Warning for Canterbury retailers about spate of fake banknotes
The Reserve Bank is warning Canterbury retailers to look out for fake banknotes after 50 counterfeits showed up in just two weeks.
Reserve Bank head of banking Steve Gordon said the 50 fake notes accepted by businesses in a fortnight was much higher than the usual two or three counterfeits a month.
"People need to check notes they receive over the counter using the look, feel, tilt technique," he said. Find out more here.
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Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD
The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’
If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.
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