- Suspicious
- Scam
- Uncertain
- Legit
Community reports for 02 8252 8601 (0282528601): Mixed reports including suspected spam blocks and fundraising calls from Aspire.
Spam and Fundraising Reports for 02 8252 8601
Three contributors have reported activity from 02 8252 8601 (also written as 0282528601), a NSW local service number allocated to Primus Telecommunications. Reports indicate a mix of suspected spam blocking and legitimate fundraising outreach. One contributor identified the caller as Aspire fundraising, describing it as genuine assistance but unsolicited contact.
The pattern suggests 02 8252 8601 may be used for multiple purposes, with at least one report flagging the number as suspected spam before answering. Two contributors did not engage with the call, allowing their phones to identify and block it automatically.
What Callers from 02 8252 8601 Say
When 02 8252 8601 does reach a contributor, the caller identifies as Aspire fundraising. One contributor who answered noted the caller seemed genuine in their approach but was not interested in the fundraising proposition at the time. The call did not include aggressive tactics or pressure, but was unsolicited contact attempting to engage the recipient.
Report Patterns and Timing
Reports span from August 2025 to May 2026, suggesting ongoing activity from this number. Two of the three reports involved missed calls that contributors did not answer, with their phones identifying the number as spam before connection. One contributor answered the call in August 2025 and confirmed legitimate fundraising activity. The timing and pattern do not indicate concentrated calling campaigns, but rather sporadic outreach attempts.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 02 8252 8601
If 02 8252 8601 calls you:
- Do: Let unknown calls go to voicemail, check if a message is left, verify the caller's identity independently if interested
- Do: Use your phone's built-in spam detection to block the number if you do not wish to receive future calls
- Do not: Share personal or financial information during unsolicited calls
- Do not: Feel obligated to engage with fundraising pitches from unknown numbers
How to Report 02 8252 8601
If you receive unwanted calls from 02 8252 8601 and wish to take action:
- Report spam or unwanted telemarketing to the Do Not Call Register at donotcall.gov.au
- If you believe the call is a scam or involves fraud, report it to Scamwatch at scamwatch.gov.au
- For serious harassment or threatening behaviour, report to the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) at acma.gov.au
- Contribute your own experience to Reverseau to help other Australians identify this number
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WRITE A REVIEWRatings Distribution
What Our Users Reviewed
Rang and didn't leave a voicemail, even though I'm on the do not call list
Flagged as a suspected spam - it's been blocked.
Phone flagged it as spam, didn't answer, no message was left
Call from Aspire fundraising, nice to hear genuine help but not my thing right now
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
Is 02 8252 8601 definitely a scam?
No. While one contributor flagged 02 8252 8601 as suspected spam, another confirmed it as Aspire fundraising with a genuine approach. The number appears to be used for legitimate fundraising outreach, though the calls are unsolicited. If you're uncertain about a caller from 0282528601, do not share information and verify independently.
Who is Aspire and why are they calling from 02 8252 8601?
One contributor identified the caller as Aspire fundraising. This appears to be legitimate charitable or fundraising outreach rather than a scam. However, unsolicited calls from 02 8252 8601 are still unwanted contact. You can request removal from their calling list or block the number if you prefer not to receive future calls.
Should I answer calls from 0282528601?
That's your choice. If you don't recognise 0282528601 and prefer not to receive unsolicited calls, let it go to voicemail. If a message is left, you can assess whether to return the call. Contributors have successfully blocked 02 8252 8601 using their phone's spam detection features.
How can I stop calls from 02 8252 8601?
You can block 02 8252 8601 directly using your phone's call blocking feature. If it's fundraising or telemarketing, register with the Do Not Call Register at donotcall.gov.au. You can also request to be removed from their calling list by asking the caller directly not to contact you again.
Why do two reports say 02 8252 8601 was blocked as spam?
Two contributors allowed their phones to automatically identify and block 02 8252 8601 as spam before answering. This could indicate the number is flagged in spam databases, or their phones' spam detection systems flagged it based on calling patterns. One contributor's phone interaction with 02 8252 8601 confirmed it as legitimate fundraising, so blocking may have been overly cautious.
What should I do if I answered a call from 0282528601 and gave information?
If you answered 0282528601 and shared personal information with what you believed was legitimate fundraising, monitor your accounts for unusual activity. If the call turned out to be deceptive or the caller used your information improperly, report it to Scamwatch at scamwatch.gov.au. For future calls from 02 8252 8601, use your phone's block feature or the Do Not Call Register.