Scams Awareness Week is a national campaign dedicated to helping Australians recognise, avoid and report scams. Each year, it brings together government, businesses, community and consumer groups, educational organisations and individuals to raise awareness and strengthen our collective defence against scammers. By working together, we can help ensure all Australians stay safe from scams.
Scams Awareness Week 2026
Scams Awareness Week 2026 runs from 24 to 28 August and is a chance for all of us to talk more openly about scams and how to stay safe.
This year’s theme, ‘No one’s just a number’, reminds us that behind every scam report is a real person – a parent, friend, neighbour or colleague – whose money, time or trust has been stolen.
Scams can happen to anyone, and being targeted by a scammer is never a reflection of a person’s intelligence or character.
Read more here https://www.scamwatch.gov.au/research-and-resources/scams-awareness-week
