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7 October 2026
Counterfeit cash is at an 8‑year high in Australia, new figures show. Here’s how to spot it
More than 40,000 fake notes – mostly $50 and $100 in cash – were detected in the past year alone. Authorities warn of a ‘concerning improvement’ in quality.
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