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Generous Australians urged to be vigilant against bushfire-related scams

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Authorities are warning Australians to be alert when donating to bushfire relief funds after reports of scammers posing as well-known charities and victims. The government’s consumer agency has received 47 reports of bushfire related scams since September.

Updated 07/01/2020

By Maani Truu

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