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One contributor reports repeated calls from 02 7248 0265 (0272480265) with changing last digits. Possible number spoofing or sequential dialling pattern.
Suspicious Calling Pattern from 02 7248 0265
One contributor has reported a concerning pattern of repeated calls from 02 7248 0265 (also written as 0272480265). What makes this report distinctive is that the caller appears to be using number spoofing or sequential dialling, with the last four digits changing between calls while the initial digits remain constant.
This type of activity suggests the caller may be cycling through similar numbers, a tactic often used to evade call blocking or to appear as though the calls are coming from different sources. The contributor described being bombarded with calls, indicating persistence rather than a single contact attempt.
What This Calling Pattern Indicates
When callers systematically vary the last digits of a phone number while keeping the prefix consistent (02 7248 in this case), it typically indicates either automated dialling software or deliberate spoofing to bypass call filters. The 02 area code places this within NSW, and the provider is listed as Symbio Networks Pty Ltd, a local service operator.
The rapid succession of calls from 0272480265 and related numbers suggests this may not be a legitimate business making standard contact attempts. Legitimate service providers and customer contact teams typically do not bombard recipients with repeated calls using systematically varied numbers.
What to Do If You Receive Calls from 02 7248 0265
If 02 7248 0265 or similar numbers with changing last digits call you:
- Do not: Answer calls from unknown numbers, especially if they follow a pattern of repeated attempts
- Do not: Return calls to any of these numbers or engage with the caller
- Do not: Provide any personal, financial, or identification information
- Do: Let calls go to voicemail
- Do: Block the primary number (02 7248 0265) in your phone settings
- Do: If calls persist from systematically changing numbers, contact your phone provider about advanced call filtering options
- Do: Report the number and pattern to ACMA if calls continue after blocking
How to Report 02 7248 0265
If you experience similar calls from 02 7248 0265 or related numbers with this pattern:
- Report to the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) at acma.gov.au
- Contact your phone service provider to report the spoofing or sequential dialling pattern
- Lodge a report on Reverseau to help other contributors identify this activity
- If the calls contain any scam or threatening content, also report to Scamwatch at scamwatch.gov.au
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
What does it mean if the last digits of 02 7248 0265 keep changing?
Changing last digits combined with a constant prefix (02 7248) typically indicates number spoofing or automated sequential dialling. The caller is likely trying to evade call filters or make it appear as though multiple sources are calling. One contributor reported this exact pattern with 0272480265, describing being bombarded with calls where only the final digits varied.
Is 02 7248 0265 a real phone number?
0272480265 is allocated to Symbio Networks Pty Ltd as a local service in NSW. However, scammers and spammers frequently use legitimate carrier allocations to spoof numbers. The fact that the last digits are changing suggests the caller may be spoofing or manipulating the number display, making the displayed number unreliable.
What should I do if I keep getting calls with slightly different numbers starting with 02 7248?
Block the primary number 02 7248 0265 immediately. Contact your phone provider and ask about advanced call filtering for numbers matching the 02 7248 pattern. Do not answer or engage with these calls. If the pattern persists, report it to ACMA at acma.gov.au, as this type of sequential dialling may violate telecommunications regulations.
Can I block a pattern of numbers rather than individual numbers?
Most standard phone blocking features block individual numbers, though some advanced phone plans or third-party apps allow wildcard blocking. Contact your phone provider (in this case, providers handling 02 7248 0265 calls) to ask about pattern-based filtering. Alternatively, apps like TrueCaller or your phone's native call filtering may recognise spoofing patterns automatically.
Should I report 0272480265 to ACMA or Scamwatch?
Report the number and the spoofing/sequential dialling pattern to ACMA at acma.gov.au. If the calls include scam claims, threats, or requests for money or personal information, also report to Scamwatch at scamwatch.gov.au. The contributor who reported 02 7248 0265 described being bombarded, which ACMA investigates under telecommunications regulations.
Is this type of calling activity illegal in Australia?
Number spoofing and automated sequential dialling may violate Australian telecommunications laws. The ACMA regulates this activity. While not every changed number is illegal, deliberately varying numbers to evade call filtering or bombard a recipient is prohibited. Report instances of 02 7248 0265 or 0272480265 with this pattern to ACMA so they can investigate.