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Learn about fraud

Explore what fraud is, why it’s a problem and why we need to do our best to counter it.

Use the Fraudster Personas to help you think like a fraudster, understand their methods and identify vulnerabilities in your programs.

Find fraud case studies

Read about cases of fraud that have occurred in Australia.

Access tools to guard against fraud

Assess the suitability of third party providers

Learn about the benefits of conducting a suitability assessment before engaging a third party provider.

Conduct a fraud and corruption risk assessment

Learn about fraud and corruption risk assessment and how to do one.

Controlling Fraud and Corruption Risk – Leading Practice Guide

The purpose of this guide is to help Australian Government officials better understand the factors that lead to fraud and corruption, and provide advice on a range of strategies that entities can implement to mitigate the probability of these risks as well as the harm they cause for the public sector and those who rely on us.

Discover the common fraud control types

Learn about fraud controls to help your entity prevent, detect and respond effectively to fraud.

Testing the effectiveness of fraud controls

Test and strengthen your fraud controls.

Measuring fraud and error

Learn how to measure the amount of fraud and error in a program, activity or function.

Use data to counter fraud

Learn how to share data to find and fight fraud

How to use URLs safely in public SMS communications

Learn the risks involved, the key principles to consider and the importance of consistent approach when using URLS in public SMS communication.

Better protect relief and recovery support measures

Learn why and how you should consider countering fraud when designing and rapidly releasing relief and recovery measures.

Design economic recovery measures that are more resistant to fraud

After helping Australians through emergencies and disasters, such as the Global Financial Crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic, Australian Government entities will often look to implement new measures to support economic recovery efforts.

Prevent fraud and corruption in grants administration

Grants are an important way for the Australian Government to meet its policy objectives by delivering valuable services and support to individuals, businesses, industries and communities. Learn how to prevent fraud and corruption when administering grants.