02 6168 1835 - 0261681835: Impersonation and Robocall Reports

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02 6168 1835 (0261681835): Community reports of impersonation calls claiming to be health department and telco, including robocall voicemail in Mandarin.

Impersonation Reports for 02 6168 1835

Four contributors have flagged 02 6168 1835 (also written as 0261681835) for suspicious calling activity, with two reports specifically identifying impersonation tactics. The most distinctive report involves a voicemail from someone claiming to represent the health department, followed by the same message repeated in Mandarin - a pattern consistent with automated robocall campaigns targeting multiple language groups. A separate call from 0261681835 involved impersonation of a telecommunications company, with the caller claiming to report unusual internet activity on the recipient's account.

The number is allocated to a local service provider in NSW (Symbio Networks Pty Ltd), but contributors from multiple states including Victoria have received unwanted contact from 02 6168 1835.

What Callers from 02 6168 1835 Claim

One contributor who answered a call from 02 6168 1835 reported the caller claimed to be from a telecommunications company reporting suspicious activity on the recipient's internet connection. The caller provided no legitimate verification method and the contributor immediately assessed the call as dodgy.

The robocall voicemail from 0261681835 presented itself as originating from the health department, before repeating the same message in Mandarin. This dual-language approach suggests the caller is using automated systems to reach a broader audience, rather than making individualised contact.

Call Patterns and Timing

The four reports span early to late July 2026. Two reports involve missed calls where the caller left no voicemail message - a common behaviour in robocall campaigns that test whether numbers are active before escalating contact attempts. One contributor received a voicemail; the other successfully answered and heard the impersonation claim directly.

Contributors from different states have been contacted, suggesting the calling campaign is not geographically targeted despite the NSW allocation of 02 6168 1835.

What to Do If You Receive a Call from 02 6168 1835

If 02 6168 1835 calls you:

• Do not: Engage with claims about account problems, internet issues, or health matters. Do not confirm your identity, address, or other personal details. Do not agree to any action the caller requests.
• Do: Hang up immediately if the caller cannot provide independent verification. Contact the organisation they claim to represent (health department, telco) directly using a phone number you find yourself, never using a number provided by the caller. Block 0261681835 on your phone to prevent future contact.
• If it's a robocall: Do not press any keys or respond to prompts. Hang up and block the number.

What to Do If You Receive a Voicemail from 02 6168 1835

If you receive a voicemail from 02 6168 1835:

• Do not: Call the number back, click any links mentioned, or follow any instructions provided in the message.
• Do: Delete the voicemail and block 0261681835. If the message claims to be from a government agency or service provider, contact that organisation directly using contact details from their official website to verify whether they attempted to reach you.

How to Report 02 6168 1835

You can report calls from 02 6168 1835 (0261681835) to Australian authorities:

• ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority): Report the call at acma.gov.au. Include the date, time, and what the caller claimed.
• Scamwatch: If you believe the call was a scam, report it at scamwatch.gov.au with details of what was said.
• Do Not Call Register: Register your number at donotcall.gov.au to opt out of telemarketing calls, though this may not stop scam attempts.
• Reverseau: Contribute your own experience with 02 6168 1835 to help other Australians identify this number. Community reports help build a clearer picture of calling patterns.

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