04 8598 0379 - 0485980379: Suspicious Activity Reports

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9 community reports for 04 8598 0379 (0485980379) describing blank voicemails, callback scams, and suspicious calls claiming to be from iCare.

Suspicious Activity Reports for 04 8598 0379

Nine contributors have reported activity from 04 8598 0379 (also written as 0485980379) that raises significant concerns. The reports paint a picture of deceptive calling patterns, including blank or near-blank voicemails, callback scam mechanics, and impersonation claims. One contributor described the overall impression as 'screamed scam all over', while others noted the number behaves inconsistently across different contact attempts.

The allocation data shows 0485980379 is registered as a mobile number through Pivotel Satellite, though the inconsistent behaviour and failed callback responses suggest the number may be spoofed or misallocated.

What Callers from 04 8598 0379 Have Done

Several contributors report receiving voicemails from 04 8598 0379 with little to no content. One voicemail left at 7:15 PM was completely blank with no audio. Another voicemail was also silent, but the contributor could hear a call centre environment in the background with someone speaking with an Indian accent.

One caller claimed to be 'James from iCare' and repeatedly contacted a contributor, hanging up when told the person was not interested. This caller exhibited persistence despite being told to stop, consistent with nuisance call patterns.

A separate report mentions a voicemail asking if the recipient was familiar with 'hoopla', which the contributor found suspicious. When one contributor attempted to call 04 8598 0379 back, the number auto-disconnected without ringing. Another callback attempt yielded a 'call back later' message, and a third callback attempt (from a different number) resulted in a Telstra message saying the number was not available on their network.

Call Patterns and Timing

The reports span from June 2024 to November 2025, suggesting ongoing activity from this number. Most of the activity clustered around mid-June 2024, with a gap before more recent reports in mid-2025.

Voicemails were left during evening hours (7:15 PM and 10:32 PM), which is typical of automated or offshore call centre operations. The blank or near-blank voicemail pattern is commonly associated with robocall systems testing line validity or callback scam setups where callers rely on recipients returning the call to an expensive or premium line.

Contributors reported receiving both missed calls and answered calls from 0485980379. The inconsistency in how the number behaves when called back (no ringing, auto-disconnect, 'call back later' message, Telstra unavailability) suggests a deliberate obfuscation tactic rather than a legitimate service.

What to Do If You Receive a Call from 04 8598 0379

If 04 8598 0379 calls you:

• Do not: Return missed calls to this number, as callback scams rely on recipients initiating contact to expensive or premium lines
• Do not: Engage with voicemails asking personal questions or mentioning unfamiliar services like 'hoopla'
• Do not: Share any personal or financial information if you answer
• Do: Let calls go to voicemail and review the content before responding
• Do: Block the number immediately if you receive repeated calls after declining
• Do: Check your phone bill for any unexpected charges if you accidentally called back

Silent Calls and Blank Voicemails

The pattern of blank or nearly-blank voicemails is a red flag. Legitimate businesses always leave a message identifying themselves. When combined with failed callbacks and inconsistent number allocation data, this strongly suggests 04 8598 0379 is being used for callback scams or robocall testing.

One contributor noted that calling the number back resulted in auto-disconnect before it even rang, which is a deliberate technical setup designed to prevent people from verifying legitimacy. This is not how standard business numbers operate.

How to Report 04 8598 0379

If you receive unwanted calls from 04 8598 0379, report the activity to relevant Australian authorities:

• ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority): Report the call to acma.gov.au - ACMA investigates breaches of telemarketing and Do Not Call rules
• Scamwatch: Report to scamwatch.gov.au if you believe the call is part of a scam or impersonation attempt
• ReportCyber: If the call involved phishing, credential harvesting, or other cyber threats, report to cyber.gov.au
• Do Not Call Register: Register your number at donotcall.gov.au to reduce telemarketing calls
• Your phone provider: Report the number to your carrier (e.g., Telstra, Vodafone, Optus) to request blocking
• Reverseau: Help other Australians by contributing your experience with 0485980379 to the community

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