Scam Alert: Fake political endorsement of investment scams
Images and deepfake videos of New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, former Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and Elon Musk are used to send people to fake online news stories promoting investment scams.
Examples of fake news stories include:
• Claims that New Zealanders will receive “income” or “dividend” payments from Inland Revenue Department (IRD). The IRD has confirmed these claims are false. There is no pool of tax funds becoming available for distribution to New Zealanders.
• Claims that pension payments have been cancelled. These stories are designed to promote fear about the stability of New Zealand’s superannuation system.
• Claims that the government has significantly lowered the retirement age.
• Claims that the government or politicians are endorsing specific investment opportunities for New Zealanders.
More information can be found here.
If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.
The Summer Kiwi Quiz is back by popular demand
Grab a copy of your local Stuff newspaper between 1 Jan - 28 Jan and participate in the Summer Kiwi Quiz! Test your knowledge, answer the daily New Zealand based questions, and find out how well you know our beautiful country!
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Poll: Do you set New Year’s resolutions?
🎉 2026 is almost here!
We’re curious ... how do you welcome it?
Do you set resolutions, follow special traditions, or just go with the flow?
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10.5% Yes! New Year, New Me
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19.9% Yes - but I rarely stick to them
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69.6% Nah - not for me
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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