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More than 50 fall victim to seasonal work scam

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By Gagau Faavesi Sitaiai 25 November 2025, 8:30PM

More than 50 frustrated and disappointed people gathered at Malaefatu on Tuesday waiting for a couple who had promised seasonal work opportunities in Australia, only to realise that they had fallen victim to an elaborate scam.

By Gagau Faavesi Sitaiai 25 November 2025, 8:30PM

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