Join us in raising awareness of scams during Fraud Awareness Week 17-23 November 2019.

Consumer Protection began their first TV campaign this week. The segments emphasise that “it’s good to know your consumer rights”.

A common scam targeting visa-holders is doing the rounds again and Immigration New Zealand (INZ) is urging people to be on the alert and not to be taken in.

The New Zealand Consumer Survey is conducted every two years by Consumer Protection, part of the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment.

Scammers claiming to be from The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) are calling people to gain remote access to computers.

New Zealanders have reported receiving threatening emails that claim an explosive device is hidden in the recipient’s office.

New information resources from Consumer Protection to help consumers make better decisions when buying a car.

We have been notified of a scam, being sent by email, to compete for a $250 Farmers Gift Card.

Scammers are finding new ways to take advantage of growing public interest in the sale and exchange of cryptocurrency, eg bitcoin.

People have been targeted by a phishing email stating that the user has a private message and they need to access their RealMe account.