Although it doesn’t happen often, there has been an increase in international students and temporary migrants in Australia being targeted by criminal organisations to help launder money. These individuals, often referred to as “money mules,”...
News: Rise in Scams Targeting Chinese Students in Australia
The National Anti-Scam Centre has raised an alarm about a significant increase in sophisticated scams targeting Chinese students in Australia, with culprits posing as Chinese police officers to intimidate and swindle students. In August 2023, reported scams of this...
COVID-19 and Student Scams: How to Keep Yourself Safe
The COVID-19 pandemic has left people vulnerable, and unfortunately there are scammers who are taking advantage of that. As retailers closed and shifted to selling online, online shoppers are being deceived by fake websites , international students have been targeted...