0469 380 280 - 0469380280: ANZ Bank Impersonation Scam

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Community reports for 0469 380 280 (0469380280): Fake ANZ direct debit and account access notifications directing victims to call this number for urgent 'account security' issues.

ANZ Bank Impersonation Reports for 0469 380 280

Two contributors have reported receiving fraudulent communications claiming to be from ANZ that direct them to call 0469 380 280 (also written as 0469380280). Both reports describe classic bank impersonation tactics designed to trick account holders into calling the scammers directly, where criminals can extract sensitive banking information or payment details.

The number 0469380280 is allocated as a mobile service via Lycamobile, a pattern commonly exploited for scam campaigns since legitimate Australian banks do not use prepaid mobile numbers for customer support. Contributors report receiving both SMS and email communications referencing specific ANZ details to increase credibility.

What Callers from 0469 380 280 Claim

Contributors describe two distinct impersonation approaches using the number 0469380280:

• Direct debit fraud alert: A message claiming a suspicious direct debit of $659.27 has been applied to an ANZ account from 'AUTO WERKS LTD', instructing the recipient to call 0469 380 280 immediately with reference number RF781946
• Account access notification: An email falsely attributed to ANZ stating the account has been accessed from an unrecognised device, recommending the recipient contact 'support' at 0469380280 for assistance

Both tactics exploit urgency and concern about account security. The direct debit message uses a specific merchant name and amount to appear authentic, while the account access notification preys on fear of unauthorised account use. Neither communication came from genuine ANZ channels, and ANZ does not contact customers requesting verification via unsolicited calls to mobile numbers.

Report Patterns and Timing

Both reports were submitted within days of each other (13-16 March 2026), suggesting an active scam campaign using 0469 380 280. One contributor received the communications via email from a spoofed address (editedfeeding.emailnb.com), while the other received an SMS notification.

A key indicator of the scam's sophistication: the email impersonator did not know the victim's name, only their email address, yet still constructed a believable account security concern. This suggests the scammers are conducting broad phishing campaigns and relying on the number 0469380280 as the callback point to separate victims who fall for the lure.

What to Do If You Receive a Call from 0469 380 280

If 0469 380 280 calls you claiming to be ANZ or another financial institution:

• Do not: Answer the call, return it, or provide any account details, passwords, or personal information
• Do not: Follow any instructions to log into banking apps or websites while on the call
• Do: Hang up immediately if the caller claims to be from your bank
• Do: Block the number 0469380280 in your phone settings
• Do: Contact your bank directly using the phone number on the back of your card or their official website to verify if any suspicious activity has occurred
• Do: Never call a number provided in an unexpected SMS or email, even if it looks legitimate

What to Do If You Receive an SMS from 0469 380 280

If you receive an SMS from 0469380280 or similar claiming to be from ANZ:

• Do not: Click any links in the message
• Do not: Reply to the SMS or acknowledge receipt
• Do not: Call the number provided in the message
• Do: Forward the SMS to your bank's fraud team immediately (contact details are on your card or bank website)
• Do: Report the message as spam by forwarding it to 0429 999 888 (ACMA's spam reporting service)
• Do: Delete the message after reporting

How to Report 0469 380 280

If you receive fraudulent communications from 0469 380 280 impersonating ANZ or any other organisation:

• Report to Scamwatch: Visit scamwatch.gov.au and lodge a detailed report including screenshots of the SMS or email, the exact message content, and the date/time received. Scamwatch tracks active scam campaigns and shares intelligence with law enforcement
• Report to ACMA: Forward unwanted SMS messages to 0429 999 888 or submit complaints online at acma.gov.au. ACMA investigates breaches of the Spam Act and can take action against providers
• Report to your bank: Contact ANZ directly on the number on your card or their official website to report the impersonation attempt
• Report to ReportCyber: If you clicked any links or provided information, visit cyber.gov.au to report the cybercrime incident
• Share on Reverseau: Add your experience as a community report on this page to help other Australians identify and avoid the same scam

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