Beware of Counterfeit $50 notes

Northern Inland wishes to advise that police from Gunnedah are investigating reports of the use of counterfeit fifty dollar notes in local businesses.

The notes are easily identifiable with chinese characters where the serial number should be.

Business owners are urged to ensure they check notes before acceptance, and report all counterfeit currency to their local Police.

Persons in possession of counterfeit money face a term of imprisonment for up to ten years.