Phone number (02) 7247 2442 is allocated as a local service in New South Wales, routed through Symbio Networks Pty Ltd. Community members have submitted 8 reports about (02) 7247 2442, with 63% describing it as scam activity. Reporting has slowed - the last entry was logged about 3 months ago. The most commonly mentioned tactic is info request, appearing in roughly 50% of reports.
Quick Assessment
Should I answer?
Unsafe
Most reports for (02) 7247 2442 describe scam behaviour.
Should I call back?
Do not call back
Only call (02) 7247 2442 back if you can verify the caller independently.
What to do next?
Block and report
Report (02) 7247 2442 to Scamwatch if the caller asked for money, pretended to be an organisation, or made threats.
Most Helpful Reports About (02) 7247 2442
Jacob from PrizePop, asking about free entries but wants credit card info, called back December, two more calls January 5th, rude call January 7th claiming they're not a scam
Dodgy bloke saying i got 6 free entries to prizeepop, wanted my card number, had my details too
Overview
How People Described (02) 7247 2442
63% of reports describe this number as scam. Common themes in the reports include bloke, dodgy.
How the Contact Happened
Was the Contact Expected?
Assessment based on 8 reports.
Reported Behaviour for (02) 7247 2442
Tactics People Mentioned
These are the tactics community members identified when reporting interactions with (02) 7247 2442.
How Interactions Played Out
Of the people who reported contact from (02) 7247 2442, here is how far the interaction went.
Tactics That Show Up Together
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Reporting Timeline
Reports Over Time
How Other Readers Rated the Reports
Common Themes
How Much Detail Did People Share?
Most reports include useful detail, and 75% include detailed descriptions.
Number Details
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What People Reported About (02) 7247 2442
These reports were submitted by community members.
Jacob from PrizePop, asking about free entries but wants credit card info, called back December, two more calls January 5th, rude call January 7th claiming they're not a scam
Dodgy bloke saying i got 6 free entries to prizeepop, wanted my card number, had my details too
Bloke with heavy accent, claimed I asked for callback, had my first name, never gave that info
Bloke calling himself Oliver trying to get my husband to sign up for a VIP membership with promises of Christmas prizes
Dodgy call claiming I won a $50 Uber ride, wanted me to go to sketchy website to register
Five calls in a row, didn't answer, called back and Indian bloke answered dodgy like
called and didn't leave a message
Best to just block this number
Frequently Asked Questions
How does (02) 7247 2442 try to manipulate people?
People most often mention these tactics: Info request (50%), Too good to be true (50%), Impersonation (33%), Callback lure (33%), Other (17%). That's based on 6 reports with useful detail.
Has (02) 7247 2442 been active recently?
Looking at the timeline, this number has been getting more reports over time. 0 reports came in over the past month.
How much confidence should I put in these reports?
Based on 8 community reports. People describe different experiences, so the overall picture is mixed. About 75% include detailed descriptions, which helps.
Could (02) 7247 2442 be a scam?
Based on 8 community reports, 63% classify this number as scam.
Does (02) 7247 2442 call, text, or both?
Most people got a phone call (75%), though some reported other methods: phone call (75%), missed call (25%).
What are the main complaints about (02) 7247 2442?
The main descriptions people gave: Scam (5), Nuisance (2), Suspicious (1). People repeatedly mention bloke, dodgy in their reports.
Is (02) 7247 2442 contacting people out of the blue?
The calls came as a surprise to 100% of people. 0% knew who was calling.
How long have people been reporting (02) 7247 2442?
The reporting history covers 6 weeks, from November 2025 - January 2026.