- Suspicious
Community report for 02 9161 7014 (0291617014): Automated voicemail with recorded message, no identification provided.
Robocall Report for 02 9161 7014
One contributor has reported receiving an automated voicemail from 02 9161 7014 (also written as 0291617014). The call featured a recorded message asking the recipient to hold while connecting, with no caller identification or organisation name provided. The contributor noted the message sounded robotic in nature and chose to hang up and block the number immediately.
The reported call came through as a voicemail rather than a live connection, which is a common pattern for robocalls and automated messaging systems. The lack of any identifying information is significant - legitimate organisations typically identify themselves at the start of communications.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 02 9161 7014
If 0291617014 contacts you with an automated message:
- Do not stay on the line waiting to be connected
- Hang up immediately if you do not recognise the caller
- Do not press any keys or respond to prompts
- Block the number in your phone settings
- Do not return any callback requests from this number
Robocalls that ask you to hold while connecting or to press keys are frequently used by scammers to identify active numbers or to trigger callback scams. Never engage with the automated system.
Report Patterns
This single report of 02 9161 7014 arrived as a voicemail. The automated nature of the message and absence of caller identification suggest this may be part of a broader robocalling campaign rather than a targeted call.
How to Report 02 9161 7014
If you receive similar calls from 0291617014 or other robocalling numbers, you can report them to:
Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) - acma.gov.auScamwatch - scamwatch.gov.auDo Not Call Register - donotcall.gov.au (if the call was unsolicited marketing)
You can also contribute your own report to Reverseau to help other community members identify patterns and stay informed about this number and similar threats.
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
What kind of automated message was reported for 02 9161 7014?
The contributor received a voicemail from 02 9161 7014 (0291617014) with a recorded message asking to hold while connecting. No organisation or caller name was mentioned, and the message sounded robotic.
Should I wait to be connected if 0291617014 calls?
No. Hang up immediately if you receive an automated message from 02 9161 7014 asking you to hold while connecting, especially if no identification is provided. These robocalls are commonly used to confirm active numbers or initiate callback scams.
Is 02 9161 7014 a legitimate local number?
02 9161 7014 is allocated as a local service in NSW through Symbio Networks Pty Ltd. However, allocation does not guarantee legitimacy. The single community report describes an unidentified automated voicemail, which is not typical of legitimate local business calls.
What should I do if I already answered a call from 0291617014?
If you answered and heard only an automated message from 0291617014 asking to hold, simply hang up and block the number. Do not press any keys or respond to prompts. Monitor your account for any unauthorised activity if you provided information.
Where can I report robocalls like the one from 02 9161 7014?
You can report 02 9161 7014 to the ACMA (acma.gov.au), Scamwatch (scamwatch.gov.au), or the Do Not Call Register (donotcall.gov.au) if it was unsolicited marketing. Contributing your report to Reverseau also helps the community identify patterns.
Why would someone call with a robotic message but not identify themselves?
Unidentified robocalls often serve to identify active phone numbers, harvest responses for callback scams, or test numbers before a more targeted scam attempt. The lack of identification from 02 9161 7014 is a red flag and should be avoided entirely.