The Narooma person said they were contacted by telephone by a person claiming to be from the NBN.

They were told if they didn’t act on the call by pressing one on the keypad, their telephone would be cut off within the next 24 hours.

The person immediately hung-up on the caller and contacted the telecommunication ombudsman and was told to report the matter ScamWatch.

Although the people were unable to contact ScamWatch via telephone at the time, they logged a call online.

The ACCC is warning the community that scammers are pretending to be from NBN to con victims out of their money and personal information.

Scamwatch has received 316 complaints this year about scammers impersonating NBN with nearly $28,000 reported lost.

People can protect themselves by following some tips:

If you’re ever in doubt about contact you’ve had from someone saying they’re from NBN trying to sell you an internet or phone service, hang up the phone and call your retail service provider to check if the person calling is a fraud.

You can only connect to the NBN network by purchasing a plan through a phone and internet service provider. Go to NBN’s website to check if your home or business address is able to connect to the NBN network and see which phone and internet providers are available in your area.

Never give your personal, credit card or online account details over the phone unless you made the call and the phone number came from a trusted source.

Never give an unsolicited caller remote access to your computer.

If you think you have provided bank account or credit card details to a scammer, contact your bank or financial institution immediately.