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14 community reports for 03 7068 5820 (0370685820) describing ANZ impersonation, fake research centre calls, and threats. Number returns 'not in service' when called back.
ANZ Impersonation and Research Centre Scams Targeting 03 7068 5820
Community reports for 03 7068 5820 (also written as 0370685820) reveal a pattern of impersonation scams targeting Victorians through this Symbio Networks local service number. The most serious reports involve callers claiming to be Brenda from ANZ, alleging unauthorised debits of $2,000 from contributors' accounts. When recipients called back to verify with 03 7068 5820, they reached an automated message stating the number is not in service, a classic indicator of spoofed caller ID.
Alongside the ANZ impersonation attempts, multiple contributors report calls from 0370685820 falsely claiming to represent an "Australian Research Centre" or "Australian Research Center," requesting cost-of-living information. Several of these proved to be automated robocalls that persisted despite being told to stop. One contributor noted the caller "wouldn't take a hint," while another reported two quick successive calls from the same fraudulent entity.
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After it had rang 3 times I answered by just saying Hallo but they disconnected, have now blocked the number.
Tried ringing back, line's disconnected
Phone blocked as scam at 5 pm, tried calling back and got dead silence
Called while I was at work, hung up on them
Got a call while in cardiac ward at RHH, no message left, don't recognise the number
Called claiming to interview me about cost of living. sounds like a scam
Called back after missed call, they said I supposedly bought $5000 worth of illegal items
Pretended to want to interview me about living costs but it was an automated bot, wouldn't take a hint, thinking of reporting to ACMA
Two quick calls claiming to be from Australian Research Centre, asking cost of living questions, blocked as spam
Tried calling back, got automated message saying number not in service
"Australian Research Center" fishing for info. I gave them my best Beavis impersonation. Block the number.
Missed call, called back got message saying not in service
Claims to represent an Australian research center but believe they're scammers
0370685820 was Brenda from the ANZ telling me $2,000 was debited from my account. I rang the number back and number is not in service.
Caller claimed to be Brenda from ANZ saying $2000 was debited from account. called back and number not in service
Two messages come in quick succession. Both say number is not in use and has been disconnected.1st message Australian male voice 2nd voice female American.
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Why does 03 7068 5820 say 'not in service' when I call it back?
This is a telltale sign of caller ID spoofing. Scammers use technology to make their calls appear to come from 0370685820, but the actual number either doesn't exist, isn't theirs, or is set up to reject incoming calls. When you call back, the spoofed number naturally fails or routes to an error message. Never assume a number is legitimate just because it called you first.
I received a call from 'Brenda at ANZ' claiming $2,000 was debited from my account. Was it real?
Based on 14 community reports about 03 7068 5820, this is a confirmed scam. Multiple contributors reported the exact same claim ('Brenda from ANZ, $2,000 debited'). ANZ will never call you first with account warnings; they will contact you through verified channels. Hang up immediately, block 0370685820, then call ANZ directly using the number on your card to verify your account is safe.
What should I do if I already gave information to the caller from 03 7068 5820?
Act quickly: contact your bank immediately using the number on your card (not any number provided by the caller); monitor your accounts for unauthorised transactions; consider placing a fraud alert with your bank; change passwords for financial accounts; and report the call to ACMA (acma.gov.au) and Scamwatch (scamwatch.gov.au). If you shared sensitive information like passwords or card details, your bank may need to issue a replacement card.
Is 'Australian Research Centre' calling from 03 7068 5820 a legitimate survey?
No. Multiple reports confirm that 0370685820 has been used by scammers impersonating an 'Australian Research Centre' or 'Australian Research Center' requesting cost-of-living information. One contributor identified this as an automated robocall. Legitimate research organisations identify themselves clearly, do not use spoofed numbers that fail when called back, and do not rely on robocalls. Block 03 7068 5820 if they call again.
A caller from 03 7068 5820 threatened legal action about illegal purchases. Is this real?
No. This is an intimidation tactic used by scammers using 0370685820. One contributor reported being told they supposedly bought $5,000 worth of illegal items and faced consequences. Scammers have no legal authority to threaten arrest, prosecution, or legal action. Hang up, block the number, and do not engage. If you're concerned, contact Australian Federal Police at afp.gov.au or your state police, not the caller.
Should I block 03 7068 5820 or keep the number to see who calls?
Block 0370685820 immediately. With 14 confirmed reports of scams and impersonation from this number, there is no legitimate reason to receive a call from it. Blocking prevents accidental answers and removes the temptation to call back. You've already been warned by the community reports; use that information to protect yourself rather than engaging further with the number.