Scams Are Getting Smarter, Here’s What to Watch For

In this episode, Lauren Grace speaks with Alex Price-Busch, a First Nations financial counsellor from ICAN, about the scams currently affecting communities across Far North Queensland and the Cape. Alex explains how scams are evolving and why they can be hard to spot,  especially when they come from people pretending to be someone you know, government agencies, or even online relationships. He shares some of the common scams being seen right now, including: • Fake social media accounts  • Romance scams • Online gambling-style scams • Calls pretending to be from Government agencies Alex also offers practical advice on how to protect yourself, from checking who you’re speaking to, to avoiding links and payment requests that don’t feel right. The key message? If something feels off, trust your gut. Listen now to the full interview. ----more---- Stars and Stories Broadcasting straight from the heart of Remote Communities, Black Star Radio brings a fresh twist to local radio with stories, music, and connections that matter. Powered by Queensland Remote Aboriginal Media (QRAM), we’re here to amplify voices, celebrate culture, and bring you the latest from Far North Queensland. Learn more: https://blackstarradio.com.au Meet Alex Alex Price-Busch is a First Nations Financial Counsellor and systemic advocate who works at the Indigenous Consumer Assistance Network (ICAN). Alex provides financial counselling to services to mob across Far North Queensland and throughout the Cape. In nearly 6 years of working at ICAN, he has assisted many people to work through their financial issues and participated in advocacy campaigns such as Save Sorry Business, which resulted in the government establishing a remediation program for First Nations people who were left with nothing after the funeral insurance company, Youpla, collapsed. Contact ICAN here for more information: https://ican.org.au/