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Travelling con men

There are itinerant tradesmen who travel the country doing shoddy work and ripping off consumers. These traders are known for door-knocking households and offering supposedly bargain prices to pave driveways, paint roofs, replace fences - anything that will be a quick cash job at a bargain price.

You can't tell if a tradesperson is dodgy just by how they look, but there are things you can look out for. Be suspicious of people who:


If a suspicious looking tradesperson knocks on your door, report them to a National Hotline 1300 133 408 or complete the online form below, with as many details as you have.

Report travelling con men now!

If you have any problems using the online form, please call 131 882.


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