Australians are being warned not to open any email claiming to come from Medicare, after authorities uncovered a sophisticated scam luring unsuspecting victims to a copy of the myGov website in an attempt to steal their bank details.
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Beware of fake Medicare email
Scammers have set up a clone of the myGov website to trick you into sharing your login and bank account details.
The scam starts with a phishing email that looks like it is from Medicare, asking you to update your Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) details, so you can start receiving payments for Medicare benefits and claims.
If you click on the link in the email you are taken a replica of the real myGov website. You’ll note the URL includes ‘.net’ instead of ‘.gov.au’, which is an indication the website is not a legitimate Australian Government domain!
https://www.staysmartonline.gov.au/alert-service/beware-fake-medicare-email
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Stolen Vehicle Alert – Thursday July 5
The following vehicle has been reported to Ipswich police as stolen:
Type
Colour
Vehicle Registration
Vehicle description
Date reported
Holden Commodore
Silver
841 WYX
Station Wagon
04/07/18
Police are urging residents to ensure they secure their homes and vehicles to avoid opportunistic theft.
Many vehicles are taken while the victims are at home.
Thieves target keys, mobile phones and cash left in plain view within homes and vehicles.
Hiding car keys and valuables makes it difficult for offenders to steal your vehicle and other property.
Remember, no matter where you are, lock your car!
If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information using the online form 24hrs per day.
You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, by calling 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day.
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