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One scam report for 02 8106 5178 (0281065178). A contributor identified an Indian call centre operation attempting fraud via this NSW number.
Scam Report for 02 8106 5178
A single contributor has reported 02 8106 5178 (also written as 0281065178) as a scam call originating from an Indian call centre operation. The report indicates this is a bounced or relayed call - meaning the actual scammer is operating remotely and using Australian phone infrastructure to mask their location and increase the likelihood of answers.
This NSW-based number, allocated to Symbio Networks Pty Ltd, appears to have been compromised or spoofed as part of a larger call centre fraud operation. The contributor's identification of the call as originating from an Indian scammer call centre suggests this number may be used to target multiple victims with similar fraud schemes.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 02 8106 5178
If 0281065178 calls you, follow these steps:
- Do not: Answer if the number is unknown, return the call, or provide any personal or financial information
- Do: Let the call go to voicemail, hang up immediately if you do answer, and block the number in your phone settings
- Do: If they claim to represent a bank, government agency, or service provider, hang up and call the official organisation directly using a number from their official website or your statement
- Do: Report the call to the ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority) and Scamwatch to help protect other Australians
Reporting This Number
If you receive a call from 02 8106 5178, report it through these Australian government resources:
- Scamwatch: scamwatch.gov.au - report the scam with details of what the caller claimed
- ACMA: acma.gov.au - report unwanted calls and provide information about the fraud attempt
- Reverseau: Help other Australians by contributing your experience with 0281065178 on this page
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that 02 8106 5178 is a 'bounced' scam call?
A bounced call means the scammer is routing their call through an Australian number (02 8106 5178) to hide their true location and make you more likely to answer. The actual fraudster is operating from overseas, in this case from an Indian call centre, but using this NSW number to appear local.
Is the actual provider Symbio Networks responsible for this scam?
No. The number 0281065178 is allocated to Symbio Networks, but the provider is not responsible for scammers misusing it. Scammers spoof or compromise phone numbers to disguise their identity. Report the fraud to ACMA and Scamwatch rather than the provider.
Should I answer if 02 8106 5178 calls me again?
No. Do not answer calls from 0281065178. Since the contributor identified this as a scam operation, answering confirms your number is active and may result in more calls. Let it go to voicemail and block the number immediately.
What type of scam is likely coming from 02 8106 5178?
The report does not specify the exact scam type. Indian call centre operations commonly run tech support scams, bank impersonation, tax office impersonation, or investment schemes. Never assume what they claim - hang up and verify independently if you're unsure.
How can I verify if a caller really represents a bank or government agency?
Always hang up on unexpected calls claiming to be from banks or government agencies, then call the official organisation directly using a number from their website or your bank statement. Never use a number provided by the caller. This applies to all suspicious calls, including from 0281065178.
Should I report this to my phone provider as well as ACMA?
ACMA is the primary authority for reporting unwanted and scam calls in Australia. You can also report to your phone provider, but ACMA's report is most important for national tracking of numbers like 02 8106 5178. Include as many details as possible about the call in your Scamwatch report.