Kimberley backpackers warned not to fall for money laundering schemes
Authorities in Western Australia's Kimberley region warn backpackers and international students against money laundering schemes targeting transient travelers. Criminals recruit victims through hostel notices and exploit bank accounts long after departures. Australia shut down 13,000 accounts during 2023-24 as organized syndicates move illicit cash offshore through multiple transactions. Involvement risks visa cancellation and deportation.
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Published 17 Jul 2026, 00:17 UTC · Updated 17 Jul 2026, 06:40 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: The West Australian. Editorial policy · Corrections
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