Spot a scam – Thursday 23 May at 1.00pm

Australians aged 55 and over lost over $46 million to online scammers in 2018*. It serves as a reminder that the internet is a wonderful place to explore and connect with others, but it pays to be savvy.

The FREE 1-hour webinar to learn:

Common scams including the latest Tax and Medicare scamsTips on how to spot themWhat to do and what not to doWhere to go for help

The presentation is  offered by the Office of the eSafety Commissioner and is being hosted by the Burdekin Library via a web session. You don’t need to bring anything unless you want to take notes during the presentation. Although designed to help older Australians stay safer online, everyone is welcome. Bookings can be made at the Burdekin Library at 108 Graham Street or by phoning 4783 9970.

This is one in a series of webinar presentations on cyber safety to be held over the next two months.

The other sessions will be

Using data – learn how and when to use your mobile data or Wi-Fi to help you stay safer online and save money – 22 May– 1.30pm; 24 June – 10.30amSafe on Facebook – learn how to protect your privacy on Facebook and enjoy connecting with others online safely – 28 June– 10.30amOnline shopping – learn how to shop and bank safely online – 25 June – 10.30am