Minister's announcement: New social media age restriction opens door to scams

Last updated: 10 December 2025

Commerce Minister Dr Tony Buti has released the following media statement: New social media age restriction opens door to scams | Western Australian Government

Key points: 

  • Families and young people likely target for social media age restriction scams
  • Scammers may pretend to be platforms, age-check services or the Government

Scams can be reported through the WA ScamNet website: www.scamnet.wa.gov.au