What to do if you encounter a potential phone scammer in Australia:
Do NOT engage:
Do not answer calls from unknown numbers. Let them go to voicemail.
If you do answer and suspect a scam, hang up immediately.
Do NOT press any numbers or follow any prompts given by the caller.
Do NOT click on any links in suspicious SMS messages.
Do NOT provide personal information:
Never give out your personal details, banking information, passwords, or financial details (including credit card numbers, tax file numbers, or myGov login details) to unsolicited callers or texters.
Block the number:
Block the suspicious number on sri lanka phone number list your mobile or landline phone.
Scamwatch: This is the primary Australian government website for reporting scams. You can report phone scams directly on their website:
Your Telecommunications Provider: Report the scam call/SMS to your mobile or landline provider (e.g., Telstra, Optus, Vodafone). They may have mechanisms to block or investigate frequently reported numbers.