- Suspicious
One contributor reported a Chinese language robocall from 02 8317 3818 (0283173818) that disconnected immediately upon answering.
Robocall Report for 02 8317 3818
A single contributor has reported receiving a robocall from 02 8317 3818 (also written as 0283173818). The call was placed in Chinese language and disconnected immediately after the contributor answered, suggesting an automated dialling system rather than a live operator. This number is allocated as a local service in New South Wales via Symbio Networks Pty Ltd.
The immediate hang-up behaviour reported on 0283173818 is typical of robocall campaigns that test whether a number is active before potential follow-up contact attempts. The use of a non-English language adds to the suspicious nature of this incoming call.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 02 8317 3818
If 02 8317 3818 calls you:
- Do not: Call the number back, as this confirms your number is active to the dialler system
- Do: Let it go to voicemail on future calls, or hang up immediately if you answer
- Do: Block the number in your phone's contact list to prevent further attempts
- Do: Be aware that immediate disconnects may be followed by additional contact attempts from related numbers
How to Report 02 8317 3818
If you receive similar calls from 0283173818 or other robocall numbers:
- Report to the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) at acma.gov.au
- Lodge a complaint with the Do Not Call Register at donotcall.gov.au if you have opted in and continue to receive unwanted calls
- Report the number on Reverseau to help other Australians identify suspicious activity
- Keep a record of call times and dates to support your report
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
What does it mean if a robocall from 02 8317 3818 hangs up immediately?
An immediate disconnect from 02 8317 3818 (0283173818) typically indicates an automated system testing whether your number is active. Once confirmed, you may receive follow-up calls from this number or related ones. Do not call back, as this confirms your number is monitored by the dialling system.
Why would 0283173818 call in Chinese language?
The Chinese language robocall from 02 8317 3818 suggests the campaign is targeting Chinese-speaking Australians. This geographic or demographic targeting is common in international scam and spam operations, though this particular report only notes the hang-up without describing any message content.
Should I be concerned about future calls from 02 8317 3818?
Given the robocall nature of the contact from 0283173818, there is a reasonable chance of repeated attempts. Blocking the number on your phone is the most effective immediate action. If calls continue from similar numbers, report them to ACMA and the Do Not Call Register.
Is 02 8317 3818 a legitimate business number?
The number 0283173818 is allocated as a local service in New South Wales through Symbio Networks Pty Ltd. However, the robocall behaviour and immediate disconnect reported by the contributor suggests the number is being used for automated dialling rather than standard business communication.
What should I do if 0283173818 keeps calling?
If 02 8317 3818 continues calling you after blocking: document each attempt with date and time, report the number to ACMA at acma.gov.au, and consider reporting to the Do Not Call Register at donotcall.gov.au if applicable. Contributing your own report on Reverseau helps warn other Australians.
Can I trace who is behind the robocall from 02 8317 3818?
Tracing the actual operator behind 0283173818 is difficult without investigation by authorities like ACMA. The allocated provider Symbio Networks Pty Ltd manages the number, but the robocall campaign may be run by a third party using the service. Report to ACMA for investigation rather than attempting to trace it yourself.