Quick rings from Auckland-based numbers often signal probing tactics by scammers testing active lines. In this case, the caller confirmed your first name before abruptly disconnecting, a classic move to verify details for future fraud attempts. Such patterns emerge frequently around evenings or weekends when people are home. Stay cautious—never return calls to unknown numbers, and consider blocking the series if it persists. Register with New Zealand's Do Not Call list for some protection, but remember it doesn't stop all spam. If suspicious, report to Netsafe to help track these nuisances. Enabling call screening on your phone can filter out these quick-dial pests effectively.
Got two calls from similar numbers over two days; the caller asked if my first name matched and then just hung up. hey