Government launches SCAMWATCH website to combat online scams The most effective protection against falling prey to scams is to be informed about them in the first place. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has a dedicated website that informs the public about common and the latest scams.

ScamWatch covers all sorts of scams from financial and investment scams such as pyramid schemes to miracle cures and instant weight loss treatments. Many scams have been around under different names for several years, however there are new scams coming onto the scene all the time. ScamWatch keeps a look out for new scams, rorts and rip offs.

Visit ScamWatch at http://www.scamwatch.gov.au/