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Latest news: Fraud
‘My error’: Raygun’s brother admits role in crypto scam
The brother of Olympic breakdancer Raygun has admitted his role in an alleged celebrity-backed cryptocurrency scam that cost investors more than $180,000.
5 days ago
Travel agent who scammed clients spared more jail time
Global events in part explain a Sydney travel agent's decision to scam customers out of more than $75,000, a court has been told.
Jan 23, 2026
Financial adviser left victims 'damaged', out of pocket
A tradesman who fell victim to a financial adviser, jailed for stealing more than $1 million from clients, says he was groomed and betrayed by the felon.
Jan 22, 2026
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Strict bail for 'risky' accused $3.6m NDIS fraudster
A magistrate has imposed "onerous" bail conditions on a man accused of defrauding $3.6 million in NDIS funds after raising concerns about the risk he posed.
Jan 20, 2026
Romanian nationals 'fleeced elderly women in car parks'
Two Romanian nationals, with possible links to criminal syndicates, have been caught with $50,000 stolen from elderly drivers in shopping centre car parks.
Jan 08, 2026
Disgraced ex-MP sentenced to four years' jail
After avoiding going to jail in two previous fraud cases, former federal MP Craig Thomson is not so lucky third time around.
Dec 18, 2025
Ex-NRL star avoids conviction over $140k crypto theft
Former rugby league international Trent Merrin has admitted to stealing $140,000 in bitcoin from a former friend and teammate.
Dec 18, 2025
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Former NRL star faces court over alleged crypto theft
Former rugby league international Trent Merrin has appeared in court after being accused of stealing $140,000 in bitcoin cryptocurrency.
Dec 03, 2025
Ex-AFL agent guilty of selling fake footy memorabilia
After facing AFL premiership players in court, a former player agent has been fined $4500 for selling fraudulent memorabilia from the 2021 grand final.
Dec 02, 2025
Corruption allegations levelled at Nauru in Senate
Nauru's President David Adeang and Foreign Minister Lionel Aingimea have been allegedly linked to suspicious financial activity involving Australian funds.
Nov 26, 2025
More charges laid over suspicious Brownlow betting
A fifth man has been charged over an alleged suspicious Brownlow Medal betting ring, which included a former AFL umpire who is facing additional charges.
Nov 25, 2025
Conman's colourful life 'set to become Netflix show'
Conman Peter Foster hopes to expand his reputation beyond a long history of scams with a Netflix series about his life as he fights multiple fraud charges.
Nov 18, 2025
'Numbers game': shopping scammers profit on sales craze
While bricks and mortar retailers might be relishing upcoming Black Friday and Christmas sales, online scammers are also licking their lips.
Nov 18, 2025
Fortune teller accused of defrauding $70m from clients
A self-described fortune teller allegedly swindled vulnerable clients out of $70 million by claiming there was a "billionaire" in their future.
Nov 12, 2025
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Bank manager denied bail over $200m fraud syndicate
A senior business bank manager is behind bars accused of playing a key role in one of Australia's biggest corporate corruption cases in recent years.
Nov 07, 2025
Fraudster cops 14 years' jail for Ponzi rip-off
A Ponzi scheme operator who defrauded his victims of more than $34 million has been sentenced to at least 12 years behind bars.
Oct 30, 2025
Jailed MP loses seat, assets and freedom over thefts
A disgraced ex-Liberal MP has been sent to jail for ripping off a scheme aimed at helping disadvantaged students.
Oct 21, 2025
Jeweller accused of ringing up counterfeit luxury bling
A man faces years in jail for allegedly trying to sell counterfeit copies of high-end jewellery such as Cartier at inflated prices totalling more than $100,000.
Oct 20, 2025
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Caddick's widower hires high-profile celebs' lawyer
Disappeared fraudster Melissa Caddick's hairdresser husband has tapped a flamboyant lawyer to fight assault charges, adding to her list of high-profile clients.
Oct 20, 2025
'Fake cancer' mum admits $11k deception, harm charges
A mother has pleaded guilty to deception charges over a scam in which she solicited donations after faking her six-year-old son's cancer diagnosis.
Oct 16, 2025
Spy agency points finger at common password habits
Australians are being warned to adopt better password habits for their personal and business use as the extent and cost of cyber crime is laid bare.
Oct 14, 2025
Council loses millions in scam using 'AI techniques'
A beachside council says it has lost millions after an international crime syndicate used "social engineering AI techniques", sparking a major investigation.
Oct 14, 2025
'Very serious penalties' possible over Qantas data leak
After millions of Qantas customers had their data leaked online, the federal government has warned the airline could face serious penalties.
Oct 12, 2025
Ex-umpire accused of using Brownlow info to place bets
A former umpire has been accused of passing on insider information about players who would get votes at the 2021 AFL Brownlow Medal and placing bets on it.
Sep 11, 2025
'Illusionist' businessman guilty of defrauding millions
A businessman, who defrauded would-be investors of more than $34 million, is behind bars awaiting sentencing after being found guilty of scores of charges.
Sep 05, 2025
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