Spoofed numbers from abroad can masquerade as trusted providers, turning a routine call into a potential trap. This one mimics Telstra, Australia's major telecom, but originates from a New Zealand line— a classic red flag for scammers preying on internet users. Even if the number traces to a real person, fraudsters hijack it to build false credibility. Hang up immediately if you don't recognize the caller or service; never share personal details or click links. Verify directly through official Telstra channels, like their app or website. Report suspicious calls to authorities to help curb these schemes. Stay vigilant—block unknown NZ prefixes and enable call screening on your phone for peace of mind.
A person from Australia pretended to be Telstra about my internet, even though I don’t use Telstra services. Previously, I’ve gotten spoofed calls from New Zealand numbers, and from texting it appears the numbers belong to real people being exploited by scammers.