- Spam
- Uncertain
Community reports for 0440 136 042 (0440136042): Repeated calls from wine club with robotic messages. Multiple numbers used, contributors have blocked repeatedly.
Wine Club Nuisance Reports for 0440 136 042
Three contributors have reported calls from 0440 136 042 (also written as 0440136042), identifying the caller as a wine club operation using repeated contact attempts across multiple phone numbers. One contributor has already blocked the number alongside related contacts, indicating persistent unwanted contact despite previous requests to stop.
The pattern suggests an organised calling campaign rather than isolated nuisance calls. Multiple similar numbers are being used from the same 0440 range, with 0440 136 042 being one of several used to contact the same person. This tactic of rotating numbers makes it difficult for recipients to block all contact points from a single sender.
What Callers from 0440 136 042 Say
The voicemail messages left by 0440 136 042 are automated, with robotic recordings asking questions like "can you hear me" or introducing themselves as being from "a club". One contributor described receiving bot-generated messages that lack the personalization of a human caller, consistent with large-scale telemarketing operations using call centres and recorded prompts.
Contributors report no clear value proposition or specific offer mentioned in the messages from 0440 136 042 - just generic greetings and capability checks typical of robocall systems testing line connectivity or routing calls to available agents.
Repeated Numbers and Call Patterns
The contributor who blocked 0440 136 042 noted they were already managing contact attempts from related numbers in the same range: 0440132627, 0440131711, and 0440135423. This suggests the wine club is using multiple Optus mobile numbers simultaneously to reach the same person, likely assigned to different agents or calling batches.
One contributor received missed calls from 0440 136 042 without voicemail follow-up, while another reported receiving bot messages that appear automatically generated rather than agent-delivered. The variation in contact methods (missed calls, voicemails with robotic messages) indicates use of both manual dialling and automated systems.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 0440 136 042
If 0440 136 042 calls you:
- Do not: Return the call, engage with automated prompts, or provide personal information
- Do: Let it go to voicemail, block the number immediately, and block related numbers if they call (0440132627, 0440131711, 0440135423)
- Do: Consider blocking the entire 0440 range if calls persist from multiple similar numbers
If you do not recognise the caller and no voicemail is left, ignoring the call is your safest option. Do not return unknown numbers, as this confirms your line is active and may result in more calls.
What to Do If You Receive an SMS from 0440 136 042
If 0440 136 042 sends you a text message:
- Do not: Click any links, reply to the message, or call the number back
- Do: Report the SMS as spam to your mobile provider (Optus) and delete the message
- Do: Forward unsolicited SMS to 0429 999 888 (ACMA spam reporting)
Robocall operations sometimes follow up with text messages to avoid detection. Do not engage with any follow-up contact.
How to Report 0440 136 042
If you receive unwanted calls from 0440 136 042, you can report the number through several channels:
- Do Not Call Register: Register your number at donotcall.gov.au to lodge a complaint about persistent unwanted calls. If 0440 136 042 calls after 30 days, you may have grounds for enforcement action.
- ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority): Report the number at acma.gov.au/complaints. ACMA investigates complaints about telemarketing and unwanted calls.
- Optus (your provider): Contact Optus directly to report the calls, as they may be able to take action against the account holder using 0440 136 042.
- Reverseau: Contribute your experience with 0440 136 042 to help other Australians identify unwanted callers.
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WRITE A REVIEWRatings Distribution
What Our Users Reviewed
They are ringing with 0440.
0440132627.
0440131711.
0440135423.
0440136042.
If that stupid wine club... They need to piss off, already blocked them via another numbers/emails/sms.
Got a series of rings from a bunch of related numbers
Bot leaving messages like oh hey it's someone from a club or can you hear me type stuff
Couldn't say who rang, didn't answer it, no message or text followed
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
Is 0440 136 042 a legitimate wine club number?
Community reports indicate 0440 136 042 is being used for unwanted wine club contact, not a customer service line for an existing member. The contributor who reported 0440 136 042 explicitly stated they did not consent to contact and have blocked the number. If you are a wine club member seeking support, contact them through their official website or documentation, not via an unknown number.
Why is the same wine club calling from multiple numbers like 0440 136 042?
The wine club operation appears to be using multiple Optus mobile numbers (0440132627, 0440131711, 0440135423, and 0440 136 042) to contact the same person. This rotating number tactic is common in telemarketing to bypass call blocks. When you block one number, they call from another, making it harder for recipients to stop contact.
What should I do if I keep getting calls from 0440 136 042 and similar numbers?
Block 0440 136 042 immediately in your phone settings. Document all contact attempts including dates and numbers used. Register your complaint on the Do Not Call Register at donotcall.gov.au. If calls continue after 30 days, file a complaint with ACMA at acma.gov.au/complaints mentioning all related numbers including 0440 136 042. Contact your provider Optus to report the activity.
Are the robotic messages from 0440 136 042 safe to listen to?
The voicemail messages from 0440 136 042 use automated bot recordings asking generic questions like 'can you hear me'. These are not inherently dangerous to listen to, but they confirm your line is active and may trigger more calls. Do not press any numbers or respond to prompts, as this signals an engaged recipient. Block 0440 136 042 without engaging.
Can I stop calls from 0440 136 042 by telling them to stop?
The contributor reporting 0440 136 042 stated they have already requested the wine club stop contact via multiple channels (blocked calls, emails, and SMS). Despite this, 0440 136 042 continues calling alongside related numbers. Engaging with robocalls from 0440 136 042 may not stop contact - instead, block the number and file formal complaints with the Do Not Call Register and ACMA.
Should I call back 0440 136 042 to ask them to remove my number?
No. Do not return calls to 0440 136 042. Returning the call confirms your line is active, which may increase future contact frequency. Legitimate organisations honour requests through official channels (their website contact forms or published support numbers), not through returning unsolicited calls. Instead, block 0440 136 042 and report via donotcall.gov.au or acma.gov.au/complaints.