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02 9125 0687 (0291250687): 5 reports of suspicious calls from Sydney. One caller requested online banking access; others left no message. Non-responsive to callbacks.
Suspicious Activity Reported for 02 9125 0687
Five contributors have reported concerning calls from 02 9125 0687 (also written as 0291250687), a Sydney-based Optus Networks local number. The reports paint a pattern of evasive behaviour, with multiple callers leaving no voicemail and at least one attempt to manipulate a recipient into online banking activity.
One contributor who answered a call from 0291250687 reported the caller requesting they "sort banking online" before abruptly hanging up when told they didn't have a mobile phone. This behaviour is consistent with phishing tactics designed to trick people into accessing vulnerable accounts or sharing sensitive financial information.
What Callers from 02 9125 0687 Appear to Want
The single answered call from 02 9125 0687 stands out for its directness. The caller asked the recipient to complete banking tasks online, which is a red flag for credential harvesting or account takeover attempts. When the recipient couldn't immediately comply (no mobile available), the caller ended the conversation, suggesting they were following a script and had no legitimate reason to call.
Contributors also noted that when they attempted to call back 02 9125 0687, the voicemail system indicated the number was not available. This is a classic evasion tactic used by scammers to avoid accountability and prevent callbacks to the number.
Call Patterns and Response Behaviour
Most reports about 0291250687 involve missed calls with no voicemail left. Two contributors reported receiving multiple calls after 5 PM from this Sydney number without messages. One noted the behaviour "seems dodgy," while another described persistent calls from Sydney with no explanation. A third contributor flagged that the number appears deliberately unresponsive to callbacks during business hours.
The combination of aggressive calling, request for online banking access, and deliberate non-responsiveness suggests this is not a legitimate business number.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 02 9125 0687
If 02 9125 0687 calls you:
- Do not: Provide banking passwords, PINs, or online credentials; follow instructions to log into banking apps or websites; confirm personal or financial details; agree to transfer funds
- Do: Hang up immediately; block the number; if they claim to represent your bank, hang up and call your bank directly using the number on your bank card or official website; report the call to your bank's fraud team
Legitimate banks and financial institutions will never ask you to access online banking during an unsolicited call. If someone from 02 9125 0687 or any unknown number requests this, it is a scam attempt.
What to Do If You Receive an SMS from 02 9125 0687
If you receive an SMS from this number:
- Do not: Click any links; reply to the message; provide personal or account information
- Do: Delete the message immediately; block the number; forward the SMS to 0429 999 888 (ACMA spam reporting); report it to your bank if it mentions banking or financial services
How to Report 02 9125 0687
If you've been targeted by calls from 02 9125 0687, report this activity to:
- Scamwatch - scamwatch.gov.au (report investment, banking, or identity scams)
- ACMA - acma.gov.au (Australian Communications and Media Authority; report spam calls and SMS)
- Your bank's fraud team - call the number on the back of your card immediately if banking information was requested
- Australian Cyber Security Centre - cyber.gov.au (report phishing or credential harvesting attempts)
- Reverseau - contribute your experience to help other Australians identify this number
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What Our Users Reviewed
Rang a couple times after 5 PM, didn't answer, seems dodgy
Bunch of missed calls from Sydney, no message left
Won't let me call back, sounds dodgy
Bloke wanted me to sort banking online, hung up when I said I don't have a mobile
Called back during business hours but voicemail said number not available
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
Why did the caller from 02 9125 0687 ask me to do online banking?
This is a phishing tactic. One contributor reported a caller from 0291250687 requesting they access online banking during the call. Legitimate banks never ask you to log into accounts during unsolicited calls. The caller was attempting to trick you into exposing banking credentials or allowing them remote access to your accounts. Hang up immediately if this happens.
I called back 02 9125 0687 but got a voicemail saying the number isn't available. Is this normal?
No, this is suspicious behaviour. One contributor reported that when they called back 0291250687 during business hours, the voicemail indicated the number was not available. Legitimate businesses answer their phones during business hours or provide a clear message. This evasion tactic is common among scammers who want to prevent callbacks and accountability.
Is 02 9125 0687 a real Sydney business number?
02 9125 0687 is allocated as a local-service number through Optus Networks in NSW, but the pattern of reports suggests it is not being used for legitimate purposes. Multiple contributors report missed calls with no voicemail, deliberate non-responsiveness to callbacks, and at least one attempt to manipulate a caller into online banking activity. A legitimate business would identify itself and leave clear messages.
Why do I keep getting calls from 0291250687 with no message?
Two contributors reported repeated calls from this number after 5 PM with no voicemail left. Scammers often use auto-diallers to blast calls across many numbers, leaving no message because they rely on reaching people who will engage. The fact that 0291250687 calls repeatedly but never explains the purpose suggests this is a spam or scam operation testing for live numbers.
What should I do if 02 9125 0687 asks for my banking details?
Hang up immediately and do not provide any information. This is a scam. If the caller claims to be from your bank, hang up and call your bank directly using the number on your bank card or your official banking app. Report the call to your bank's fraud team and to Scamwatch at scamwatch.gov.au. Do not assume the caller is legitimate based on the number they're calling from.
Can I block 02 9125 0687 on my phone?
Yes. Most modern phones allow you to block numbers directly from the call log or contact settings. After blocking 0291250687, any calls from that number will go straight to voicemail and you won't be notified. Also report the number to ACMA at acma.gov.au and contribute your experience to Reverseau so other Australians are aware of this suspicious activity.