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Latest news: Fraud
Gold fraudster back in custody over $40m scheme
Sentencing for two men found guilty of ripping off the ATO has been delayed as federal police try to recover millions of dollars in illicit funds.
Nov 23, 2023
Real estate agent jailed for 'hopeless' property scheme
A realtor should have realised his investment scheme was hopeless before losses to friends and colleagues exceeded $1.1 million, a judge said when jailing him.
Nov 17, 2023
Renter-protection call after 'appalling' alleged scam
A tenants' union wants long-lasting government action after a strata manager allegedly scammed Sydney renters out of $60,000.
Nov 17, 2023
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Tax avoidance crackdown en route after PwC scandal
Legislation is set to hit parliament that would give regulators more strength to tackle dodgy tax consultants with bigger punishments after the PwC scandal.
Nov 15, 2023
Porsche-driving book-keeper 'wilfully blind' to fraud
Christopher Guillan dealt with millions defrauded from taxpayers, but his lawyer says he was tricked after falling into the orbit of a jailed conspirator.
Nov 14, 2023
Caddick's husband gives up fight for fraudster's goods
The husband of deceased fraudster Melissa Caddick will walk away with a handful of luxury goods with other items to be sold and funds returned to investors.
Nov 13, 2023
Pair to stand trial over alleged $2.2 million fraud
Two men accused of using telemarketing to lure investors into a $2.2 million fraudulent property scheme have been ordered to stand trial.
Nov 08, 2023
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Mental health spiral behind 'hare-brained' $395m fraud
Demetrios Charisiou has admitted a $395 million investment fraud involving NDIS-supported housing, claiming he was in a manic state during the offending.
Nov 08, 2023
Children's not-for-profit head stole fundraising money
A former president of Little Athletics Tasmania has been given a wholly suspended jail term for stealing more than $10,000 from the not-for-profit.
Nov 07, 2023
Palmer resort and election fraud case paused for appeal
Businessman Clive Palmer has won a bid to pause a criminal case against him in the Magistrates Court while he waits for an appeal in the Supreme Court.
Nov 06, 2023
Trump's sons tell trial they weren't aware of fraud
Former US president Donald Trump's sons have given evidence in a New York trial saying they knew nothing of alleged fraud conducted by the family business.
Nov 02, 2023
Woman accused of family violence fraud drops bail bid
Alleged conwoman and fraudster Samantha Azzopardi has withdrawn an application for bail over allegations she scammed $18,000 from abuse support services.
Nov 01, 2023
Couple's debt spirals after cousin's house, land fraud
A Melbourne couple's debt has soared after their cousin defrauded them by offering a fake $388,000 house and land package, and pocketing the money for herself.
Nov 01, 2023
Aspiring cricket promoter avoids jail over $190k fraud
A part-time DJ who dreamt of bringing international cricketers to Melbourne has avoided jail after fleecing his employer of about $190,000 to put on the event.
Oct 30, 2023
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Conwoman Caddick's victims launch fresh class action
Auditors engaged by Sydney fraudster Melissa Caddick are the targets of a class action launched by some of her victims, who are attempting to regain lost funds.
Oct 27, 2023
Australians fleeced in surge of online employment scams
Scammers are targeting Australians with bogus job offers on social media, with authorities noting a rise in fraudsters impersonating genuine organisations.
Oct 22, 2023
'Grandiose ideas' led cricket promoter to steal $190k
A former warehouse assistant has admitted stealing from his employer after he over-promised on T20 cricket tournaments he promoted as a side business.
Oct 20, 2023
Coles exec spared lengthy jail term for 'bizarre' theft
The former head of Coles' strategic initiatives division has been unable to explain why he stole almost $2 million from the supermarket giant.
Oct 17, 2023
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Fugitive Jean Nassif gives up fight for builder licence
Fugitive Jean Nassif has withdrawn his bid to work as an Australian construction industry boss months after police accused him of a $150 million fraud.
Oct 16, 2023
Fraudsters to solve the mystery of the missing millions
Two men who ripped off $42 million from the ATO have shown no remorse but have not lived lavish lives as a result of their intricate scheme, a court has heard.
Oct 05, 2023
Cruel property swindler stole $10m from retirees
A cruel and callous property swindler who stole $10 million from retirees through fake investments has been jailed for a decade.
Oct 05, 2023
Maintenance man stole almost $200k from NDIS clients
A handyman who stole almost $200,000 from National Disability Insurance Scheme clients has tried to pay back the portion of funds he kept for himself.
Oct 04, 2023
Woman charged over alleged role in card-skimming scheme
Financial Crime Squad detectives in Sydney have charged a third person as investigations into a $3.75 million international bank card-skimming scheme continue.
Sep 30, 2023
Thousands of Aussies hit in Romanian card-fraud scheme
Police have arrested two men in Sydney for their alleged involvement in a credit-card skimming syndicate that spans four continents.
Sep 28, 2023
Woman used fake degree to become teacher, court told
A woman who ordered a fake bachelor's degree was able to work as an early childhood teacher until a routine check outed her.
Sep 27, 2023
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