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I'm in Sydney, I saw a listing on Weibo, the landlord asked me to pay the rent first before giving me priority to book, I made a deposit and the landlord disappeared, and the house was also fake. What should I do?

1. Gather Evidence
Collect all evidence related to the scam, including screenshots of the rental listing, communications with the landlord (if any), payment receipts, and any other relevant documentation.

2. Report the Scam
- Local Authorities: Report the scam to the local police in Sydney. They may be able to investigate the matter and take appropriate action.
- Online Platforms: If the rental listing was on Weibo or any other online platform, report it as fraudulent to the platform administrators. They may take steps to remove the scam listing and prevent similar scams in the future.

3. Contact Your Bank or Payment Provider
If you made any payments, particularly online transactions, contact your bank or payment provider immediately. Explain the situation and inquire if there's any possibility of reversing the transaction or disputing the payment.

4. Seek Legal Assistance
Consider consulting with a lawyer who specializes in rental scams or consumer protection law. They can advise you on your legal rights and options for recourse. They may also be able to assist you in pursuing legal action against the scammer.

5. Warn Others
Share your experience with others to raise awareness and prevent others from falling victim to similar scams. You can post about it on social media, forums, or community groups.

6. Be Cautious in the Future
Exercise caution when dealing with online rental listings. Always verify the legitimacy of the listing and the landlord before making any payments. Be wary of any requests for upfront payments or unusual payment methods.

7. Stay Vigilant
Keep an eye out for any signs of identity theft or further attempts at scamming you. Monitor your bank accounts and credit report regularly for any suspicious activity.

8. Seek Support
If you're feeling overwhelmed or distressed by the situation, consider seeking support from friends, family, or professional counselors.

Summary
1. Gather evidence of the scam.
2. Report the scam to local authorities and online platforms.
3. Contact your bank to inquire about reversing payments.
4. Seek legal assistance if necessary.
5. Warn others to raise awareness.
6. Be cautious in future rental transactions.
7. Stay vigilant against further scams.
8. Seek support if needed.

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Date
21 August 2020
Place
Queensland
Judge
FRASER,MULLINS JJA,NORTH
Highlights
The text discusses the appellant's conviction for fraud, with a circumstance of aggravation, and 17 counts of insolvent trading. The basis of the appellant's criminal responsibility was that he was a de facto director, as at all times relevant to those counts, he acted in the position of a director by performing functions for the Kleenmaid Group including EDIS that included supervising, directing and instructing staff and employees, controlling the finances of the business and dealing and negotiating with suppliers and creditors.
Judgment
The text states that an appeal is allowed, and that all convictions are set aside. A new trial is ordered.
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