How to make sure your Christmas surprise isn't a scammer on the prowl

Not the Christmas surprise she was hoping for...

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Experts warn there's a higher chance of getting scammed during the end of year sale season.

According to Michael McNamara of Australia Post, one in five Australians will fall victim to a scam during the sales periods of Black Friday and the Christmas shopping rush.

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