I have been receiving calls from numbers similar to 0458 858 xxx all week, which I suspect are from a scammer or telemarketer
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Multiple calls have been received from numbers with the 0485 858 prefix, but the purpose of these calls is unclear.
The company associated with this number is Bob Marko Stainless, a supplier of stainless steel products and equipment based in Cardiff, NSW.
This number is associated with Quality Flooring Solutions, a company based in Vermont, VIC, that specializes in bamboo and timber flooring.
The caller was identified as Mater Lotteries
This number seem suspicous
This appears to be a scam related to Samsung
I met this person on Bumble, he wasnt very respectfull, alot of lies and empty promisses, i would advise ladies to avoid him at all cost, he dont deserve your time
Dental services are provided by Hutchinson Denture Clinic, located in Bacchus Marsh, VIC, and they are a dental prosthetist
I recieved a call from someone claiming to be from the taxation office, stating that I was involed in a law suit, which I found to be highly unlikely and potensially a scam.
They claim to be from the tax office, but it was a scam, i hang up when i question them
This number has been identified as a scamming operation
A representative from IDS, with a Filipino accent, inquired about whether Dwayne Johnson handles our deliveries, which seemed unusual.
An encounter with a telemarketing company proved to be frustrating, as they employed an arrogant tone and inquired about electricity accounts in a questionable manner.
This number is from the pioneer credit dept, they might be calling about a debt
This number is associated with St Ursula's, a girls' school in Yeppoon, QLD.
Chev's Auto Repairs Pty Ltd, located in Carrum Downs, VIC, uses this number for their mechanics and motor engineering services, and it also serves as a fax number.
Over the course of three days, this number has called five times without leaving a message
No message was left by the caller.
I received a call from Accor Plus, which, although unwelcome, was a courtesy check-in regarding my recently renewed membership, gifted to me.
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FAQ — Australia
How do I verify callers in Australia?
Call back via the official company number (website/app), not the unknown number. Check in‑app notices.
What patterns are common?
Delivery/appointment confirmations, bank callbacks, 2FA codes; periodic robocalls, smishing around parcels, and fake support hotlines.
Are area codes reliable?
Not really. Portability and VoIP make 02/03/07/08 weak as location hints. Context and content matter more.
What makes a helpful report?
Be concise: caller type, purpose, date and cues. Avoid sensitive data.