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02 8014 3021 (0280143021): Community reports of automated robocalls impersonating border security with recorded messages in Chinese.
Robocall Reports for 02 8014 3021
Two contributors have reported calls from 02 8014 3021 (also written as 0280143021), both involving automated recorded messages. The most concerning report describes a call claiming to be from border security, followed by a recorded message in Chinese. This combination of impersonation and automated delivery is a common tactic used by scammers to target multiple people simultaneously.
The NSW-based number 0280143021 has been flagged for nuisance robocall activity, with contributors noting these are time-wasting automated calls rather than live conversations.
What Callers from 02 8014 3021 Claim
One contributor who answered 02 8014 3021 reported receiving a recorded message purporting to be from border security. After the initial claim of official status, the message switched to content delivered in Chinese, which is a red flag for scam operations that may be testing number validity or attempting to confuse recipients.
The second report about 0280143021 simply noted a recorded message with no live caller on the line, confirming the robocall nature of these calls from 02 8014 3021.
Call Patterns and Timing
Both reports of 02 8014 3021 occurred within a 5-hour window in late December, with one call answered in the early morning hours (06:30) and another in the middle of the night (01:03). The timing suggests either automated dialling without regard for business hours, or potentially calls originating from overseas. Contributors flagged these as time-wasting interruptions with no genuine purpose.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 02 8014 3021
If 0280143021 calls you:
- Do not: Engage with recorded messages, press any digits, or provide information in response to prompts
- Do not: Return the call or click any links sent via follow-up SMS
- Do: Hang up immediately when you recognize a recorded message
- Do: Block 02 8014 3021 on your phone to prevent future calls
- Do: Let the call go to voicemail if you don't recognise the number
- Do: Verify any official claims directly by contacting the relevant government agency using a number from their official website
Government agencies like border security do not initiate contact via automated recorded messages in foreign languages. Any legitimate government contact will offer a clear, professional communication path.
How to Report 02 8014 3021
If you receive unwanted calls from 0280143021, you can report this activity to several Australian authorities:
- ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority): Report robocalls and unwanted communications at acma.gov.au
- Scamwatch: If the call involved any scam attempt, report details at scamwatch.gov.au
- ReportCyber: For cybercrime-related calls, use cyber.gov.au
- Do Not Call Register: Add your number to the national Do Not Call Register at donotcall.gov.au to reduce telemarketing calls
- Reverseau: Report your experience with 02 8014 3021 on this site to help other Australians identify and avoid the number
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Answered recorded message claiming to be from border security, then it ranted in chinese
Got a recorded message, waste of time
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
Why would border security use a robocall in Chinese?
Legitimate government agencies like border security do not conduct official business through automated recorded messages, especially not in foreign languages. If 02 8014 3021 called you with such a message, it's impersonation. Real border security contacts you through official channels and speaks directly to you in English. Hang up and verify any claims by calling the agency directly using a number from their official website.
What should I do if I answered 0280143021?
If you answered the call from 02 8014 3021 and heard a recorded message, you haven't given away critical information by listening. Hang up immediately and block the number. Do not press any digits or respond to prompts. Monitor your accounts for any suspicious activity, and report the call to ACMA and Scamwatch to help stop these robocalls from 0280143021.
Can I report 02 8014 3021 to the phone company?
Yes. The number 0280143021 is registered with Symbio Networks. You can report unwanted calls to your own service provider, who may investigate the originating carrier. However, reporting to ACMA is more effective for robocalls like those from 02 8014 3021, as ACMA can take action against unlawful automated calling.
Is this number definitely a scam?
Two contributors have reported 02 8014 3021 as robocalls, with one describing an impersonation of border security. The combination of automated delivery and false claims of official authority indicates this is not legitimate. While not every call may result in financial loss, impersonating government agencies is illegal and indicates scam activity.
Why do robocalls come in at odd hours like 1 AM and 6 AM?
Scammers often use automated systems that dial continuously regardless of time, or calls may originate from overseas where time zones differ. The calls to 02 8014 3021 at 01:03 and 06:30 suggest the operation is not respecting Australian business hours, which is typical of overseas robocall campaigns.
What if I get a similar call claiming to be from another government agency?
Apply the same rule: hang up immediately. Legitimate government agencies like the ATO, Services Australia, or the NBN never contact you via unsolicited robocalls. Always verify by contacting the agency directly using the phone number from their official website, never one provided in the call. If you're unsure about 0280143021 or a similar number, report it to ACMA at acma.gov.au.