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Scams on the rise

03 Sep 2021
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Scam phone calls to public library users

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Masterton Public Library reports scam

While it is believed this is located in the Wairarapa, Masteton Library Manager, Tiffany Daubitz, contacted Netsafe to report the scam.

"Some of our customers have been receiving calls from the International Library Service about owing hundreds of dollars to the library and asking them to pay over the phone," said Tiffany. "100% this is a scam and we've told patrons to ignore calls of this nature" 

The Library is posting to their social media accounts to make their customers aware that this is a scam. And all public Library Managers have been alerted and are on the lookout for scammers.

So don't be fooled by anyone claiming they are from your local library and are trying to get money or personal information from you. Call your local library and report any suspicious incidents to Netsafe.

Learn more about avoiding scams

Ako atu mo te karo i nga mahi tinihanga

Increase in online harm incidents, says NETSAFE.

Te piki ake o nga maiki kino ipurangi

Netsafe is seeing an influx of online harm incidents during Lockdown. As the community stays connected with the internet, more people are exposed to risks and challenges.

Last year during New Zealand’s March – April 2020 Alert Level 4 Lockdown, we saw scam reports increase by 74 per cent. You can find tips on how to protect yourselves and your loved ones at netsafe.org.nz.

Netsafe is seeing an influx of online harm incidents during Lockdown. As the community stays connected with the internet, more people are exposed to risks and challenges.

Last year during New Zealand’s March – April 2020 Alert Level 4 Lockdown, we saw scam reports increase by 74 per cent. You can find tips on how to protect yourselves and your loved ones at netsafe.org.nz.

Learn more about keeping safe online with Netsafe

In New Zealand Sign Language, explore the support available through the Netsafe Helpline for New Zealanders experiencing online harm.

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