What to watch out for as Census scammers go looking for victims

Information, including Census login details and security codes, will only ever be sent from official emails ending in @abs.gov.au.Official emails will never contain hyperlinks to websites.If Australians subscribe to updates through myGov, all communication — including a link to the online Census form — will be sent via the myGov Inbox.People who manage accommodation, including strata or building managers, may receive an email from ABS staff ending in censusfield.abs.gov.au or abs.gov.au.Emails from the Parliamentary Document Management system will end in pws.gov.au.The ABS will only send an SMS message if someone has requested Census login details or security codes The message's sender should appear on phones as CENSUS.If someone submits an inquiry form that requires a follow-up call, the ABS will send a message notifying the person to expect a call from a private number.If unsure whether a message ostensibly from Census officials is legitimate, people can contact the ABS via their official website