For more information go to the following websites or organisations:
SCAMwatch is a website that is devoted to all information about scams for consumers and small businesses. It is a website run by the ACCC. It provides information about recognising, preventing and reporting scams as well as detailed information on each type of scam. There are links to other websites in which can provide you with more information and the website also provides a page in which you can report a scam.
http://www.scamwatch.gov.au/content/index.phtml/tag/Scamwatch/
ACCC (Australian Competition & Consumers Commission) is an organisation that promotes competition and fair trade in the market place to benefit consumers, businesses and the community. It also regulates national infrastructure services. Its primary responsibility is to ensure that individuals and businesses comply with the Commonwealth competition, fair trading, and consumer protection laws. The ACCC provides information on consumer affairs for citizens of Australia.
http://www.accc.gov.au/content/index.phtml/itemId/142
Ministry of Consumer affairs New Zealand provides appropriate, accurate and accessible information, education and advice for consumers and businesses on consumer laws and issues. They aim to create an environment that encourages good and accurate information flows between consumers and suppliers. The website provide information on different types of scams, what to do after being a victim of a scam, and how to protect yourself from scams. It also provides a page in which you can report a scam.
http://www.consumeraffairs.govt.nz/scams
