Scams

You should report any scams to the Northern Territory (NT) Consumer Affairs on 1800 019 319 or consumer@nt.gov.au.

They can tell the public about the scam through the media and social media.

You can also report scams to the National Anti-Scam Centre's Scamwatch. They will give you information on how to recognise, avoid and report scams.

For more information or to report a scam go to the Scamwatch website.

Reporting identity theft

You should report any identify theft to IDCARE.

IDCARE is Australia’s national identity and cyber support service. They deal with:

• identity theft
• hacking or phishing
• telephone, romance or investment scams
• data breaches
• ransomware
• lost or stolen credentials.

Their website provides information on cybercrime, including what it is, and how you can protect yourself.

For more information or to report a cybercrime, go to the IDCARE website.

Other useful websites

• Australian Cyber Security Centre website
• NSW Government website - Scams and cybercrime
• NT Consumer Affairs website - Scams