Avoiding impersonation scams

Guest: Catriona Lowe Scams are getting harder to spot. As they become more sophisticated and convincing, it’s easier than ever to be tricked into handing over your money or personal details. Australian Competition and Consumer Commission Deputy Chair, Catriona Lowe talks with host Valens Quinn about how you can help to protect yourself, and the work of the National Anti-Scam Centre. Subscribe to the Be Connected newsletter to receive your copy of the Scams guide discussed in this episode. Discover more: Learn more about the National Anti-Scam Centre Sign-up and build your digital skills for free at Be Connected Learn how to identify and avoid scams Learn how to stay safe on social media Learn more about antivirus software, protecting your privacy online and more in our advanced online security topic Scamwatch publishes a free ‘Little black book of scams’ to help individuals and businesses learn about scams If you’ve been caught up in a scam, you can report it to ScamWatch Learn more about the work ScamWatch is doing to protect Australians When you need support in a crisis, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 (24/7) or visit Lifeline or Beyone Blue Listen to more podcast episodes Join us on Facebook Valens Quinn on Instagram Valens Quinn on LinkedIn Find out more about Catriona Lowe Catriona Lowe on LinkedIn Be Connected is an Australian Government Initiative developed by the Department of Social Services, the eSafety Commissioner and Good Things Foundation Australia. Be Connected builds the digital skills, confidence, and online safety of all Australians with engaging online learning resources, and a network of over 3,500 community organisations to support them to thrive in a digital world. Be Connected acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land on which we live and work, and pays respect to their Elders, past, present and emerging.