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Community report for 04 6816 5521 (0468165521): Spoofed calls from South Korea by Alto Property despite Do Not Call Register registration.
Spoofed Spam Reports for 04 6816 5521
One contributor has reported receiving calls from 04 6816 5521 (also written as 0468165521) despite being registered on the Australian Do Not Call Register. The contributor identified the actual source of the spoofed calls as Alto Property, a Queensland-based business operating from Level 2, 8 Clunies Ross Court, Eight Mile Plains QLD 4113.
According to the report, when the contributor contacted the principal of Alto Property directly, the business admitted that calls to 0468165521 were being made from South Korea. This suggests the spoofing is deliberate, potentially to circumvent Australian telecommunications law and enforcement by the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA).
What the Contributor Experienced
The contributor received a call on 04 6816 5521 despite their number being on the national Do Not Call Register. When they investigated the spoofed number and contacted Alto Property directly at 0467 048 837 (principal Joshua Kim, joshua.kim@altoproperty.com), the business confirmed the calls originated from South Korea rather than Australia.
This pattern indicates the caller was deliberately using a spoofed Australian phone number to mask the international origin of the call, making it appear as though calls to 0468165521 were coming from within Australia. The use of a South Korean origination point may be a deliberate strategy to avoid direct ACMA regulation and Australian consumer protection laws.
Report Details and Context
The report regarding 04 6816 5521 was received in January 2026 from someone who had taken active steps to identify the source. Unlike many spam reports where the origin remains unknown, this contributor traced the spoofed calls back to a specific business entity with an Australian ABN and contact details. The fact that Alto Property admitted to originating calls from South Korea when confronted directly provides clear evidence of the spoofing practice.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 04 6816 5521
If 0468165521 calls you:
- Do not: Engage with the caller, provide any personal information, or return the call
- Do: Let it go to voicemail, block the number immediately, and note the time and date of the call
- Do: Check if you are registered on the Do Not Call Register at donotcall.gov.au - if you are and still receive calls, this strengthens your complaint
- Do: Save any voicemail or SMS records as evidence if you decide to report
How to Report 04 6816 5521
If you receive unwanted calls from 04 6816 5521 or 0468165521, report the activity to Australian authorities:
- ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority): Report spam calls and spoofing at acma.gov.au. Include the date, time, and what was said during the call
- Do Not Call Register: If you are registered and still receive calls, lodge a complaint at donotcall.gov.au
- Scamwatch: If the call involved a scam attempt, report it at scamwatch.gov.au
- Reverseau: Share your experience with this number on Reverseau to help other Australians identify spoofed callers
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What Our Users Reviewed
Received this call despite being on the do not call register. As noted by other reports, this number is spoofed. The actual call was actually from South Korea. The business that is doing this is "Alto Property" Level 2,8 Clunies Ross Court Eight Mile Plains QLD 4113. ABN: 53687667821. Principal is Joshua Kim 0467 048 837 joshua.kim@altoproperty.com. When I rang Mr Kim to complain, he admitted that the call was made from South Korea. I can only assume to avoid Australian Law.
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
Is 04 6816 5521 a real Australian number?
No. According to the community report for 0468165521, the number is spoofed. The actual calls originate from South Korea but appear to come from 04 6816 5521 to mask their international origin. Alto Property, a Queensland business, admitted to making these spoofed calls.
Can I be protected by the Do Not Call Register from 0468165521?
The Do Not Call Register should provide protection, but as the contributor's experience shows, spoofed calls from overseas sources sometimes bypass this protection. If you are registered and 04 6816 5521 still calls you, report it to both the Do Not Call Register (donotcall.gov.au) and ACMA (acma.gov.au).
What is Alto Property and why are they calling from South Korea?
Alto Property is a Queensland-based business located at Level 2, 8 Clunies Ross Court, Eight Mile Plains QLD 4113 (ABN: 53687667821). According to the report, when contacted about calls from 0468165521, the principal admitted the calls originate from South Korea. This appears to be an attempt to avoid Australian law enforcement.
What should I do if I receive a call from 04 6816 5521?
Do not answer or engage with the caller. Block 0468165521 on your phone immediately. If you are on the Do Not Call Register and still receive calls, file a complaint with ACMA at acma.gov.au and the Do Not Call Register at donotcall.gov.au. Report your experience on Reverseau to alert other Australians.
How can I verify if a call from 04 6816 5521 is spoofed?
If the call quality is poor, has delays, or background noise typical of overseas calls, it may be spoofed. You can also try calling the number back - spoofed numbers often do not accept incoming calls. If you suspect spoofing, report it to ACMA at acma.gov.au with details about the call quality and timing.
Can I contact Alto Property directly about 0468165521 calls?
The business details from the community report are: Level 2, 8 Clunies Ross Court, Eight Mile Plains QLD 4113. The principal is Joshua Kim (0467 048 837, joshua.kim@altoproperty.com). However, given the admission that calls originate from South Korea, contacting them directly may not stop the spoofed calls. It is better to report to ACMA and block 04 6816 5521 on your phone.