- Suspicious
- Legit
02 8645 3305 (0286453305) reports include silent calls, Commonwealth Bank impersonation, and persistent nuisance calling. One caller requested personal verification.
Silent Calls and Impersonation Reports for 02 8645 3305
Six contributors have reported activity from 02 8645 3305 (also written as 0286453305), a local service number allocated to Optus Networks in NSW. The reports reveal a mixed pattern: persistent silent calls, one instance of Commonwealth Bank impersonation with a request for personal information, and recurring nuisance behaviour. One contributor verified the number as legitimate Commonwealth Bank contact, suggesting this number may be misused or spoofed.
The most concerning report involves a caller claiming to represent Commonwealth Bank and asking the contributor to verify their last name. This impersonation attempt, combined with multiple silent call reports, indicates contributors should treat calls from 02 8645 3305 with caution.
What Callers from 02 8645 3305 Do
Silent calls make up the majority of the pattern. Two separate contributors reported receiving calls from 0286453305 where the caller either provided no response or disconnected immediately upon the call being answered, leaving only a dial tone. These silent calls occurred despite one contributor having the number blocked through Telstra Call Guardian, suggesting the caller may be using automated systems or call filtering workarounds.
In one scam report, a caller claiming to be from Commonwealth Bank rang and specifically requested personal verification, asking for the contributor's last name. This impersonation tactic is particularly deceptive given that one later contributor confirmed Commonwealth Bank does legitimately use this number, making it harder for recipients to immediately identify the fraudulent call.
A separate contributor experienced the caller hanging up immediately after the call was answered, with no explanation or message left behind.
Frequency and Persistence
One contributor reported being bombarded with repeated calls from 02 8645 3305 over an extended period. Despite blocking the number through Telstra Call Guardian, the calls continued several times a week, indicating either automated retry systems or the caller attempting to bypass call blocking. No voicemails were left on any of these repeated attempts.
The spread of reports across multiple months (September through October) suggests ongoing activity rather than isolated incidents.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 02 8645 3305
If 02 8645 3305 calls you:
- Do not: Share personal information, verify your name or account details, or return the call if you don't recognise the caller
- Do: Let silent calls go to voicemail; if the caller claims to be from your bank, hang up and contact the bank directly using the official number on your card or statement
- Block: Add 0286453305 to your phone's block list or use your telco's call-blocking service (Telstra Call Guardian, Optus Call Screen, etc.)
- Verify independently: If the caller claims bank affiliation, end the call and phone Commonwealth Bank on 1300 131 500 to confirm any legitimate requests
Impersonation Red Flags
Bank staff will never ask you to verify your identity by providing your full name in response to an unsolicited call. Commonwealth Bank representatives will not request this information unsolicited. If 02 8645 3305 or any number claims to be your bank and asks you to confirm personal details, this is a common impersonation tactic.
The fact that one contributor later confirmed Commonwealth Bank legitimately uses this number does not mean every call from 0286453305 is legitimate. Scammers frequently spoof or misuse legitimate business numbers.
How to Report 02 8645 3305
If you receive impersonation or scam calls from 02 8645 3305:
- Report to Scamwatch at scamwatch.gov.au with details of what the caller claimed
- Report to the ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority) at acma.gov.au for nuisance calls and impersonation
- Contact Commonwealth Bank directly on 1300 131 500 if the caller impersonated the bank, so they can investigate potential fraud using their number
- Report silent/nuisance calls to your telco's customer service and request the number be blocked
- Help the Reverseau community by sharing your experience with 02 8645 3305 on this page
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What Our Users Reviewed
Bombarded with calls, never leaves a message, blocked by Telstra call guardian but still shows up several times a week
Silent call, not a peep from caller
Bloke claimed to be from Commonwealth Bank asking me to verify with last name
Picked up and they hung up, feels off
Called back and got a message from Commonwealth Bank, they're legit
Picked up and all I got was a dial tone
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
Why does 02 8645 3305 keep calling if I've blocked it?
One contributor reported that 0286453305 continued calling several times weekly even after blocking through Telstra Call Guardian. This suggests the caller may be using automated dialling systems that don't respect call blocks, or they may be spoofing the number. Contact your telco to request the number be added to a deeper block list, or consider changing your phone number if the harassment continues.
If Commonwealth Bank legitimately uses 02 8645 3305, how do I know if a call is real?
One contributor verified that Commonwealth Bank does use this number, but scammers can spoof legitimate numbers. Never provide personal information in response to an unsolicited call, even if the number appears legitimate. Always hang up and call your bank directly on the number on your card or statement. Legitimate banks will never ask you to verify your last name or full identity during an unsolicited incoming call.
What should I do if 0286453305 calls and hangs up immediately?
Two contributors reported silent calls from 02 8645 3305 with no response or just a dial tone. This is a common tactic to test if a number is active. Do not return the call. Block the number on your phone and report it to your telco as a nuisance call. If the silent calls persist, file a report with the ACMA at acma.gov.au.
Is 02 8645 3305 definitely a scam number?
Not necessarily. While one contributor confirmed Commonwealth Bank legitimately uses 0286453305, the number is also associated with silent calls and at least one impersonation attempt. The number is allocated to Optus Networks in NSW. Treat incoming calls cautiously: do not volunteer personal information, and verify any bank requests by calling the official number on your card.
What's the difference between the silent calls and the bank impersonation from 02 8645 3305?
Two separate reports describe silent calls where the caller provided no response or hung up immediately from 0286453305. One report describes active impersonation where the caller claimed to be from Commonwealth Bank and requested personal verification. These may be related (different scam attempts using the same number) or unrelated (legitimate bank using the number alongside spoofed/scam activity). Either way, treat all calls from 02 8645 3305 with caution.
Can I report the Commonwealth Bank impersonation to the bank itself?
Yes. If someone claiming to be from Commonwealth Bank called you on 02 8645 3305 and requested personal information, contact Commonwealth Bank directly on 1300 131 500 and describe the call. The bank can investigate whether their number is being spoofed or misused. You should also report the call to Scamwatch (scamwatch.gov.au) and the ACMA (acma.gov.au) for impersonation.