Fraud against and within the Department of Innovation, Industry, Science and Research
Fraud reduces the effectiveness of the Government’s policies and programs which assist Australian industry, and it is the responsibility of the Department of Innovation, Industry, Science and Research and its customers to prevent program benefits and privileges from being misused.
Reporting Fraud
What is Fraud?
The Department has defined fraud against the Commonwealth as:
"Dishonestly obtaining a benefit by deception or other means".
The definition includes both tangible and intangible benefits.
The Department is determined to ensure that when fraud occurs, it is rapidly detected, effectively investigated, prosecuted appropriately and the proceeds of the fraud recovered.
How to make a report
Reports can be made in writing, by email or telephone to the Fraud Control Officer.
To report a suspected fraud, contact the Fraud Control Officer:
Phone: (02) 6213 6376
Fax: (02) 6213 6724
Email: fraudcontrolofficer@innovation.gov.au
Postal address:
Fraud Control Officer
Department of Innovation, Industry, Science and Research
GPO Box 9839
Canberra ACT 2601
Anonymous Reports
Reports can be made anonymously. The Department accepts reports that are anonymous; however, it is often the case that such reports do not contain sufficient information to enable a proper assessment of the allegation.