BNZ Phishing Scam: What Every Kiwi Needs to Know

Scams are hitting New Zealand harder than you might think.

According to recent stats, 6 out of every 10 Kiwis face a scam attempt at least once a month - Netsafe

Even more worrying? Over two-thirds of people don’t report them.

One of the most common scams right now is the BNZ phishing scam—and chances are, you or someone you know has seen it.

Here's how it works:

You receive a text or email saying something like:

• “Your account is at risk. Click here to secure it.”

• “BNZ: Due to failed payments, your account is on hold.”

• “Suspicious login detected. Restore access now.”

These messages include a fake link that looks like it belongs to BNZ but isn’t. If you click and enter your details, scammers can steal your bank credentials, credit card info, or even commit identity theft.

3 Quick Ways to Spot the Scam:

1. BNZ will never send login links via SMS or email.

2. BNZ never demands immediate action.

3. BNZ won’t ask for your credit card or personal details over message.

Why these scams work:

Scammers use urgency, fear, and excitement to trick people into acting without thinking. The goal? To steal your personal information fast—before you realise what’s happening.

💡 What you should do:

• Don’t click suspicious links

• Never share personal or banking info through email or SMS

• Always go directly to the official BNZ website

• Call BNZ using the number listed on their official site if in doubt

At SecureAZ, we’re committed to helping Kiwi organisations and individuals stay ahead of scams like this. Awareness is the first step—report suspicious messages and educate those around you.

Let’s make New Zealand a harder target.