Banking Safely in a Digital World
Free community workshops in Mackay, Sarina and Townsville
Online and mobile banking can make it easier to manage your money, pay bills and stay on top of everyday expenses. However, changing technology and increasingly convincing scams can also leave people feeling uncertain about whether a message, phone call or online request is genuine.
Council on the Ageing Queensland is inviting older Queenslanders, family members, carers and other community members to attend a free Banking Safely in a Digital World workshop in Slade Point, Sarina or Townsville.
The friendly, practical sessions will help you feel more confident using online and mobile banking, recognising common scams and protecting your personal and financial information.
What will the workshop cover?
During the workshop, you will learn about:
- common and emerging scam tactics targeting Australians
- warning signs that something may not be genuine
- simple ways to protect your personal and banking information
- safer online and mobile banking practices
- what to do when a message, call or transaction does not feel right
- where to find trusted help and support.
You will also have an opportunity to ask questions and work through real-life examples in a supportive and welcoming environment.
You do not need to be highly experienced with technology or online banking to attend. The workshop is designed to provide clear, useful information that you can apply in everyday life.
Who can attend?
The workshops are open to community members who would like to better understand digital banking and scam safety.
They may be particularly useful for:
- older people who use or are beginning to use online banking
- anyone who has received a suspicious call, email or text message
- family members or carers who help someone manage their banking
- people who want practical ways to protect their information
- community members who want to feel more confident identifying scams.
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A free and welcoming community event
The workshops are free to attend and are hosted by Council on the Ageing Queensland, Auswide Bank and MyState Bank.
Council on the Ageing Queensland works with and for older Queenslanders, helping ensure people have access to useful information and opportunities to stay informed, connected and heard.
Places are limited, so please register for the session closest to you.
Choose Slade Point, Sarina or Townsville and reserve your free place through Humanitix.
Knowing a few warning signs and simple safety steps can make it easier to use digital banking with greater confidence. Join us in North Queensland to learn more, ask questions and help protect yourself and the people you care about.