This copy is for your personal, non-commercial use only. Distribution and use of this material are governed by our Subscriber Agreement and by copyright law. For non-personal use or to order multiple copies, please contact The Epoch Times Reprints.

The Epoch Times
The Epoch Times
AD
The Epoch Times
Australia News

Renter-Protection Call After ‘Appalling’ Alleged Scam

Google LogoMark Us Preferred on Google
Renter-Protection Call After ‘Appalling’ Alleged Scam
A ‘For Rent’ and a ‘For Sale’ sign is seen in Canberra, Australia on Feb. 27, 2023. AAP Image/Lukas Coch
AAP
AAP
11/17/2023|Updated: 11/17/2023
0:00

An advocate has called for a public register to protect desperate renters after more than a dozen prospective tenants were allegedly scammed out of more than $60,000 (US$39,000).

The alleged fraud involved numerous properties across Sydney advertised on social media platforms since February 2022.

Google LogoMark Us Preferred on Google
AAP
AAP
Author
Australian Associated Press is an Australian news agency.
Author’s Selected Articles
Albanese Says Tax Reforms Needed to Counter Rise of ‘Grievance-Based’ Politics
Jun 05, 2026
Albanese Says Tax Reforms Needed to Counter Rise of ‘Grievance-Based’ Politics
One Nation Moves to Clarify Housing Plan, Foreign Buyers Given 2 Years to Sell
Jun 05, 2026
One Nation Moves to Clarify Housing Plan, Foreign Buyers Given 2 Years to Sell
Uncle Denounces ISIS as ‘Evil’ in Accused Bride’s Bail Bid
Jun 05, 2026
Uncle Denounces ISIS as ‘Evil’ in Accused Bride’s Bail Bid
Accused ISIS Bride’s Father Repeatedly Raped Teen Slave, Police Say
Jun 04, 2026
Accused ISIS Bride’s Father Repeatedly Raped Teen Slave, Police Say
Related Topics
renter's rights
Australia real estate
Real Estate Scam
AD
Add to My List
Save
The Epoch Times
Copyright © 2000 - 2026 The Epoch Times Association Inc. All Rights Reserved.