Fraud is behaviour that's deceptive, dishonest, corrupt or unethical. Common frauds include:

  • Stealing someone’s identity

  • Creating fake identities

  • Credit and EFTPOS card fraud

  • Cyber crime

Fraud can have a knock-on effect on many people. For example, a workplace fraud may result in lost revenue and property. It can damage the business’ credibility, compromise customer confidentiality and result in public criticism. This can make it hard for a business to continue to operate and meet its obligations to employees, customers, suppliers or contractors.

Find out more about fraud

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Reporting fraud

If you are a victim of a cybercrime, you should report the matter quickly via Report Cyber
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Preventing fraud

There are many forms of fraud and a skilled fraudster will invest time and energy to gain your trust
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Credit card & EFTPOS fraud

As more businesses and individuals use electronic banking, the likelihood of becoming a victim of fraud increases.
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Advance fee fraud

Advance fee frauds: when you are promised money, goods or a prize once certain fees are paid in advance.