Scammers are becoming increasingly sophisticated, so it’s important to know how to recognise and protect yourself from tax-related scams.

This informative session will provide the latest scam alerts from the Australian Taxation Office (ATO), with practical tips and real-life examples to help you identify suspicious emails, phone calls and text messages claiming to be from the ATO.

The session will cover:

What scams are and how scammers operate
How to spot a scam, with examples
Superannuation and tax-related scams
How to lodge an income tax return
How to protect yourself from scams
What to do if you think you’ve been scammed
Where to find reliable information and support
Questions and answers

Accessibility: The room used for this session, and toilets, are wheelchair and low mobility accessible. However, we recommend anyone with accessibility needs contact Castlemaine Community House to discuss their requirements.

Stairs: The activity includes a venue that may have steps to access some parts.

Low involves minimal walking to and within the activity and mostly flat ground. There is always an alternate option to sit somewhere.

Hearing requirements: The loudspeaker symbol indicates the venue may have higher amounts of background noise.

Contact the host of Seniors Festival 2026: ATO Scam Alert – Stay Safe from Tax Scams