June 16, 2023
South Burnett Regional Council has warned residents to be alert to scam phone callers claiming to be from Council.
A spokesperson said residents should be vigilant and report any telephone call from a person posing as South Burnett Regional Council.
“The person or persons have nothing to do with Council. Council does not survey people asking for personal information,” the spokesperson said.
“If anyone receives one of these scam calls, please ignore or hang up immediately and block the caller.”
Residents can report suspected scams online to the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission’s Scamwatch website
“Council is concerned that elderly and vulnerable residents are prey to scammers whose eventual aim is to steal people’s identities and money,” the spokesman said.
“Residents who believe they, or a family member, have been contacted by this scammer are urged to contact Council on (07) 4189-9100.”
