financial information, transfer money or provide a one-time security code. Share these tips with your network and report scams. bit.ly/4dTqGLU

Here’s Dr Kate Gould, a clinical neuropsychologist and scam researcher at @MonashUni talking about the benefits of sharing scam stories. #ShareAScamStory

If you’ve been scammed, watch out for offers to help you recover your money for a fee. Don’t accept these offers, contact your financial institution to attempt to recover any money stolen through a scam. Learn more: bit.ly/4cKifCA

Set up multi-factor authentication, install software updates regularly and create strong, unique passphrases to stay one step ahead of criminals trying to steal your money and personal information. Help others by reporting scams to Scamwatch: bit.ly/3VNaDJK

Scammers call and say that they’re investigating a scam phone number tied to your name. We’ll never ask for your money or personal information. We also won’t ask for passwords, login details or any info that could compromise your identity.