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02 8458 7299 (0284587299): Community reports persistent unwanted calls with silent hangs, robocalls, and dead air voicemails. Phone marks as suspected scam.
Silent Calls and Robocall Reports for 02 8458 7299
Nine contributors have reported activity from 02 8458 7299 (also written as 0284587299), with a consistent pattern of unwanted calls that hang up immediately or play dead air. Two reports specifically identify silent call and robocall tactics, though the broader pattern suggests automated dialling behaviour. Multiple contributors note their phones flagged 0284587299 as suspected scam or suspect scammer before they even answered.
The allocation data shows 02 8458 7299 is registered as a local service through Primus Telecommunications in NSW, which raises questions given the nature of the reported calls. One contributor did connect with what appeared to be a legitimate phonecard company on this number, though the overwhelming majority of reports describe persistent, unwanted contact with no genuine purpose.
What Callers from 02 8458 7299 Do
When callers reach someone on 02 8458 7299, the behaviour is distinctly evasive. One contributor answered on a landline and the caller hung up immediately without speaking. Another reported receiving a voicemail containing only dead air and silence, with no message or context. Several contributors describe the caller continuing to ring repeatedly even after being told to stop or after the call was hung up.
When one contributor called 0284587299 back to identify the source, they reached a recorded message asking to press buttons for various options, described as "seeming like impersonation." This callback experience suggests an automated system rather than a real person managing the line, which aligns with the robocall reports. The pattern of calls from 02 8458 7299 continuing despite being blocked or rejected multiple times indicates either a persistent system or someone deliberately circumventing blocks.
Call Patterns and Timing
Contributors report calls from 02 8458 7299 occurring repeatedly and intensively. One recent report (February 2026) describes being "bombarded with calls" and having to turn their phone off entirely to stop the contact. Another contributor noted Samsung's spam detection flagged the number, yet calls kept coming after explicit requests to stop. The persistence across multiple rejection attempts distinguishes these calls from typical single unwanted contact.
The reports span from mid-2023 to March 2026, showing ongoing activity over several years. The intensity varies, with some contributors receiving single missed calls and others experiencing relentless bombardment. One contributor mentioned that even after blocking 0284587299, "they keep ringing," suggesting either multiple call attempts from the same source or automated retry systems.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 02 8458 7299
If 02 8458 7299 calls you:
- Do not: Answer if your phone flags it as spam, return the call to a recorded message system, or engage if the caller hangs up immediately
- Do: Let it go to voicemail, block the number immediately, and if calls persist after blocking, consider Do Not Call Register reporting or contact your phone provider
- If you answer and hear silence: Hang up without speaking further - this is a common callback scam indicator where staying on the line may trigger additional contact
- If the caller hangs up when you answer: Block immediately and do not call back, as this often triggers more calls to verify your number is active
How to Report 02 8458 7299
If 02 8458 7299 continues to contact you after blocking, report it through official channels:
- ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority): Report unwanted calls and robocalls at acma.gov.au
- Do Not Call Register: Register your number at donotcall.gov.au to reduce telemarketing calls, though this number may already be breaching the register
- Your phone provider: Contact Primus Telecommunications or your own service provider to report the persistent contact and request additional blocking measures
- Scamwatch: If you believe this is scam activity, report it at scamwatch.gov.au for awareness tracking
- Reverseau: Share your experience with 0284587299 on this page to help other Australians recognise the number and pattern
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WRITE A REVIEWRatings Distribution
What Our Users Reviewed
Keeps calling, phone marks as suspected spam, no message. Blocked but keeps trying
Missed call, no message left, unknown number
Bombarded with calls, left voicemail with dead air, blocked them but they keep ringing
As soon as I answered (land line) the caller hang up. If it's not a scam, what is it?
samsung flagged as suspect scammer, kept calling after I told them to rack off, had to turn phone off to block them
Samsung flagged as scam, called repeatedly even after I hung up multiple times, eventually blocked
call from our phonecard company about our existing products and services
Called the number back and got a recorded message asking to press buttons, seems like impersonation
Related to a previous number I reported, still no legitimate contact
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
Why does 02 8458 7299 hang up when I answer?
Two contributors specifically reported silent calls from 0284587299 where the caller hangs up immediately upon connection. This is often a callback scam indicator - the caller is verifying your number is active so they can target you with more calls later. Do not call the number back, as this confirms your number is monitored.
What happens if I call 02 8458 7299 back?
One contributor called 0284587299 back and reached a recorded message asking to press buttons for different options. This suggests an automated system rather than a real person, which is consistent with robocall and silent call patterns. Calling back may add your number to an active callback list, triggering more contact.
Should I be concerned if 02 8458 7299 keeps calling after I blocked it?
Yes. Multiple contributors report that even after blocking 0284587299, the calls continue. One contributor had to turn their phone off entirely to stop the bombardment. This persistence suggests either automated retry systems or deliberate circumvention of blocks, and warrants reporting to ACMA and your phone provider.
Is 02 8458 7299 a legitimate number?
The number 0284587299 is registered to Primus Telecommunications in NSW as a local service. However, nine community reports describe persistent unwanted calls, silent hangs, dead air voicemails, and robocall behaviour. One legitimate report mentioned a phonecard company using this number, but the overwhelming pattern is suspicious or harmful activity.
What does it mean if my phone marks 02 8458 7299 as suspected spam?
Multiple contributors report their phones (including Samsung devices) automatically flagged 0284587299 as suspected spam or scam before they answered. This indicates the number has been reported widely enough that phone systems recognise it as problematic. Trust your phone's spam detection and block the number immediately.
Can I report 02 8458 7299 to stop the calls?
Yes. Report 0284587299 to ACMA at acma.gov.au, and register your number with the Do Not Call Register at donotcall.gov.au. You can also contact your own phone provider to request additional blocking. If calls persist, document each one and lodge a formal complaint with ACMA referencing the repeated contact despite blocking attempts.