Scams and Fraud

Donald Trump is issued a staggering fine of $US354.9 million, which could deal a major blow to the former president's brand, bank balance and business empire. Here's why.

At least 150 Australian Taxation Office officials have been investigated as part of a GST fraud crackdown, resulting in "employment terminations and criminal proceedings", according to a new report from Australia's auditor-general.

Nicole Ann Cook was employed as the manager of the op shop in Mount Gambier two years ago, but instead of depositing the store's proceeds in the bank, she used the money to buy methamphetamine.

Taylor Swift fans have reported having their Ticketek accounts hacked and concert tickets stolen right underneath their noses, just days before the pop star begins her Melbourne shows.

Vida and a man she'd met online messaged every day for weeks. Their chat history shows how scammers gained her trust — and stole $32,000 she borrowed from friends and family.

Jess and Jackie Morecroft can finally hunt for their new "castle" after winning a court battle for compensation for mortgage fraud of their Mermaid Beach home.

Former IT worker Abhishek Mishra alleges that he owes fees and penalties on almost $400,000 in tax debts because NBN Co and EY have breached their employment obligations to remit the taxes and provide him with "proper and independent" taxation advice.

The Sydney property developer could face more criminal action over "potential fraud", as the administrators allege he sent millions of dollars to Lebanon and Nigeria before his business empire collapsed.

When British post offices introduced a new accounting system more than two decades ago, money started going missing — what happened next has been described by some as the country's biggest ever miscarriage of justice.

Australia's consumer rights watchdog sees a sharp increase in Australians citing the popular accommodation site when reporting they've been scammed.

Maree Mavis Crabtree allegedly fed her son a lethal cocktail of prescription drugs in a fruit smoothie in 2017 and attempted to gain access to his finances after his death.

Four days after being charged with fraud by the Colorado Securities Commissioner, televangelist Eli Regalado decided to come clean to his supporters.

WA's Corruption and Crime Commission recommends the prosecution of a man who allegedly gained nearly $300,000 through fraud while working at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital.

Credential stuffing has long been used as a form of cyber crime, but a recent rise in attacks has affected thousands of Australians. Here's what credential stuffing is, how it works, and how you can protect yourself.

It will be alleged the 39-year-old sent messages purporting to be from companies, including Australia Post and Linkt.

Authorities say nine customers had their SIM cards illegally swapped without them knowing, and five of them together lost more than $160,000.

Thousands of Australians with online accounts to local fashion, fast food and entertainment businesses have been targeted in the latest wave of scams. If you noticed unauthorised activity on your online shopping account, we'd like to hear from you.

Some of The Iconic's customers have been caught out by the aftershocks of a "credential stuffing" attack, but a cybersecurity expert says common shortcuts have put shoppers at greater risk without them knowing.

Online retailer The Iconic has failed to provide basic security measures to verify its customers' payment details when placing an order, putting its 2.1 million customers at risk of being defrauded, cybersecurity experts say

Hours after replying to a message he thought was from Australia Post, fraudsters were spending his money at a local store. He says his experience with the bank and police left him feeling defeated.

Complaints about scams to Australia's financial dispute resolution scheme nearly double in one year, amid warnings it is putting "unnecessary pressure" on the independent umpire.

Queensland police say a 53-year-old Beaudesert woman defrauded customers by on-selling previous clients' wedding dresses in either their original form or by altering them for re-sale.

US prosecutors say the strong public interest in a prompt resolution of their fraud case against the former billionaire — who faces decades in prison — outweighs any benefits of a second trial. 

New age spiritualism is not new, but it morphed during the COVID pandemic and appears more popular than ever. The first detailed Australian study examines what happens when spirituality and wellness intersect with conspiracy theories.

Injured animals are increasingly being used as a new tactic to trick Australians out of their cash, data or both on Facebook.