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02 5350 6864 (0253506864): 4 reports of silent calls, call centre spam, and charity fundraising calls from NSW local service.
Silent Calls and Spam from 02 5350 6864
Four contributors have reported calls from 02 5350 6864 (also written as 0253506864), a local service number registered in NSW. The primary pattern involves silent calls where the line connects but no one speaks, alongside unsolicited calls from call centres and charity fundraising organisations. One contributor received a silent call from 02 5350 6864 that prompted them to block the number immediately, while others experienced typical call centre activity.
The number is allocated to Symbio Networks Pty Ltd as a local NSW service, but the reported behaviour suggests it may be misused for unwanted outbound calling activity. Contributors describe the silent calls as particularly frustrating, with the line ringing through but disconnecting without any message or purpose.
What Callers from 02 5350 6864 Do
Reports about 0253506864 describe two distinct patterns. The silent call tactic involves the number connecting and then going quiet with no explanation or voicemail left behind. One contributor noted that when they answered, there was simply silence on the line. This behaviour is consistent with callback scams or testing active phone numbers for targeting.
When the line is not silent, callers from 02 5350 6864 identify themselves as representatives of fundraising or charity organisations. One contributor who called back found this to be the case, though they chose to block the number. Other reports mention general call centre activity without specific claims or sales pitches, suggesting the number may be used for outbound dialling campaigns by multiple organisations or contractors.
Report Patterns and Timing
The four reports span from July 2025 to January 2026, indicating ongoing activity from 02 5350 6864. One silent call was logged during business hours (around 9 AM), while others came in during mid-morning and early morning slots. Contributors have consistently chosen to block the number rather than engage further, suggesting the repeated or unwanted nature of contact. The mix of silent calls, charity pitches, and generic call centre activity suggests the number may be shared across different campaign operators or used for testing.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 02 5350 6864
If 02 5350 6864 calls you:
- Do not: Return the call or engage with the line if it goes silent
- Do: Let it go to voicemail, block the number immediately, and do not share personal information if they identify as a charity
- If silent: Hang up at once - do not stay on the line or press any numbers
- If they claim to be a charity: Ask for their registered charity details and verify independently via the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (acnc.gov.au) before engaging
How to Report 02 5350 6864
If you receive unwanted calls from 02 5350 6864, you can take action through official channels:
- Report the number to the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) at acma.gov.au
- Register your number with the Do Not Call Register at donotcall.gov.au to reduce unwanted marketing calls
- If the caller claimed to be a charity, verify their status via the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (acnc.gov.au) and report dishonest charities to the ACCC at scamwatch.gov.au
- Block the number in your phone settings to prevent future contact
- Contribute your experience to Reverseau to help other Australians identify this number
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What Our Users Reviewed
Just another call centre, blocked them
Showed up as potential fraud, blocked straight away
Rings and goes silent, no message
Called back and they said they're a fundraising or charity mob, I blocked them
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
Why does 02 5350 6864 call and then stay silent?
One contributor reported receiving a silent call from 02 5350 6864 where the line connected but no one spoke. This tactic is often used to confirm active phone numbers for targeting in callback scams or to test numbers before selling them to other operators. Do not return the call or engage with the line.
Is 02 5350 6864 a legitimate charity or fundraiser?
One contributor who called back 0253506864 found the caller identified as a fundraising or charity organisation, but they chose to block the number. If 02 5350 6864 calls claiming to represent a charity, verify their registration independently via acnc.gov.au before providing any information or payment.
What is Symbio Networks Pty Ltd and why is 02 5350 6864 using their number?
The number 0253506864 is allocated as a local NSW service through Symbio Networks Pty Ltd, a telecommunications provider. However, the actual outbound calls appear to be coming from call centres, charities, or campaign operators using the service. The allocation does not guarantee the caller's identity.
Should I block 02 5350 6864?
Yes. All four contributors have reported blocking this number (0253506864) after receiving calls. Whether the call was silent or from a call centre, blocking prevents further contact and is the recommended response.
What should I do if 02 5350 6864 calls about a donation?
Do not provide payment details or personal information. Ask the caller for the charity's registered name and ABN, then verify independently via acnc.gov.au. Hang up and call the charity directly using a number from their official website, not the number they called from (02 5350 6864 may not be legitimate).
How do I report unwanted calls from 0253506864?
Report 02 5350 6864 to the ACMA at acma.gov.au, register with the Do Not Call Register at donotcall.gov.au, and block the number in your phone. You can also contribute a report to Reverseau to help other Australians identify this number.