Warning: coronavirus super scams

2 April 2020

We’ve heard from members they’ve received unsolicited calls from us about super or insurance. This includes offers to help members access their super early, after the Government’s recent coronavirus stimulus package announcements

GESB will never call you to ask you for personal or financial information, nor will we ask you for payment.

Please be aware, there have also been recent reports in the news of phishing scams via email or text, specifically around COVID-19 coronavirus .

Read our article on How to avoid email scams, or visit the Government’s Australian Cyber Security Centre to find out more on what to look out for.

Both the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) and Moneysmart have useful information online, specifically on learning how to spot a super scam, and where to report it.

If you’re worried, check with us

If you’re concerned you may have received a fraudulent call, email or text, please contact us directly:

  • Call us on 13 43 72 between 7.30am and 5.30pm (AWST), Monday to Friday
  • Use our Live chat service between 7.30am and 5pm (AWST), Monday to Friday

More information

Stay informed of the latest COVID-19 updates and announcements on our COVID-19: your questions answered page.

Page last updated 05 October 2023