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36 community reports for 08 8470 6959 (0884706959): Unwanted survey calls, continued calling after blocking, Do Not Call Register violations, and harassment of elderly residents.
Persistent Survey Calls from 08 8470 6959
Thirty-six contributors have reported calls from 08 8470 6959 (also written as 0884706959), a South Australian local service number. The reports paint a consistent picture of aggressive, persistent calling behaviour that continues even after contributors block the number. While some callers have claimed affiliation with SA Health or government health policy surveys, the frequency and persistence of contact suggests this is unwanted telemarketing rather than legitimate research.
One contributor flagged that they received nine additional calls over four days from 0884706959 despite blocking the number, and another noted continued blocked call notifications even after attempting to prevent contact. The pattern indicates a robocall or automated dialling system that ignores blocking and Do Not Call Register status.
What Callers from 08 8470 6959 Claim
Contributors report that callers from 08 8470 6959 typically claim to be conducting surveys related to government health policies or SA Health. One contributor received what appeared to be a legitimate call from someone identifying as McNair conducting a serious government health policy survey, though the overall pattern from this number suggests most calls are unwanted telemarketing disguised as research.
The reported behaviour involves callers pushing recipients to complete a 15-minute survey, with multiple contributors noting that callers refuse to accept refusals. One elderly contributor reported that a caller from 08 8470 6959 claimed to have permission from the Do Not Call Register to make the call, then continued calling three times in a single day despite repeated rejection. Another contributor described the caller as creating artificial urgency, pushing the survey completion without accepting no as an answer.
Call Patterns, Persistence and Targeting
The calling behaviour from 0884706959 is characterised by extreme persistence. Multiple contributors report near-daily calls, with one noting calls almost every day. One contributor documented receiving four calls in a single week from 08 8470 6959. A business owner reported the number calling multiple times a week, always hanging up without leaving a message. Several contributors indicated they've blocked 0884706959 multiple times, yet continue receiving missed call notifications, suggesting automated redialling circumvents standard blocking.
One particularly concerning report involved repeated calls to an 82-year-old contributor three times in one day, with the caller falsely claiming Do Not Call Register permission. Another contributor reported that despite being registered on the Do Not Call Register, they continued receiving calls from 08 8470 6959 and related SMS messages. The pattern indicates the calling entity either ignores Do Not Call obligations or operates outside the Register's scope.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 08 8470 6959
If 08 8470 6959 calls you:
- Do not: Agree to surveys, provide personal information, or engage with the caller's urgency tactics
- Do: Let the call go to voicemail, hang up immediately if you do answer, and block the number on your phone
- Do: Verify any claimed affiliation (SA Health, government agencies) by calling those organisations directly on their official numbers - never use numbers provided by the caller
- Do: Record the date, time, and caller's stated purpose in case you need to file a formal complaint
- Do not: Return any calls from 0884706959 or similar numbers, as this confirms your number is active
- Do: Be especially cautious if the caller targets elderly or vulnerable household members, and encourage them to hang up without engaging
What to Do If You Receive an SMS from 08 8470 6959
If you receive text messages from 08 8470 6959 or related numbers:
- Do not: Click any links or reply to the message
- Do: Delete the message immediately
- Do: Forward the SMS to 0429 999 888 (ACMA's spam report number) and include the number 0884706959 in your report
- Do: Block the sender in your phone's messaging app
How to Report 08 8470 6959
If you've received unwanted calls from 08 8470 6959, report them through these Australian government channels:
- Do Not Call Register complaint: Visit donotcall.gov.au or call 1300 792 958 to report violations of the Do Not Call Register. If callers falsely claim Do Not Call Register authorisation (as reported in calls to 0884706959), this is a specific violation worth flagging.
- ACMA complaint: The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) handles complaints about nuisance calls and messages. Report at acma.gov.au or use their online complaint form.
- Scamwatch: While some calls from 08 8470 6959 appear to be telemarketing rather than scams, any call claiming false government affiliation or using threatening language should be reported at scamwatch.gov.au.
- Local police: If harassment from 0884706959 is persistent and distressing (particularly if targeting elderly household members), contact your local South Australian police non-emergency line.
- Reverseau contribution: Report your experience with 08 8470 6959 on Reverseau to help other South Australians identify this number and contribute to the community intelligence about its calling behaviour.
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What Our Users Reviewed
Blocked this ages ago and they're still calling
Called claiming to be doing a survey for SA Health, but you never know nowadays
Called me 4 times in a week, avoid answering cause they seem dodgy
survey call that became harassing, they called once then nine more times over four days even after I blocked them
Frustrated with daily calls, planning to contact police if they call again
McNair called with serious survey about government health policies
Keeps calling multiple times a day even after I blocked them, also getting text messages, registered on do not call list
Persistently calling, even after blocking still getting missed call notifications
Scammers, blocked
Constantly calling my business multiple times a week, always hangs up
Calls almost every day pushing me to do 15-minute survey, won't take no for answer
Repeatedly calling my 82-year-old father three times in one day claiming permission from Do Not Call register, continuing even after he said no. harassment
caller keeps bothering me with phone calls
Called 3 x.... Now blocked.
multiple missed call notifications but phone never actually rang
call before 10 AM on a Sunday, seemed suspicious
called me several times over two weeks, hangs up after two rings, no voicemail
McNair calling about surveys, we're on the do not call register, they shouldn't be calling
Keeps leaving voicemails, blocked the number
McNair keeps calling every day, sometimes more than once, even though I've blocked them
Nine calls in the last 5 days, this is harassment
At least 3 calls per day, never answered, blocked but they keep sending notifications. also got texts from McNair, responded STOP but got another text anyway
Number has called me everyday for the past 4 days always after noon. Will be blocking.
caller recorded my voice, played it back, hung up, appears to be identity theft tactic
Multiple calls over last few days, no one speaks when I answer
Received five telemarketing calls in last three days including over weekend
Rude calls in evening claiming to survey the area, disconnect abruptly, supervisor line didn't answer
Received 4 calls in last 2-3 days, every time hang up immediately without saying anything
Number keeps calling despite being on Do Not Call registry. no representative on line, just surveys. very annoying
This number has called me twice tonight the second time no one was there.
I used Google call screen and this number hung up.
two calls today, each time I answered they just hung up without saying anything
Called me 12 times in 9 days at different times, coming up as McNair Surveys, no voicemail, blocking
Multiple calls from this number, every time I answered the call disconnected straight away
Multiple calls over the past week, they hang up when I answer
Got a call today, no message left
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
Who is calling from 08 8470 6959?
The number 0884706959 is registered to AAPT Limited, a South Australian local service provider. Callers have claimed affiliation with SA Health or government health policy surveys, though most reports indicate this is unwanted telemarketing. One contributor's experience with a legitimate-sounding McNair survey suggests the number may be leased to or used by a research or survey organisation, but the overwhelming pattern of 36 reports shows the primary behaviour is aggressive, persistent calling that ignores blocking and Do Not Call status.
Why does 08 8470 6959 keep calling even after I've blocked it?
Multiple contributors report that blocking 0884706959 does not stop the calls. Several described continuing to receive missed call notifications despite blocking. This suggests the caller is using automated or robocall technology that reattempts contact and may cycle through slight variations of the number or use a predictive dialler. ACMA reports that some telemarketing operations deliberately ignore phone blocking. Reporting to the Do Not Call Register and ACMA (acma.gov.au) is essential, as persistent calling after blocking may constitute harassment.
Is 08 8470 6959 a legitimate SA Health survey?
While one contributor reported what sounded like a legitimate government health policy survey from someone named McNair, the overall pattern from 0884706959 indicates unwanted telemarketing. Legitimate SA Health or government surveys typically provide official contact details and respect refusals on first contact. If 08 8470 6959 calls claiming SA Health affiliation, do not engage. Instead, contact SA Health directly using their publicly listed phone number to verify any legitimate survey. The Do Not Call Register violations reported by callers from 0884706959 strongly suggest this is not a legitimate government operation.
Can 08 8470 6959 legally call me if I'm on the Do Not Call Register?
No. If you are registered on the Do Not Call Register (donotcall.gov.au), telemarketers should not call you. However, one contributor reported that a caller from 0884706959 falsely claimed Do Not Call Register permission and continued calling three times in one day after rejection. This is a violation. Report this specific behaviour to the Do Not Call Register at 1300 792 958 or donotcall.gov.au, mentioning that the caller from 08 8470 6959 falsely invoked Do Not Call Register authority. This strengthens enforcement action against 0884706959.
What should I do if 08 8470 6959 is harassing elderly family members?
One 82-year-old contributor reported being called three times in one day by 08 8470 6959 with false Do Not Call Register claims, which constitutes harassment. If elderly or vulnerable household members are being repeatedly targeted by 0884706959, take these steps: (1) help them block the number on their phone; (2) report to the Do Not Call Register at donotcall.gov.au emphasising the targeting of an elderly person; (3) file a complaint with ACMA at acma.gov.au; (4) contact your local South Australian police non-emergency line if the calls are distressing or threatening. Document dates, times, and the exact statements made by callers from 08 8470 6959 to support your complaint.
Should I answer if 08 8470 6959 calls me?
No. Contributors consistently report that engaging with 0884706959 results in more calls, not fewer. If you answer, do not agree to surveys, provide personal information, or engage with the caller's statements. If you don't recognise the number, let it go to voicemail. If you do answer a call from 08 8470 6959, hang up immediately without responding. Do not press any numbers, as this may confirm your number is active and lead to more automated calls. Block 0884706959 on your phone, register with the Do Not Call Register, and report to ACMA.