Community reports for 02 9901 6151 (0299016151): Multiple silent calls, robocalls with automated messages, and callback requests. Caller ID shows IT News and Diana.
Silent Calls and Robocall Reports for 02 9901 6151
Contributors have reported 17 separate incidents from 02 9901 6151 (also written as 0299016151), with a clear pattern of silent calls and automated robocalls. Four reports specifically mention silent calls where the line goes quiet when answered, with the caller hanging up immediately. Two additional reports describe automated or robocall activity, including one where a contributor suspected a bot testing when to reach them based on background noise and immediate disconnection.
The caller ID associated with 0299016151 has appeared as "IT News" and "Diana" in various reports. One contributor noted the number claimed affiliation with IT News on behalf of NetApp, though the excessive background noise and poor audio quality raised immediate suspicion. Multiple contributors describe the calls as coming from what felt like a boiler room operation, with one mentioning suspected offshore activity from the Philippines.
What Callers from 02 9901 6151 Say and Do
The behaviour patterns from 02 9901 6151 are highly distinctive. Several contributors report that when they answer, the caller either says nothing at all or hangs up immediately. One contributor described the caller as "a bloke" who knew their name but hung up as soon as contact was made, suggesting possible data-matching activity. Another report mentions the caller made two separate contact attempts with an automated message claiming to be from "Dianna".
In one instance, a contributor who answered 0299016151 reported excessive background noise similar to wind, with the caller disconnecting instantly. This behaviour pattern, combined with the frequency of calls, aligns with automated systems testing active numbers rather than genuine business communication.
Call Patterns and Frequency
The timing and volume of calls from 02 9901 6151 suggest systematic dialling behaviour. One contributor reported the number ringing repeatedly throughout an entire week with no voicemails left. Another received calls every single day from 0299016151, each time encountering silence before disconnection. A third contributor logged eight separate calls within one week from this number.
Most calls have been answered rather than missed, indicating the number reaches through at various times of day. The consistent pattern of silence upon connection, combined with daily or near-daily contact, distinguishes this from typical nuisance marketing calls where operators attempt to pitch products or services.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 02 9901 6151
Given the pattern of silent calls and potential robocall activity from 02 9901 6151:
- Do: Let calls go to voicemail immediately upon recognising the number
- Do: Block 0299016151 in your phone's settings to prevent further contact
- Do: Avoid pressing any numbers or responding to automated prompts, as this confirms your number is active
- Do: Keep records of call dates and times if the pattern continues
- Do not: Return the call or engage with any automated system
- Do not: Provide personal information if you accidentally engage with a caller
How to Report 02 9901 6151
If you've received calls from 02 9901 6151 or 0299016151, report the number to Australian regulatory authorities:
- Report to the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) at acma.gov.au - they investigate potential breaches of telemarketing and do-not-call regulations
- Lodge a complaint with Scamwatch at scamwatch.gov.au if you suspect scam intent
- Register your number with the Do Not Call Register at donotcall.gov.au to reduce unsolicited marketing calls
- Block the number directly in your phone settings and flag it as spam
- Share your experience on Reverse AU to help other Australians identify this caller
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SUBMIT A REPORTReport Ratings
Community Reports
Flogging IT industry reports or flogging contact lists to marketing firms
Very persistent, rang twice a month for 3 months, just silent voicemails when they did leave one
Rings regularly but won't say who they are, pain
Ringing all week, never picked up and no voicemails left, super sus
Bloke called asking for me by name then just hung up
Dude rang twice, couldn't understand him, sounded Chinese, called back got voicemail from Diana
Answered but all silence then they hung up
Calls every day and goes silent when I pick up
called twice with automated message claiming to be from Dianna, seems dodgy
Silent call.
Bloke called knowing my name then hung up
Lots of background noise like wind, if I answered they'd hang up, think it's a bot testing when to reach me
Claimed to work for IT News on behalf of NetApp, excessive background noise, hard to understand, seemed suspicious
Call from IT News about unsolicited product, felt like a boiler room operation from Philippines
Frequent calls with no message, caller ID showed CRN IT News, suspected automated scam
Calles every day Scam.
Keeps calling and just puts the phone down without saying anything
Called 8 times in the past week
Keeps calling, but when answer no one speaks.
Caller claimed to be from ITNews trying to sell report, approach felt pushy
Voicemail from someone named Diana, sounded robotic and useless
Belongs to nextmedia Pty Limited.
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SUBMIT A REPORTFrequently Asked Questions
Why does 02 9901 6151 keep calling me and then hanging up?
Multiple contributors have reported the same behaviour from 0299016151 - the caller answers or initiates contact, but either remains silent or disconnects immediately. This pattern is consistent with automated robocall systems testing whether your number is active and monitored by a real person. Once they confirm you answer, your number may be flagged for follow-up scam or sales attempts. This is why it's important to block 02 9901 6151 and avoid engaging with the call.
What does IT News have to do with 02 9901 6151?
One contributor reported that 0299016151 claimed to work for IT News on behalf of NetApp, a software company. However, the excessive background noise, poor audio quality, and the overall pattern of silent calls from this number suggests the caller ID may be spoofed or misrepresented. No legitimate IT company would repeatedly hang up or use silent calling tactics. Verify any legitimate business enquiries directly with the company by calling their official number.
Is 02 9901 6151 calling from Australia or overseas?
One contributor mentioned the number felt like a boiler room operation from the Philippines based on the communication style and background noise. However, the number 0299016151 is allocated as a local service in New South Wales via Telstra. This doesn't guarantee the caller is physically located in Australia - modern VoIP technology allows overseas operators to spoof Australian phone numbers. Treat 02 9901 6151 as high-risk regardless of where the caller is physically located.
The caller from 02 9901 6151 knew my name - how did they get it?
Two contributors reported that callers from 0299016151 knew their names before they said anything, then immediately hung up. This indicates the calling system has access to your personal information, likely from a data breach or purchased contact list. This is a significant red flag suggesting coordinated scam activity rather than random telemarketing. Do not engage with future calls from 02 9901 6151 and consider changing your privacy settings on public profiles.
Should I call back the number 02 9901 6151 to find out who it is?
No. Multiple contributors have reported that calling back 0299016151 reaches a voicemail from someone named Diana, but this does not confirm legitimacy. Callback scams rely on you returning the call to an automated system that may charge premium rates or connect you to a scammer. Never return calls to unfamiliar numbers, especially ones exhibiting the silent-call pattern documented for 02 9901 6151. Block the number instead.
I received a call from 02 9901 6151 - what should I do next?
First, block 0299016151 immediately in your phone's call settings. Document the date and time of the call. If you answered and heard silence or a robotic voice, do not press any buttons or respond. Report the number to ACMA at acma.gov.au and to Scamwatch at scamwatch.gov.au. If you've received multiple calls from 02 9901 6151 over several days, also register with the Do Not Call Register at donotcall.gov.au. Consider reporting your experience on Reverse AU to help other Australians recognise this caller.