Warning of ‘Big Spike’ in High-Quality Fake $50 Notes

Warning of ‘big spike’ in high-quality fake $50 notes

There was only one tiny tell revealing the counterfeit cash.

Can you spot the difference between this fake note and a real one?

Police are urging people to stay on the lookout for fake cash circulating in Queensland's east after three ...

Police warning on counterfeit notes

Police are urging Noosa businesses and residents to remain vigilant following a spike in counterfeit $50 notes detected across Queensland, with authorities warning the fake currency could circulate beyond the Mackay District. The counterfeit notes have been identified at licensed venues, retail outlets and service stations, prompting a renewed call for business owners in Noosa and across the Sunshine Coast to carefully check banknotes during tra…

Reports of counterfeit currency, Mackay

Police are reminding the public and businesses to be wary of counterfeit $50 notes circulating across the district following a recent increase in reports of counterfeit currency. The notes have been detected at licensed premises, retail stores, and service stations throughout the Mackay District. The notes can often be identified with markings such as the word “PROP” printed on them, missing security features or identical serial numbers. Three p…