Community Safety Intelligence Report

(02) 8070 2249

Community Risk Level: Emerging Risk

Community reports suggest an emerging reporting pattern. Classification may evolve as further data is submitted.

39 Reports

Also searched as: 02 8070 2249 · 0280702249 · +61 2 8070 2249

All formats refer to the same number record.

39 independent community reports
Confidence: High Confidence reflects reporting volume, not certainty of intent.
Last reported: 28 November 2024
  • Scam – 18
  • Spam – 10
  • Suspicious – 7
  • Uncertain – 4
Public Safety Advisory
Guidance for Call Recipients

Based on community reports, this number has been associated with unsolicited or potentially harmful calls. Exercise caution and do not share sensitive information unless you can independently verify the caller.

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Reported Interaction Types
Scam Suspicious Spam Uncertain
Number Metadata
Local service Sydney, NSW 1001

This page summarises community-reported safety information associated with this number and is intended for public awareness and harm prevention.

Community Risk Assessment

Emerging Risk
Based on 39 community-submitted reports Analytical Confidence: High
Scam
46%
Spam
26%
Suspicious
18%
Uncertain
10%

Evidence Status

Community Reporting Summary

39 independent community reports have been recorded for this number.

Reported classifications are distributed across multiple classification types, including classifications such as scam, spam, suspicious, and uncertain, indicating no dominant behavioural pattern at this time.

Number Metadata

Observed Interaction Types

Scam
18 community reports
Spam
10 community reports
Suspicious
7 community reports
Uncertain
4 community reports

Safety Context

Community reports describe patterns reporting users considered potentially harmful. Avoid sharing personal information or verification codes unless you independently confirm the caller's identity.

About This Record

This page forms part of the Reverseau public safety intelligence database, which aggregates community-reported telecommunications safety information across Australia.

Records update automatically as new reports are submitted. Records may exist prior to receiving community reports in order to support proactive telecommunications safety monitoring and future reporting.

Reverseau maintains this database as a continuously updated public safety dataset designed to support telecommunications risk awareness across Australia. Reverseau does not determine liability, intent, or identity. Records reflect aggregated community-submitted signals only.

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Community Reporting Overview
39 total reports · Classification distribution:
Scam (18) · Spam (10) · Suspicious (7) · Uncertain (4)
Pattern Status: Mixed reporting pattern observed (no dominant classification)
Reporting timeframe: May 2021 – November 2024

Pattern status reflects statistical distribution of community reports and does not indicate verified activity.

Reporting volume provides stronger trend indication.

The following reports are user-submitted and not independently verified. Consider them alongside the aggregated signals above.

A
Anonymous
Scam

This is a scam caller, pretends to be a recoveries for Telstra Account.. When you call back it then asks you to phone back a 1800 number, this number sounds like a Telstra message, but when it’s answered they ask you for all your details account numbers and dob without first sending you a security text number.: when questioned about this they said I had to give them my info first, which is absolutely not true. Don’t fall for this!

G
Gerard
Suspicious

I WISH I had checked here before calling them back and being sent a one time code to find out what it was about.

Said my account is overdue but not true. I’ve always been in credit and while they were “transferring me to billing” I jumped onto reveresau and saw all these reviews. Uggghgh. Don’t know if I’ve been compromised or not but definitely Not Happy.

H
Horacek
Scam

The caller claimed to be from Telstra and mentioned they had an important message for me. They knew my name and asked me to press '1' for more information. The entire interaction had a suspicious feel to it, so I opted not to engage.

H
Henney
Scam

I contacted Telstra customer service regarding this call and was informed that it is a scam call.

M
Martella
Scam

After contacting Telstra to verify this number, I can confirm that this is a SCAM. Please be cautious and do not engage.

J
Jang
Spam

I have received multiple spam calls from this number about Telstra services. My account is perfectly fine, and it’s clear this is a scam. I recommend blocking this number to avoid further calls.

K
Kimble
Scam

I have received several calls from this number. During the calls, an automated voice claims to be from Telstra. After checking reports on this site, I noticed many users believe this could be a tactic to recover overdue payments, but I am current with all my payments. Therefore, I do not trust this number at all.

M
Markovic
Scam

I have received multiple calls from this number, sometimes several times a day. After searching the number online, I found numerous complaints about it. I’m relieved that I didn’t answer it.

B
Bales
Spam

"Specialised Recoveries" - these are parasites and phone spammers that collect debts for Telstra. NEVER answer their calls and reject all calls from this number immediately. Add to your "blocked" numbers function in your mobile.

A
Anonymous
Uncertain

Thank you! I can confirm this worked. I pressed 5 to inform them I was not the person to talk to and the harassing calls have now stopped from this number. Well done!

H
Hersch
Uncertain

OK, everybody here needs to RELAX a little bit.

This is actually Telstra calling you regarding an outstanding bill.

They are calling the nominated contact person on the account.

In my case, I no longer worked for the company Telstra were calling about, but Telstra still had my contact details in that account.

THE CALL IS AUTOMATED AND WILL CONTINUE TO CALL YOU RELENTLESSLY UNTIL YOU ACCEPT THE CALL, PRESS 1 TO CONTINUE AND THEN PRESS 5 TO ADVISE TELSTRA THAT YOU ARE NO LONGER THE CONTACT PERSON FOR THE ACCOUNT. YOU DON'T HAVE TO GIVE THEM ANY PERSON INFORMATION.

THIS IS THE ONLY WAY YOU CAN MAKE THEM STOP CALLING YOU.

I
Ingham
Spam

I received a call from (02) 8070 2249 claiming that I have an overdue account with Telstra. They had my name and birth year, and I have reported this call to Telstra. I'm not optimistic about them resolving this issue.

D
Denison
Spam

I have received multiple calls from this number today and at the same time last month. The calls seem to be automated, and I've never answered because the voicemail is robotic. I have blocked the number due to its suspicious nature.

F
Forest
Scam

This number called me five times today claiming to be from Telstra. When I returned the call with my number blocked, an automated message answered, saying, “Hi, thanks for calling Specialized Recoveries. Please enter your phone number and postcode and I will retrieve your account.” This is definitely a scam, and I have since blocked the number.

G
Geddis
Scam

I've been inundated with calls from this number, receiving dozens each week. I've blocked it for my peace of mind. During one call, they prompted me to press 1 to verify my identity, but I refused to do so. It's important to note that no legitimate recovery service has the right to use automated messages to ask for personal information. This is definitely a massive scam, and I appreciate this platform which helps me verify suspicious numbers.

T
Towns
Spam

I received a call claiming to be from Telstra, instructing me to press 1. It is clearly a fraudulent call. I have received multiple calls from this number, which I have since blocked, as it seems to be associated with spammy behavior.

P
Pon
Scam

I received a call from someone claiming to be from Telstra. They were attempting to collect my personal information, which raised my suspicion.

H
Hales
Spam

I have received 6 missed calls from this number over the last few days. When I called back, I discovered that they are impersonating Telstra, which is concerning.

S
Swann
Scam

This number called me multiple times and eventually sent an SMS claiming to be from Telstra with an urgent message. I confirmed with Telstra that there was no message for me and that this number is a nuisance caller impersonating them.

K
Kegel
Scam

I have been receiving multiple calls daily from this number. When I finally answered, a robotic voice claimed to be from Telstra and surprisingly had my full name and date of birth. I felt uncomfortable when they continued to ask for additional personal information, so I hung up and called Telstra directly. They informed me that there was no record of anyone trying to contact me. This definitely seems like a scam.

N
Nunnery
Scam

I received two calls from this number. The first was missed, and they did not leave a voicemail. During the second call, I answered, but when they requested to confirm my date of birth, I hung up. There was no voicemail left, and the call involved asking for personal information, which is suspicious. I consider this a scam!

T
Toth
Spam

I received five calls this morning, each time a robocall from Telstra instructing me to press 1. They claimed they weren't telemarketers, but I found it to be very annoying. I have now blocked the number as it seems to be a prank.

M
Marasigan
Suspicious

This number has called me twice despite my prepaid account having no outstanding bills. When I answered, they put me on hold, and I found their behavior rude, so I hung up after a short wait.

C
Crompton
Scam

I received three missed calls from this number, all without any voicemail left. When I returned the call, an automated voice identified the company as Specialized Recoveries. A quick online search revealed that this company was deregistered in 2016, indicating this call is most likely a scam.

S
Schur
Uncertain

This harassment continues! I've had four missed calls from this number today alone. Although I didn't answer, it appears they left a voicemail this time. If it turns out to be Telstra calling, I want to clarify that my account is up to date. I advise everyone to block this number to avoid further disturbances.

G
Greenbaum
Scam

I received a call from this number, but I do not even have an account with Telstra. This is clearly a scam call.

S
Steinert
Scam

I got a call that didn't ring and left a robotic message from a company called Specialized Recoveries, urging me to call another number immediately. The vague nature of the message makes me suspect it's a scam.

D
Dinges
Uncertain

I have received multiple phone calls from this number, similar to what others have reported. I eventually spoke to them, and they sent me an updated bill. However, I'm still unsure about the legitimacy of this number.

S
Starks
Spam

I received a call from someone claiming to be from "Telstra." They accurately knew my year of birth and claimed that I had an outstanding amount of $750. Feeling suspicious, I hung up. This caller has contacted me six times already. According to the Telstra app, my account is fully up to date and there are no outstanding payments.

C
Cheong
Suspicious

The caller had knowledge of my correct birth year, which raises my concerns about the legitimacy of their call.

R
Raleigh
Scam

The caller claimed to have my birth year as 873 and asked me to provide my complete date of birth. If they were genuinely from Telstra, they would have my correct birth year. Additionally, they referred to me as "Mrs," which I have never been in relation to Telstra. This is clearly a scam call, and they have been persistently calling me for five days, at least three times a day. I want these calls to stop immediately!

D
Duan
Suspicious

This number has been persistently calling my mobile phone. I have chosen not to answer any of the calls, as I suspect it's not legitimate.

T
Tung
Scam

I received a recorded message stating it was a call from Telstra. It’s quite clear this is a scam, and I believe it should be reported to the relevant authorities known as ‘The Watchdog’.

P
Pelham
Suspicious

I have received multiple calls from this number over the past few days. The caller knew my name but did not provide any additional information. I have now blocked the number.

W
Willing
Scam

The caller claimed there was an outstanding payment due and even quoted my correct monthly amount. They then requested my credit card details to process the payment. I immediately hung up and recommend blocking this number as it is highly suspicious.

B
Bramer
Spam

I have been receiving multiple calls from this number, and each time I hang up on them. I’ve blocked them to stop the persistent calls.

L
Lorick
Spam

They start "This is not a telemarketing call, press 1 to continue" and then they hang up because they are leaving a message on my voicemail.

E
Esterly
Suspicious

Specialized recovery (whatever that means) keep calling. I finally called back to a recording. Nothing made sense to me so blocked them. ABSOLUTE NUISANCE !!

A
Arter
Suspicious

This number called and I called back. The machine gave my correct name but incorrect date of birth. Then asked me to enter my date of birth which I did not. Said they are specialised recovery services.

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