"Very Rare" (we wish!)

To be honest, I'm not sure if these two spams are sent by the same scammer, or two scammers with a very similar modus operandi. The common factors are as follows.

• Money mule scam, targeting Australians.
• Phrase "very rare" used to describe the opportunity.
  
• Gmail contact addresses.
• Requirement to be 18+ and check email 3-4 times a day.
  

I have five of these spams in the account from which the following samples are quoted. The earliest is dated around 20th July, but the others are 30th July and later.

---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: [random name] <[random address]>
Date: 30-Jul-2007 18:32
Subject: Rare Job Opportunity! 1200-1400 AUD a Week! Easy.
To: [redacted]

Hello! Please take a look at this great "Easy to Start" position. And start Making Money!

You have an opportunity to make 1200-1400 AUD a Week spending only 1-2 hours a day, Monday-Thursday.

This position can be considered as an additional job or just as an extra income. Position called "Transaction Handling Agent".

Who Can Apply?

1. Not only Students, but even professional company Directors can express themselves as a "Transaction Handling Agent".
2. If you have access to internet and able to check e-mail 3-4 times a day - you can start right away.
3. Age: 18+ years old.
4. You have to be located in Australia and Australia Only please.
5. Responsibility and enthusiasm is a Must!

Very rare and great opportunity, do not miss out on this offer.
For full information on how to get started - e-mail to: NTT.salesgroup@gmail.com. Good Luck!

---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: [random name] <[random address]>
Date: 31-Jul-2007 01:38
Subject: Don't Miss This Offer! Make 10% comission.
To: [redacted]

Greetings!
This is very Rare Job opportunity Offer! Please read.
Do You want to make 900-1000 AUD a week, doing 10% comission? Very easy and fun way to make money, few main facts:
1. 900-1000 AUD a week!
2. 18+ y/o ONLY, you have to be able to check your e-mail 3-4 times a day
3. 1-2 hours of free time Monday-Thursday, preferably in the morning.
4. Daily Pay Out!

Successful company, located in UK, representing Sony Products, Hitachi computer hardware has an opportunity for you. Currently seeking for Australian residents. Very great opportunity and very easy to work with. For more info please contact: hardware.inc505@gmail.com

ATTENTION : This letter not spam, and the real offer for all comers to work and requiring in work. If to you there has come our letter to the wrong address remove the letter and we promise you that the letter to you will not come any more.