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BEWARE: Scammers want you to believe you have an arrest warrant – 7 July 2020
A recent QLD scam involves an unknown person telling the resident that there is a warrant out for their arrest and that their name is linked to a series of criminal offences. Scammers typically ask for money to be sent via wire transfer as money cannot be easily traced.
$4M Fraud alleged, charges rock Melbourne’s welfare – 7 July 2020
A prominent African community leader in Melbourne is accused of dozens of serious financial crimes, including dishonestly obtaining $4.2 million and stealing $25,300 from a company that helps troubled youths.
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Scammers Stole $634 Million From Aussies in 2019 — Here’s How to Protect Yourself – 6 July 2020
Last year, Australians reported more than A$634 million was lost to scammers, a significant jump from $489.7 million the year before. Article discuss why fraud is so successful, how social and psychological techniques are used to deceive victims and how to defend yourself from fraud.
https://thenewdaily.com.au/life/tech/2020/07/06/online-fraud-cost-australia/
Prosecutors drop 42 charges against Australian tax office whistleblower Richard Boyle – 3 July 2020
Richard Boyle, the former tax office employee turned whistleblower, who lifted the lid on aggressive and unfair targeting of taxpayers, has had 42 charges against him dropped, however prosecutors will proceed with the remaining 24 charges.
