- Unknown
- Spam
- Scam
- Suspicious
- Uncertain
Community reports for 02 8456 0173 (0284560173): Callers impersonating delivery companies and mobile providers requesting personal details. 11 reports of scams and spam calls.
Personal Information Scams from 02 8456 0173
Eleven contributors have reported suspicious activity from 02 8456 0173 (also written as 0284560173), with a clear pattern of callers attempting to extract personal information through impersonation tactics. Two distinct scams stand out: one involving fake phone delivery claims, another using prize-winning promises to solicit details.
The most concerning report about 02 8456 0173 describes a caller with an Indian accent claiming the recipient had ordered a phone delivery they never made, immediately requesting personal details. A separate report indicates callers falsely claiming the recipient had won a mobile phone prize, using the excitement of winning to lower defences before requesting information. Both scams targeting 0284560173 exploit the urgency of delivery notifications or prize claims to bypass normal caution.
What Callers from 02 8456 0173 Claim
Contributors report receiving calls from 02 8456 0173 impersonating legitimate mobile phone companies and delivery services. One caller identified themselves as representing a mobile provider, unsolicited and claiming to discuss mobile plans. Another claimed to represent a delivery company, stating a phone order had been placed and needed confirmation details.
The prize-winning scam variant uses excitement as a hook, telling recipients they've won a mobile phone and need to provide personal information to claim it. These callers from 0284560173 do not appear to be making genuine sales pitches; instead, they use false premises (existing orders, unexpected prizes, company affiliation) solely to prompt data sharing. When challenged or questioned, callers typically terminate the call rather than provide verification.
Call Patterns and Timing
Reports of 02 8456 0173 span from August 2025 through March 2026, showing persistent activity over several months. Contributors report a mix of answered calls and missed calls with no voicemail left behind. Several reports note that when answering, they heard unsolicited telemarketing pitches, suggesting 02 8456 0173 uses targeted calling lists rather than random dialling.
Seven of eleven reports are classified as spam rather than confirmed scams, suggesting this number operates on a spectrum from nuisance telemarketing to deliberate fraud. The frequency and consistency of reports from 0284560173 indicate this is not a one-off incident but an ongoing operation. One contributor explicitly warned others to block the number, describing the callers as persistent pests.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 02 8456 0173
If 02 8456 0173 calls you:
- Do not: Share any personal information, confirm your name or address, provide bank details, or engage with claims about orders or prizes you don't recognise
- Do not: Return the call or follow any instructions given by the caller
- Do: Hang up immediately if you don't recognise the caller
- Do: Let the call go to voicemail if you're unsure - legitimate companies will leave a message with callback details
- Do: Verify any claim independently by contacting the company directly using an official number from their website, not a number provided by the caller
- Do: Block 02 8456 0173 on your phone to prevent future calls
How to Report 02 8456 0173
If you receive a scam call from 02 8456 0173 or 0284560173, report it to:
- Scamwatch: scamwatch.gov.au - the Australian government's official scam reporting service. Provide details of what the caller claimed and any personal information requested.
- ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority): acma.gov.au - report unwanted calls and SMS. ACMA investigates and can take enforcement action against persistent offenders.
- ReportCyber: cyber.gov.au - if the scam involved any online component, identity theft risk, or financial loss.
- Your phone provider: Report the number to Primus Telecommunications (the listed provider for 0284560173) so they can flag it on their network.
- Police (if money was lost): Contact your local police station or report online at your state's police website.
- Reverseau community: Add your report here to help other Australians identify this number.
Help others by sharing your experience with (02) 8456 0173!
WRITE A REVIEWRatings Distribution
What Our Users Reviewed
Indian accent claiming I ordered a phone delivery that I never ordered, wanting my details
no message left, likely a spammer
Another annoying spammer
Pretending you've won a phone just to swindle your details
Indian telemarketer calling about mobile plans
Person called out of the blue saying she was from a mobile phone company. Not someone I knew or had contacted before so I hung up.
Pests and spammers - do not answer - block the number.
didn't leave a message, smells like spam
no message left, probably spam
Suspected spam on my device
someone claiming to be Marie from HP Mobile, not sure if real
Help others by sharing your experience with (02) 8456 0173!
WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
What should I do if I answered a call from 02 8456 0173 and gave information?
If you shared personal details with 02 8456 0173 or 0284560173, monitor your accounts for fraud. Change passwords for email and banking immediately. Contact your bank and credit providers to report the potential compromise. Watch for unexpected charges or delivery attempts. Monitor your credit report via equifax.com.au or mycreditfile.com.au. If financial loss occurred, report to your bank, ACMA (acma.gov.au), and police.
Is 02 8456 0173 a legitimate mobile phone company?
No. Community reports confirm 02 8456 0173 impersonates legitimate mobile companies but is not affiliated with any. The number is registered to Primus Telecommunications as a local service, not as a customer-facing phone company. If a caller claims to be from a major mobile provider, hang up and contact that company directly using the number on their official website, not the number 0284560173 that called you.
Why do callers from 02 8456 0173 claim I ordered something?
This is a deception tactic reported in multiple calls from 02 8456 0173. By claiming an unexpected delivery or prize win, scammers create urgency and lower your guard. You're more likely to share details if you think you need to confirm an order or claim a prize. Always verify independently - contact the company directly using an official number if unsure. Do not use contact information provided by the caller from 0284560173.
How often does 02 8456 0173 call people?
Reports of 02 8456 0173 span from August 2025 to March 2026, showing ongoing activity over months. Frequency varies - some contributors received single calls, others reported repeated contact. One contributor described the callers from 0284560173 as persistent pests warranting a block. If 02 8456 0173 calls repeatedly, block the number on your phone immediately.
What's the difference between spam and scam reports for 02 8456 0173?
Seven reports of 02 8456 0173 are classified as spam (unsolicited telemarketing), while two are confirmed scams (deliberate personal information theft attempts). Two are uncertain. The spam reports involve unwanted mobile plan pitches; the scam reports involve false delivery or prize claims designed to extract details. All eleven are nuisances, but scams pose direct financial and identity risk. Block 0284560173 regardless of classification.
Should I report 02 8456 0173 to multiple authorities?
Yes. Report to Scamwatch (scamwatch.gov.au) and ACMA (acma.gov.au) - both track patterns from numbers like 02 8456 0173. If you lost money, also report to police and your bank. Reporting 0284560173 to multiple sources helps authorities build stronger enforcement cases. You can also contribute a report on Reverseau to warn other Australians about this number's behaviour.