- Uncertain
- Spam
- Suspicious
Community reports for 03 9003 8278 (0390038278): robocalls claiming to be from IPA and icare, silent calls, and voicemails that hang up immediately.
Robocall and Silent Call Reports for 03 9003 8278
Four contributors have reported calls from 03 9003 8278 (also written as 0390038278) exhibiting classic robocall and silent call behaviour. The pattern involves automated or pre-recorded systems claiming to represent icare or IPA, followed by immediate disconnections when answered. One report described a voicemail from someone identifying as James that disconnects mid-message, while another contributor experienced a silent call that hung up as soon as they picked up.
The tactics used with 0390038278 suggest systematic automated dialling rather than genuine business inquiries. Multiple contributors noted that calls appear designed to establish connection without meaningful engagement.
What Callers from 03 9003 8278 Say
One contributor received a voicemail from 03 9003 8278 where a person identifying as James from IPA left a message saying "Hi it's James from IPA, how are you" before hanging up. The message pattern suggests either a recording that cuts off prematurely or deliberate abandonment after the greeting.
Another caller claimed to be James from icare but produced audio so poor the recipient couldn't hear them, then immediately disconnected. Contributors report no clear purpose stated before the call ends.
Report Patterns and Timing
The four reports span from mid-February through late March, with one contributor noting multiple calls within a single week. One report explicitly mentioned receiving repeated calls from 0390038278. The calls arrive across different times and channels (voicemail, answered calls, missed calls), suggesting an automated campaign rather than manual outreach.
Three of the four reports involve either silent calls, immediate hang-ups, or disconnections mid-message. One contributor described the experience as unsolicited with no message left, characteristic of robocall farm patterns.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 03 9003 8278
If 03 9003 8278 calls you:
- Do not: Engage with the caller, return the call, or follow any instructions given
- Do: Let it go to voicemail, hang up immediately if answered, and block the number on your phone
- Do: Note the date and time of the call if it happens multiple times
- Do not: Press any numbers in response to prompts, as this confirms your number is active
Silent calls and immediate disconnections from 0390038278 are designed to test whether your number is monitored. Blocking prevents future contact attempts.
What to Do If You Receive an SMS from 03 9003 8278
While current reports involve calls, if you receive an SMS from 03 9003 8278:
- Do not: Click any links or reply to the message
- Do: Block the number immediately in your phone settings
- Do: Report it as spam by forwarding to 0429 999 888 (ACMA spam reporting)
How to Report 03 9003 8278
If you receive unwanted calls from 03 9003 8278, report them through these Australian channels:
- ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority) - acma.gov.au - formal complaints about phone harassment
- Scamwatch - scamwatch.gov.au - if you suspect a scam attempt
- Do Not Call Register - donotcall.gov.au - to lodge complaints about unsolicited marketing calls
- Reverseau - contribute your own report about 0390038278 to help other Australians identify this number
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WRITE A REVIEWRatings Distribution
What Our Users Reviewed
Don't answer numbers I don't know, reckon it's spam or telemarketer
Bloke named James from an insurer ringing on yet another number, I was cranky and asked them to stop calling
Calls often, message left saying Hi it's James from IPA, how are you, then hangs up
Call from James at Icare, couldn't hear me then hung up
Unsolicited phone call, did not leave message.
As soon as I answered they hung up
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
What does 03 9003 8278 want when they call?
Based on community reports, callers from 03 9003 8278 appear to use automated systems that don't establish clear purpose. One report described a greeting from someone claiming to be James from IPA, but the call disconnected. No contributor has reported a complete conversation about an actual service or offer, suggesting 0390038278 is a robocall campaign testing active numbers rather than making genuine business inquiries.
Why does the call from 03 9003 8278 hang up immediately?
Silent calls and immediate disconnections from 03 9003 8278 are typical of robocall operations. The disconnect pattern serves two purposes: it avoids lengthy conversation where the caller might be traced or reported, and it confirms your number is monitored and belongs to a real person. This information makes your number more valuable for resale to other scammers.
Is 0390038278 actually from icare or IPA?
Callers claiming to represent icare or IPA when calling from 0390038278 are likely impersonating these organisations. If you need to contact icare or IPA, call them directly using numbers from their official websites rather than returning calls from 03 9003 8278. Genuine business inquiries don't typically result in silent calls or immediate hang-ups.
Should I block 03 9003 8278?
Yes. With four separate reports of robocalls, silent calls, and voicemail hang-ups from 03 9003 8278, blocking 0390038278 in your phone settings is recommended. Contributors who blocked the number prevented further repeated calls, which one report indicated was happening within the same week.
What should I do if I already answered the call from 03 9003 8278?
If you answered a call from 03 9003 8278, hang up immediately and do not provide any information. Do not call the number back. Block 0390038278 in your phone to prevent further contact. If you're concerned about any information you may have shared, monitor your accounts and consider reporting to ACMA at acma.gov.au.
Why does 03 9003 8278 leave voicemails that just say hello?
Voicemails from 03 9003 8278 that contain only a greeting before disconnecting serve a similar purpose to silent calls. They confirm your number is active and monitored. The greeting "Hi it's James from IPA" creates minimal liability while achieving the goal of verifying your number exists, which robocall operations use for targeting and resale.