(02) 9789 6917

Based on first-hand reports from 2 Reverseau community members who received calls from this number, community reports indicate that 50% of reporters describe it as Suspicious, with an average caller safety rating of 2.0 out of 5. The most recent experience was recorded on 8 October 2016. All ratings and descriptions are drawn from real encounters reported by individuals who received calls from this number.

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Likely Spam
Suspicious Scam Local service Sydney, NSW 1001 Telstra Limited

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Beware of calls from 02 9789 6917, reported as a scam related to a Government Incentive Scheme. Learn how to protect yourself from potential identity theft.

Understanding the Calls from 02 9789 6917

The phone number 02 9789 6917 / 0297896917 has been reported by multiple users as a suspicious caller offering what appears to be a fraudulent Government Incentive Scheme. Based on the reviews, this number is categorized as a scam, specifically aimed at potential identity theft.

What Are Users Reporting?

In early October 2016, a user described an interaction where a woman offered assistance with a Government Incentive Scheme, ostensibly aimed at individuals approaching retirement. The conversation included questions about household income, employment plans, and personal details, albeit not as invasive as birth dates or addresses. However, the odd request for a postcode coupled with the caller's inability to be reached upon calling back (the number was found to be disconnected) raised significant red flags.

Identifying the Scam

This scam fits a recognised pattern wherein callers pose as representatives of government programs, soliciting personal and financial information under the guise of providing financial support or benefits. The information requested, such as income details and employment stability, suggests an ulterior motive of enabling identity theft through falsified loans or financial processes.

How to Handle Calls from 02 9789 6917

  • Do Not Share Personal Information: Never divulge sensitive information such as your full name, social security number, or financial details over the phone, especially if the call is unsolicited.
  • Research the Caller: Use a Reverse Phone Lookup Australia service to check the legitimacy of the number.
  • Report the Call: If you suspect that a call is a scam, report it to the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) as well as other relevant authorities to help prevent further incidents.

Conclusion

While it can be unnerving to receive a call from an unknown number such as 02 9789 6917 / 0297896917, always remember to stay vigilant. Scammers often use tactics that seem legitimate to extract personal information for nefarious purposes. If you’re in doubt, it’s always best to hang up and verify independently.

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What Our Users Reviewed

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Booker
Suspicious

Sounds completely dodgy, have complained to the ATO.

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Machin
Scam

A woman called from this number offering a Government Incentive Scheme to help people moving towards retirement. All sounded above board but I rang the number back and it is disconnected... Very strange. information she asked pertained to household income, husbands name, were we both under 50 and would be working for the next 5 years at least. Had we done our tax for the past 2 years. No actual info like DOB or addresses but did ask for a postcode and said we would get a call back. Pretty sure this is a scam and from the info required sounds like its by people applying for loans in your name. I will investigate further.

About This Report

This page is part of the Reverseau Scam Intelligence Database, a community-driven dataset maintained by Reverseau since 2014. The database documents caller behaviour across Australian phone numbers based on first-hand user experiences.

Each entry is generated when individuals who received calls or messages from a number submit a report through our review form. Reports include a caller safety rating (1–5 scale) and a written account of the interaction. All submissions are moderated before publication.

The safety rating shown on this page reflects the collective assessment of (02) 9789 6917 by real users. It measures perceived caller risk, not the quality of this page. A low rating indicates that reporters consider this number likely to be associated with scam or spam activity.