Watch out for any unexpected texts from this number – they often masquerade as bills, appointments or job offers. Most messages turn out to be bulk spam sent through a shared SMS gateway, so the sender’s identity is hard to verify. Never click links or share personal info unless you can confirm the source through an official channel. If a message claims you owe money or needs a login, call the organisation using a known phone number, not the one in the text. Use a reverse‑lookup tool to see if the number is linked to multiple brands, and consider blocking it if it keeps sending dubious alerts.
Be aware of telephone scammers who attempt to steal your money or personal informations, these scams can come in various forms, including phone calls and text messages.
At 8 PM, a message was received regarding a script being ready at Chemist Warehouse in Melbourne, despite my residence being in Queensland
A message was received from Chemist Warehouse Wollongong, despite the recipient living in a different state, South Australia.
I recieved a copy of a message I got three days ago, but this time it was from a different number, it was pretty suspisous
I received a text message from Chemist Warehouse in Helensvale.
Do not anwser this number! It's spam.
It is possible that the pathology department compromised my phone number, leading to unwanted calls.
A scam call was received, claiming to be from Beacon Lighting, and requesting contact with a number in Victoria.
A web link was provided, referencing the availability of parking details
A call was made, allegedly from Foxtel, stating that my bill was overdue; however, since my account is set up for direct debit, this claim is impossible, indicating a scam, especially since they had access to my personal details, including my name, bill amount, and the last three digits of my card.
Obviously a trick, this scammer asked me to do a survey and I blocked the number immediatly.
After reviewing all the comments, it becomes clear that this employment agency is likely a scam.
The caller claimed to be representing the Sunshine Coast Hospital Service
A text message was received claiming a pathology bill was due, but upon investigation, it appeared to be a scam, as the numbers provided did not match those of the actual lab.
It seems that this SMS service is utilized by various government departments as well as retailers, such as Bunnings, for their communication needs.
This number is legit, it's Foxtel calling to confirm a technician appoinment
A call from someone claiming to be Foxtel said I had an overdue payment, but I didnt belive them, they told me to visit Foxtel.com.au/contactus
I received an SMS about an overdue pathology bill, but it turned out to be a scam, which was concerning since I actually had an overdue bill, but verifying the number online revealed the truth.
A purported survey from the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations was offered, with a login ID and password provided to complete it online and avoid a follow-up call, but this could be a scam.
A text message from 0439 603 528, claiming to be from the Dept of Employment and Workplace Relations, requested participation in a survey by clicking a link, which was wisely avoided due to suspicious inconsistencies in previous messages.
A call was received from a number claiming to represent Essential Energy, but the authenticity is uncertain.
Definately a scam, you should block and report this number
A text message was received, addressed to an incorrect name and containing incorrect age and details, purportedly from the Sunshine Coast Urology Department; however, upon investigation, it appears to be a scam.
Got a text from this dodgy number saying I was ment to be a patient at the Sunshine Coast Urology Dept. It had all my detalils wrong - sounded pretty sus, and when I looked it up online it said it was a scam - 07 number was a red flag. These guys are a menace.
This number appears to be associated with numerous scams, including a recent text message claiming to be from Great Southern Bank, requesting a call to 1300 282 236 to update details.
They send me a msg, sayin they are Foxtel, but i think they might be hackers or scammers
A suspicious SMS was received, supposedly from the local council, requesting an email address for parking permits; however, the council confirmed it to be a scam
I recieved a scam SMS, sayin that my late mother had left some hospital bills to pay, whats wrong with these peoples
This number is actually legit, alot of companies use this call centre to send out texts, its not a scam... but it may be used by telemarketing companys
A message from this number claimed to be from 4Cyte Pathology regarding an outstanding invoice, but I found it suspicious due to the link provided.