02 9696 2394 - 0296962394: Nuisance Call Reports

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One contributor reports persistent nuisance calls from 02 9696 2394 (0296962394) with hold patterns and suspicious behaviour.

Nuisance Call Reports for 02 9696 2394

A single contributor has reported receiving calls from 02 9696 2394 (also written as 0296962394) that exhibit persistently nuisance behaviour. The caller refuses to stop calling despite being asked to do so, employs hold tactics to keep the recipient on the line, and the contributor describes the overall interaction as suspicious or illegitimate.

The number is allocated as a local service in New South Wales through AAPT Limited, a telecommunications provider. However, allocation to a legitimate service provider does not guarantee the number is being used legitimately, as phone numbers can be spoofed or misused.

What Callers from 02 9696 2394 Do

According to the contributor's report, when answering calls from 02 9696 2394, the caller puts you on hold rather than immediately engaging in conversation. This hold tactic is commonly used in nuisance calling schemes to waste time, keep recipients engaged longer than necessary, or to create an impression of legitimacy (as if connecting you to a department or representative).

The contributor notes the caller won't stop calling despite requests to cease contact. This persistent calling pattern is a hallmark of nuisance behaviour, whether the calls are telemarketing, debt collection, or other unsolicited contact.

Report Details and Timing

This report was received on 23 October 2025. The contributor answered the call, meaning they heard the caller's behaviour directly rather than missing the call or receiving a voicemail. The single report provides limited visibility into call frequency or time-of-day patterns, but the fact that the contributor characterised the number as "won't quit calling" suggests multiple calls over a short period or repeated calls over time.

What to Do If You Receive a Call from 02 9696 2394

If 02 9696 2394 calls you:

• Do: Let it go to voicemail on first call to assess whether a message is left
• Do: Block the number immediately if it calls again without a legitimate purpose
• Do: Hang up promptly if the caller puts you on hold or fails to state their purpose within seconds
• Do: Note the time and date of calls if they persist, as this helps when reporting
• Do not: Provide personal information, bank details, or dates of birth to unknown callers
• Do not: Return the call if you don't recognise the number or if it seems suspicious
• Do not: Feel obligated to stay on the line or wait through extended holds

How to Report 02 9696 2394

If you receive unwanted or nuisance calls from 02 9696 2394 (0296962394), you can report the number to Australian regulatory authorities:

• Do Not Call Register: Register your number at donotcall.gov.au to opt out of telemarketing calls. If 02 9696 2394 continues calling after registration, you can lodge a complaint with the ACMA.
• ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority): Report nuisance and unwanted calls at acma.gov.au. The ACMA investigates patterns of misuse.
• Reverseau: Add your own report about 02 9696 2394 to help other Australians identify this number. Community reports are essential for building a comprehensive picture of caller behaviour.

If you believe the calls are part of a scam rather than simple nuisance calling, also report to Scamwatch at scamwatch.gov.au.

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