6 Tai Chi and community activities malware scam What’s happening - Scammers are advertising ‘free’ classes and creating fake groups on social media platforms and search engines. We’ve seen these for a range of activities including Tai Chi, dancing, walking, or hiking. Once you join the online group, you will receive a call or message from the group administrator. You’ll be told to download an app from a website to view and register for the free classes. The website may have a button or link to click to ‘Download’ the app from an app store but once you click, it will immediately begin downloading the malware directly to your device. The malware can access and steal your money. Who’s at risk • Web and social media users • People interested in free or new activities What this might look like - This is an example of an online community group set up by scammers: Warning signs to look out for • Offers for free classes, activities, and events that require you to click on links, download attachments or install software. • Calls or messages from “group administrators”. • Class locations and times not freely available. • Being asked to download an app from a third-party website. If you’ve been affected • Contact your bank or card provider immediately and continue to monitor your accounts. • Report the scam to the platform (e.g. Facebook or Google) where the scam is happening. • Remove yourself from the fake online community group and block contact with the scammer. • If you think your accounts have been compromised, change your passwords immediately. • If you’ve been scammed or have provided personal information, call IDCARE on 1800 595 160. • Help others by reporting to Scamwatch.gov.au. Horoscopes April 2026 ARIES - April begins with you in the spotlight and feeling motivated, but mid-month invites a reset around finances and priorities. Social invitations and teamwork grow late month, and you’ll finish April feeling energised, organised and quietly proud of your progress. TAURUS - A reflective start gives way to a personal refresh as the New Moon lands in your sign mid-April. Confidence builds, plans gain traction and you’re ready to step forward again. Late April feels lighter, brighter and more aligned with what you truly want. GEMINI - April hums with social energy and fresh ideas, though early month may feel busier than expected. Mid-April brings a welcome pause to recharge. By month’s end you’re reconnecting, making plans and enjoying a sense of movement and possibility again. CANCER - Friendships and group connections feature strongly this month, especially early April. Mid-month sparks new goals or community involvement. Late April highlights career visibility or recognition, and you’ll feel supported, appreciated and more optimistic about direction. LEO - April shines a light on ambitions and long-term plans, with early momentum around career or leadership. Midmonth invites a course correction or new opportunity. By late April horizons expand — travel, learning or inspiration lifts your mood and motivation. VIRGO - A curious, forward-looking mood colours April, with early month encouraging new perspectives. Mid-April resets routines or health habits. Late month steadies finances or shared commitments, leaving you feeling more secure, capable and quietly satisfied with progress. LIBRA - April opens with relationship themes highlighted, bringing clarity or decisions early month. Mid-April shifts focus to shared resources or deeper bonds. Late April restores balance and harmony, and connections feel smoother, warmer and more supportive again. SCORPIO - Daily routines and wellbeing take focus early April, helping you regain rhythm. Mid-month sparks fresh energy in partnerships or collaborations. Late April brings improved flow in work or health matters, leaving you more organised and quietly in control. SAGITTARIUS - Playful, creative energy runs through early April, boosting confidence and joy. Mid-month invites practical tweaks to schedules or habits. By late April work feels smoother and leisure returns, helping you rediscover your spark and spontaneous enthusiasm. CAPRICORN - Home, family or personal foundations feature early April, bringing reflection or small changes. Mid-month reignites fun, romance or creativity. Late April stabilises routines and productivity, leaving you feeling settled, capable and comfortably back on track. AQUARIUS - Communication and local connections buzz early April, with news or conversations flowing. Mid-month resets home or personal priorities. Late April smooths relationships and brings lightness back socially, helping you feel more connected and understood again. PISCES - Finances or values take focus early April, bringing awareness or adjustments. Mid-month sparks new ideas, learning or conversations. By late April confidence grows and plans feel clearer, leaving you optimistic, steady and quietly reassured about what’s ahead.
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