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Community reports for 03 8657 0570 (0386570570) describe persistent silent calls, disconnected callbacks, and suspicious Melbourne-based contact with no voicemail.
Silent Calls and Disconnected Number Reports for 03 8657 0570
Eleven contributors have reported activity from 03 8657 0570 (also written as 0386570570), a Melbourne-based local service number. The most striking pattern is that callers from 03 8657 0570 frequently hang up without speaking, and when recipients attempt to call back, they receive a "number not in service" or "disconnected" message. This disconnect between outgoing calls and non-functional callback capability is a significant red flag for nuisance or fraudulent activity.
The consistent inability to reach 0386570570 when calling back suggests the number may be spoofed, abandoned, or deliberately configured to prevent verification. Multiple contributors independently verified this issue by attempting callbacks, all with the same result.
What Callers from 03 8657 0570 Do
The primary behaviour reported with 03 8657 0570 is silent calls or hangups. One contributor specifically noted that the number "keeps calling but hangs up before saying anything." When calls are answered, callers provide no introduction or explanation before disconnecting.
One contributor received a call from 03 8657 0570 claiming to represent J Elliot Homewares, using the number to contact them about purchasing discounted homewares products. This suggests the number may be used for unauthorised sales calls, though the limited detail makes it difficult to confirm whether this is a scam operation or aggressive telemarketing.
The consistent pattern of unanswered calls and missing voicemails indicates callers are not interested in leaving a message or establishing genuine contact, which is typical of automated calling systems or spoofed number operations.
Call Patterns and Timing
Reports of 03 8657 0570 span from June 2024 through February 2026, indicating sustained activity over nearly two years. Calls have come through at various times, including evening hours. One contributor received a call in the evening from 03 8657 0570 with no voicemail left, while another answered a call from the same number claiming to be from Melbourne despite having no business dealings in that area.
The geographic mismatch mentioned by one contributor (receiving a call from Melbourne when they have no connections there) suggests either random targeting or data sourcing from unknown sources. Multiple contributors across different timeframes have reported the same callback disconnection issue, indicating this is not a temporary network problem but a consistent characteristic of 0386570570.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 03 8657 0570
If 03 8657 0570 calls you:
- Do not: Call the number back, as it appears to be disconnected or spoofed
- Do not: Provide any personal or financial information if you answer
- Do: Let the call go to voicemail and do not engage
- Do: Block the number immediately on your phone
- Do: Enable your phone's call screening or spam detection features
- Do: If repeated calls continue, contact your phone provider to report the activity
How to Report 03 8657 0570
If you receive unwanted calls from 03 8657 0570 or 0386570570, you can report the activity through official Australian channels:
- ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority): Report unwanted calls at acma.gov.au. The ACMA maintains a register of complaint patterns and may investigate if sufficient reports are received.
- Scamwatch: If you believe the call is part of a scam, report it to scamwatch.gov.au with details of what the caller claimed.
- Do Not Call Register: Register your number at donotcall.gov.au to opt out of telemarketing calls (though this may not prevent all nuisance calls).
- Your phone provider: Contact your provider (in this case, calls appear to come through Symbio Networks' infrastructure in Victoria) to report the number for potential blocking or investigation.
- Reverseau: Contribute your own report here to help other Australians identify this number.
Why the Callback Disconnection Matters
The fact that 03 8657 0570 cannot be reached when you call back is a critical indicator of spoofing or abandonment. Legitimate businesses maintain active phone lines for callback purposes. When a number consistently shows as "not in service" or "disconnected" on callback but originates outgoing calls, it strongly suggests the number is either spoofed (calls masked through another system) or deliberately deactivated after use. This is a common tactic to prevent tracing and complaints.
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What Our Users Reviewed
Called back and got message saying number isn't in service
Keeps calling but hangs up before saying anything
Called from Melbourne when I've got no deals down there, feels off
No voicemail left, makes me wary
Tried calling back and it was disconnected, super suspicious
Called in the evening, didn't leave a message
Phone automatically identified as scammer and blocked it
Same issue, this number is disconnected
Called back and got disconnected message
This number belongs to J Elliot Homewares, they use this number to make scam calls to sell their cheap products.
Called back, number not in service
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
What does it mean when 03 8657 0570 calls but hangs up with no message?
Silent or hang-up calls from 03 8657 0570 are typically generated by automated calling systems (robocalls) or spoofed numbers used for nuisance purposes. The caller has no intention of leaving a voicemail or having a genuine conversation. This behaviour is reported consistently by multiple contributors to Reverseau.
Why can't I call back 03 8657 0570 when it shows as disconnected?
Multiple contributors reported that 0386570570 shows as "not in service" or "disconnected" when they attempt callbacks, despite receiving outgoing calls from the number. This is a hallmark of spoofed numbers or deliberately disabled lines used to prevent verification and complaint tracing. Do not attempt repeated callbacks to 03 8657 0570, as this may confirm your number to the caller.
Is 03 8657 0570 a legitimate Melbourne business number?
0386570570 is registered as a local service number in Victoria through Symbio Networks, but the pattern of silent calls, non-functional callbacks, and lack of voicemails suggests it is not being used legitimately. One report claims it belongs to J Elliot Homewares, but the inability to verify the number when called back raises serious doubts about its authenticity.
Should I answer calls from 03 8657 0570?
No. Given the consistent reports of silent calls, hang-ups, and disconnected callbacks from 03 8657 0570, there is no benefit to answering. Let calls from 0386570570 go to voicemail, and block the number on your phone.
Could 03 8657 0570 be using my number without permission (spoofing)?
Yes. The pattern of calls from 03 8657 0570 followed by disconnected callbacks is consistent with number spoofing, where a spoofed number is used to mask the true caller identity. If you believe your number is being used for spoofing, report it to the ACMA at acma.gov.au.
What should I do if 03 8657 0570 keeps calling me repeatedly?
Block 0386570570 immediately on your phone. Do not answer or call back. If the calls persist after blocking, contact your phone provider to request additional blocking or investigation. You can also report the repeated calls to the ACMA at acma.gov.au as harassment.