Young Aussies Lose Millions to Job Scams
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Job Scams Targeting Young Aussies: A Surge in Online Scams
Job scams have been on the rise, particularly targeting young Australians aged 24 and under. Reports to Scamwatch have more than doubled, with 837 cases in 2025 compared to 361 in 2024. Scammers lure victims with fake job ads on Facebook groups, asking for upfront payments and eventually involving them in money laundering. Young people lost $19 million to these scams, with banks warning that using your account for crime can lead to account lockdown or money laundering charges. CommBank identified 1,825 Facebook groups renting out Aussie bank accounts for shady deals. To protect yourself, verify everything, avoid upfront payments, and report suspicious activities to Scamwatch, your bank, and the police.
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