- Suspicious
- Scam
Community reports for 04 8042 8039 (0480428039): Scam and nuisance calls including mysterious voicemails and persistent harassment despite blocking.
Harassing Calls from 04 8042 8039
Two contributors have flagged the mobile number 04 8042 8039 (also written as 0480428039) for nuisance and scam activity. The reports describe a pattern of intrusive behaviour, including mysterious voicemails and calls that continue even after being blocked. One contributor noted the caller uses urgency-based tactics, suggesting this may be more than a simple wrong number.
The Telstra mobile number 0480428039 appears designed to bypass standard blocking measures, as at least one contributor reported ongoing harassment despite having blocked 04 8042 8039 previously.
What Callers from 04 8042 8039 Do
One contributor received a two-minute voicemail from 04 8042 8039 containing only hold music before a brief "hello" and disconnection. This pattern is typical of automated systems testing active numbers or low-effort scam campaigns that rely on callbacks.
The second report describes more aggressive behaviour. This contributor blocked 0480428039 but continued receiving calls from the same number. The caller employed urgency tactics, suggesting they were trying to pressure the recipient into immediate action or payment. The fact that calls persisted despite blocking indicates either deliberate harassment or use of systems designed to circumvent standard call-blocking features.
Report Patterns
One report came through voicemail on 23 October 2025, while the other involved a call the contributor answered, dating to 18 December 2024. The six-month span between reports suggests either sporadic activity or that contributors may be encountering 04 8042 8039 during different phases of a campaign. Both reports originate from a Telstra mobile service, which is commonly used by scammers due to ease of acquisition.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 04 8042 8039
If 04 8042 8039 calls you:
- Do not: Answer if the number is unknown, return the call, or respond to any voicemail requests
- Do: Block the number immediately in your phone's settings, let calls go to voicemail, and consider reporting to your provider if calls persist after blocking
- Watch for: High-pressure language or urgency claims ("act now", "limited time", "immediate payment required") - these are scam hallmarks
If 0480428039 continues calling after you've blocked it, contact your mobile provider (Telstra in this case) to report persistent harassment.
What to Do If You Receive an SMS from 04 8042 8039
If you receive a text message from 04 8042 8039 or 0480428039:
- Do not: Click any links, reply to the message, or call the number back
- Do: Delete the message, block the number, and report it as spam to your provider
- Forward to: ACMA's SMS reporting service at 0429 999 888 if it contains scam or spam content
How to Report 04 8042 8039
If you've experienced calls or messages from 04 8042 8039 (0480428039), report it through these Australian resources:
- Scamwatch: scamwatch.gov.au - report scam calls and receive advice on recovery steps
- ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority): acma.gov.au - file formal complaints about harassment and persistent unwanted calls
- Telstra (your provider): Contact Telstra directly to report the mobile number for persistent harassment or breach of service terms
- Reverseau: Add your own report about 04 8042 8039 to help other Australians identify this number
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What Our Users Reviewed
Voicemail with two minutes of hold music then just said hello and hung up
blocked this number but they keep calling, keeps harassing despite being blocked
Message pretending to be Linkt saying I have overdue account from December with a URL included that I shouldn't click
claimed to be Linkt about unpaid toll, but my toll is with different company, suspect phishing
Call about an outstanding Linkt amount from December, feels dodgy
SMS about overdue Linkt account from December with a URL to click - suspicious
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
Why does 04 8042 8039 keep calling after I blocked it?
At least one contributor reported that 0480428039 continued calling despite being blocked. This suggests either: the scammer is using multiple variations of the number, the blocking didn't fully take effect, or they're deliberately trying to reach you through persistence. Contact your mobile provider to request they block the number at the network level, not just on your phone. For Telstra customers, report the harassment directly to their fraud team.
What was that voicemail with hold music from 04 8042 8039?
One contributor received a two-minute voicemail from 04 8042 8039 that contained only hold music followed by a brief "hello" and disconnection. This is a common scam tactic used to verify that your number is active and monitored. The caller may follow up with more aggressive contact. Delete similar voicemails and block the number immediately.
Is 0480428039 a scam or just a nuisance call?
Community reports suggest 0480428039 involves both nuisance activity (mysterious voicemails) and scam behaviour (persistent harassing calls using urgency tactics). The combination of hold-music voicemails and forced persistence despite blocking indicates deliberate malicious intent rather than accidental misdials. Treat it as a scam risk and avoid any engagement.
Why would a scammer use urgency tactics?
Urgency tactics (demanding immediate action, claiming time limits, threatening consequences) are designed to bypass your rational thinking. Contributors reporting 04 8042 8039 indicate the caller used such pressure, which is a strong indicator of scam activity. Legitimate organisations rarely demand immediate decisions over the phone. Hang up if you hear urgent language from 0480428039 and verify any claims through official channels.
Should I report this to ACMA?
Yes. If 04 8042 8039 has harassed you, report it to ACMA (acma.gov.au), especially if the calls continued after you blocked the number. ACMA investigates persistent unwanted calls and can escalate cases to law enforcement. Include details like dates, times, and what the caller said when you report 0480428039.
What's the difference between scam and nuisance on Reverseau for 04 8042 8039?
The two reports for 04 8042 8039 reflect different aspects of the same problem. The nuisance category covers the mysterious voicemail with hold music and hanging up (low-level intrusion). The scam category reflects the persistent harassing calls using urgency tactics despite blocking, which suggests deliberate fraudulent intent. Together, they paint a picture of a number engaged in aggressive, unwanted contact.