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Community reports for 08 9992 6579 (0899926579) describe spam calls, silent calls with no response, and one suspicious impersonation claim from a WA number.
Spam and Silent Call Reports for 08 9992 6579
Five contributors have reported calls from 08 9992 6579 (also written as 0899926579), a Western Australian local service number allocated to Symbio Networks. The reports indicate a pattern of unwanted calls, including silent calls where no one responds, telemarketing attempts, and at least one suspicious claim of impersonation.
The most distinctive report came from a contributor who answered a call from 0899926579 and experienced complete silence on the other end. This silent call pattern, combined with multiple spam reports about the same number, suggests potential automated calling activity rather than direct sales attempts.
What Callers from 08 9992 6579 Say
When contributors from Western Australia have answered 08 9992 6579, the experiences vary significantly. One contributor reported the caller claimed to be from "Yuna WA" but noted the claim did not seem legitimate. Another contributor described the call as a sales attempt, with someone actively trying to sell a product or service.
However, the most notable pattern is silence. One contributor picked up the call from 0899926579 expecting to speak with someone, but encountered no response or person on the line. This type of silent call behaviour is often associated with robocall systems or callback scams, where the system hangs up when a human answers.
Report Patterns and Timing
The five reports for 08 9992 6579 span across 2024 and 2025, with calls arriving at various times of day. The silent call was logged in early December 2024, while spam and telemarketing complaints cluster around mid-2025. One contributor received their call in the afternoon (12:58 PM), another late evening (20:49), and another very early morning (04:53 AM), suggesting calls may be sent at different times rather than following a concentrated schedule.
The reports consistently came through answered calls, meaning contributors picked up the number rather than seeing missed calls, which increases the likelihood these are targeted calling attempts rather than random spam blasts.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 08 9992 6579
If 08 9992 6579 calls you:
- Do not: Engage with sales pitches, provide personal or financial information, or return the call if you don't recognise it
- Do: Let the call go to voicemail, block the number immediately after, and avoid answering if it calls again
- For silent calls: Hang up if no one speaks within a few seconds, do not press any buttons or stay on the line, and block the number as these often precede scam callback attempts
- Verify independently: If the caller claims to represent a business or organisation, hang up and call that organisation directly using a number from their official website
How to Report 08 9992 6579
If you receive unwanted calls from 08 9992 6579, you can report the activity to Australian authorities:
- Report to ACMA: The Australian Communications and Media Authority investigates telemarketing and scam complaints. Visit acma.gov.au to lodge a report online.
- Check Do Not Call Register: Register your number with the Do Not Call Register at donotcall.gov.au to opt out of most telemarketing calls. Once registered, unwanted marketing calls from 0899926579 or similar numbers may be actionable.
- Report via Scamwatch: If you believe the call was a scam attempt, report it to Scamwatch at scamwatch.gov.au for analysis and public awareness.
- Contribute to Reverseau: Share your experience with 08 9992 6579 on this page to help other Western Australians identify the number and protect themselves from similar calls.
Block This Number on Your Phone
Most modern phones allow you to block incoming calls. After receiving a call from 0899926579, you can block it directly from your recent calls list. On iPhone, swipe left on the number and select "Block this Caller". On Android, press and hold the number and choose "Block number". This prevents 08 9992 6579 from reaching you in future, though blocking does not stop the caller from trying.
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What Our Users Reviewed
Spammy call, blocked it
claimed to be from Yuna WA, but doesn't seem right
Annoying spammer trying to sell something
Clear intent to deceive, believe it's a scam
Unknown number. Picked up. No reply or person at spoke.
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
What is 08 9992 6579 and why do they keep calling?
08 9992 6579 (0899926579) is a Western Australian local service number allocated to Symbio Networks. Based on community reports, contributors have received spam calls, silent calls with no response, and at least one telemarketing attempt from this number. The silent call pattern suggests potential automated calling activity, though the exact purpose remains unclear from the reports.
I received a silent call from 0899926579. What does that mean?
A silent call from 08 9992 6579 where no one responds is often a sign of an automated calling system or robocall. One contributor experienced this exact scenario with 0899926579. Do not stay on the line, do not press buttons, and block the number immediately. Silent calls sometimes precede scam callback attempts where callers contact you later claiming you called them.
Is 08 9992 6579 a scam number?
Based on five community reports, 08 9992 6579 (0899926579) has been flagged as spam and nuisance calls, with one report describing it as a clear scam attempt. However, one contributor also reported a suspicious claim of being from "Yuna WA" that did not seem legitimate. If you receive a call from 0899926579 claiming to represent a business, hang up and verify by calling the organisation directly using an official number.
Should I answer calls from 0899926579?
No. With five reports describing spam, silent calls, and scam intent, it is safest to let calls from 08 9992 6579 go to voicemail. Answering confirms your number is active and may increase future unwanted calls. If you do answer 0899926579 and hear silence, hang up immediately and block the number.
How do I block 08 9992 6579 on my phone?
On iPhone, open your recent calls, find 08 9992 6579, swipe left, and tap "Block this Caller". On Android, press and hold 0899926579 from your call history and select "Block number". You can also use your phone provider's call blocking service or a third-party call blocking app. Blocking prevents 08 9992 6579 from reaching you, though it does not stop callers from attempting.
What should I do if I've already given information to a caller from 0899926579?
If you provided personal, financial, or banking details to someone claiming to call from 08 9992 6579, contact your bank or the relevant organisation immediately to notify them. Monitor your accounts for suspicious activity. Report the call to ACMA (acma.gov.au) and Scamwatch (scamwatch.gov.au) so authorities are aware. If the caller claimed to represent a specific business, contact that organisation directly using an official number to verify whether the call was legitimate.