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- Spam
Community reports for 03 5177 2824 (0351772824): Robocalls in Chinese and fake OSHC insurance claims targeting non-students. Scam alert for Victoria.
Robocall and OSHC Impersonation Reports for 03 5177 2824
Six contributors have reported suspicious activity from 03 5177 2824 (also written as 0351772824), a Telstra local service number in Victoria. The pattern involves automated robocalls in Chinese combined with fraudulent claims about Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) insurance. Most concerning is that callers are targeting people who do not hold OSHC policies, indicating broad list-based scamming rather than targeted fraud.
Multiple reports about 0351772824 specifically mention robocall technology with Chinese-language prompts. One contributor received a voicemail claiming to offer options for Chinese-language assistance, but the promised menu option did not function. The same contributors noted that 03 5177 2824 operates alongside an alternative number, 51772823, suggesting a coordinated operation using multiple lines.
What Callers from 03 5177 2824 Claim
The scam impersonates OSHC insurance providers. One contributor reported receiving a call claiming there was a problem with their OSHC policy, despite having no such insurance. Another received an SMS stating "exception in OSHC insurance" to a non-student who would never hold such a policy.
The robocall component uses Chinese-language recordings that instruct recipients to press 1 for Chinese-language options. However, contributors who followed these prompts found the menu non-functional, suggesting the robocall is designed to gather information rather than provide legitimate customer service. The use of non-functional menu prompts indicates deliberate deception rather than a malfunctioning system.
Call and SMS Patterns
Reports about 0351772824 span late February through early March 2026. The channel breakdown shows three robocall voicemails, two answered calls, and one SMS message. The distribution suggests operators are using multiple contact methods to reach potential victims. Contributors received both live caller attempts and fully automated robocalls, indicating a mixed campaign approach.
One key pattern from 03 5177 2824 reports is the use of alternative numbers. Two separate contributors noted that callers from 0351772824 also used 51772823, suggesting the scammers maintain multiple lines to avoid blocking and to increase reach if one number is reported.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 03 5177 2824
If 03 5177 2824 calls you:
- Do not: Press any menu options, provide personal information, or confirm your identity
- Do not: Return the call or engage with follow-up prompts
- Do not: Assume the call is legitimate even if it mentions your name or location
- Do: Hang up immediately when you recognise the call as suspicious
- Do: Block 03 5177 2824 and the alternative number 51772823 if you receive repeated calls
- Do: Verify OSHC status independently by contacting your provider directly using a phone number from official documentation, never from a call or voicemail
What to Do If You Receive an SMS from 03 5177 2824
If 0351772824 sends you an SMS:
- Do not: Click any links or attachments
- Do not: Reply or confirm your identity
- Do not: Call any number mentioned in the message
- Do: Delete the message immediately
- Do: Report the SMS as spam by forwarding it to 0429 999 888
- Do: Block the number from your phone
How to Report 03 5177 2824
If you have been contacted by 03 5177 2824 or 0351772824, report the scam through the following Australian resources:
- Scamwatch: scamwatch.gov.au - Report the scam attempt with details of what was claimed
- ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority): acma.gov.au - Lodge a complaint about the robocall and number spoofing
- ReportCyber: cyber.gov.au - If any links were clicked or personal data was shared
- Reverseau: Report your experience with 03 5177 2824 to help protect other Australians from this number
When reporting, mention that the calls impersonate OSHC insurance and use robocall technology with Chinese-language prompts, and note the alternative number 51772823 used in the same campaign.
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What Our Users Reviewed
Asian scam callers, also using 51772823 as alternative number
Voicemail in Chinese, no idea what they want
Call claiming to be OSHC insurance about a problem, but I don't have that insurance
Robocall voicemail in Chinese, said press 1 for Chinese but didn't actually have that option, no idea who they were
Asian scam callers, also using 51772823 as alternative number
Message about exception in OSHC insurance, I'm not even an overseas student
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
Why is 03 5177 2824 calling about OSHC insurance when I'm not an overseas student?
The scammers behind 0351772824 are using bulk calling lists that may not accurately reflect who holds OSHC policies. They target broad contact lists hoping to catch people who might be confused or uncertain about their insurance status. The fact that they reach non-students suggests they have low-quality data and are casting wide nets rather than targeting specific individuals.
Should I press the menu option when 03 5177 2824 asks me to press 1 for Chinese?
No. Multiple reports about 0351772824 indicate that the promised menu option does not function correctly, which is a deliberate scam tactic. Pressing any key confirms your number is active and monitored, making you a target for follow-up scam attempts. Hang up immediately instead.
Is 03 5177 2824 actually a legitimate Telstra number?
03 5177 2824 is allocated as a Telstra local service number in Victoria, but scammers often spoof or misuse legitimate carrier allocations. The allocation does not mean the caller is legitimate. Never assume a number is safe based on its format or allocation. If you receive a suspicious call, hang up and contact the organisation directly using a phone number from their official website.
What is the alternative number being used with 0351772824?
Multiple reports about 03 5177 2824 mention that scammers also use the number 51772823. If you are contacted by either number with similar OSHC insurance claims, treat both as scam attempts. Block both numbers immediately and report both to Scamwatch and ACMA.
Can I get into trouble for pressing the menu on a robocall from 0351772824?
Pressing a menu option on a robocall from 03 5177 2824 confirms your number is active, which increases your risk of receiving more scam calls from this group and others who buy validated contact lists. While pressing a key itself does not directly compromise your safety, it does make you a higher-value target. If you accidentally pressed a key, block the number immediately and monitor your accounts for suspicious activity.
How do I verify if I actually have an OSHC insurance problem without contacting 03 5177 2824?
If you hold OSHC insurance, log into your provider's official website using credentials you set up yourself, or call the provider using a phone number from your policy documents or their official website. Never use contact details from a voicemail, SMS, or call claiming to be from 0351772824. If you are not an overseas student, you do not hold OSHC, so any claim about an OSHC problem is automatically a scam.