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One contributor reports a suspicious call from 02 8311 1079 (0283111079) claiming to be from an insurance company. Community intelligence on this NSW number.
Suspicious Insurance Call Reports for 02 8311 1079
A contributor has flagged a call from 02 8311 1079 (also written as 0283111079) that raised significant red flags. The caller claimed affiliation with an insurance company, but the contributor's instinct suggested the call was not legitimate. This NSW-based number is allocated to Symbio Networks Pty Ltd as a local service line.
The vague identification combined with the contributor's concern about authenticity is a common pattern in social engineering attempts. When callers lack specific details about which insurance product or policy they're discussing, it often indicates a fishing expedition for personal or financial information.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 02 8311 1079
If 02 8311 1079 calls you:
- Do not: Confirm personal details, policy numbers, or financial information over the phone. Do not stay on the line if the caller cannot clearly identify which company they represent or which specific policy they're discussing.
- Do: Ask for a callback number and independently verify it by calling the insurance company's official customer service line listed on their website or your policy documents. Let unknown calls go to voicemail if you don't recognise the number.
- Do: Hang up immediately if the caller becomes evasive about their company name or cannot provide a direct verification method.
How to Report 02 8311 1079
If you receive a suspicious call from 02 8311 1079, report it to the following Australian authorities:
- Scamwatch (scamwatch.gov.au) - report suspected scams and fraud
- ACMA (acma.gov.au) - report unwanted calls and register complaints about telecommunications
- Your insurance provider's fraud team - they can investigate spoofed or impersonating calls
- Reverseau - contribute your own experience with 0283111079 to help other Australians identify patterns
Even a single report helps the community stay informed. If you've interacted with this number, your contribution could help others recognise similar tactics.
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
What should I do if 02 8311 1079 calls and claims to be from my insurance company?
Do not confirm any details during the call. Hang up and independently contact your insurance provider using the phone number on your policy or their official website. Never provide policy numbers, claim information, or financial details to incoming callers claiming to represent insurance companies. If 02 8311 1079 calls again, you can block the number on most phones.
Is 0283111079 definitely a scam?
One contributor reported that a call from 0283111079 claiming to be from an insurance company felt suspicious, but Reverseau cannot definitively confirm the number is used for scams. However, the vague identification and contributor concern warrant caution. Always verify any insurance-related calls independently before sharing information.
Why would a legitimate insurance company call from 02 8311 1079?
It's possible, though less common. 02 8311 1079 is allocated to Symbio Networks Pty Ltd as a local NSW service. However, legitimate insurance companies typically identify themselves clearly with their company name, your policy number, and a specific reason for the call. If they cannot do this, it's a warning sign.
What personal information should I never share over the phone to an unknown caller?
Never provide your full name, date of birth, address, policy numbers, claim details, credit card information, bank account details, or passwords to anyone calling from an unknown number like 02 8311 1079. Legitimate companies will not ask for this information unsolicited. If you're unsure, hang up and call them back on an officially verified number.
Can I block 02 8311 1079 on my phone?
Yes. Most Australian mobile phones allow you to block specific numbers. If 0283111079 calls again, add it to your blocked contacts or use your phone's call-blocking feature. Some carriers also offer spam-filtering services that can automatically block suspected scam numbers.
Should I report this number even if I didn't lose money?
Absolutely. Reports about suspicious calls from 02 8311 1079 to Scamwatch, ACMA, or Reverseau are valuable even if no money changed hands. Your experience helps warn other Australians about the tactics used and can assist authorities in identifying patterns and taking action against bad actors.