The Australian Federal Police may work closely with the Taxation Office and the Department of Human Services and other agencies such as Work Cover to discover and prosecute fraudulent activity.
Commonwealth prosecutions of tax fraud are common and there is a focus on prosecuting GST frauds.
Avoidance of excise duties on alcohol and tobacco products imported are also often prosecuted.
Social security prosecutions for fraud are common and of significant focus.
Overpayment, failure to disclose relevant information and fraudulent receipt of government benefits are actively prosecuted.
False statements for benefits, failing to declare income or being employed while receiving a benefit may attract prosecution.