WA ScamNet reports more than 1,000 victims lost $14.8 million last year Most money lost from investment and romance scams Highest number of scam victims was online shoppers A record number of Western Australians fell victim to scams in 2021, also losing a record amount of money. In its 2021 Year in Review Scam Report, WA ScamNet at Consumer Protection reveals that 1,041 victims, an increase of 10...

When deciding how much to pay for a second-hand car, top of mind may be the number of kilometres the vehicle has already travelled. Your first step may be to check the vehicle’s odometer reading, however a recent court case has illustrated why investigating further could be a smart move. Late last year, a Ballajura motor vehicle repairer was fined $8,500 by the Perth Magistrate’s Court for...

Mr Buckle used internet videos and microwave parts to make an electrical art appliance A man was electrocuted near Katanning after touching the device Unlicensed electrical work is illegal and dangerous The tragic electric shock death of a WA man while handling a high-voltage homemade appliance is a stark reminder of the dangers of unlicensed electrical work, the State’s energy safety regulator...

Motorists in Perth and Mandurah are advised to fill up now if they need to, with petrol prices set to rise tomorrow. After today it is likely motorists will have to wait for two weeks before petrol prices are again at the bottom of the price cycle. FuelWatch reports that, from 6am tomorrow (Wednesday 12 January 2022), the average price of regular unleaded petrol (ULP) will increase by 30 cents...