We here at Slingshot take unwanted calls very seriously and recommend taking precautions if you receive such calls. 

Scam Calls

New Zealand, like many other countries, is targeted by off-shore scammers calling or texting national landline and mobile users. They attempt to persuade anyone who responds to cooperate in some way - usually to extract funds through deceit or extortion. This often involves obtaining remote access to a victim's computer and stealing internet banking details or convincing the victim to make a payment to an offshore account.

What do I do if I receive such calls?

If you are contacted by someone you suspect is a scammer, we want to hear from you as soon as possible. That way we can work with the industry to try and block the scam and prevent it from impacting others. Send us an email with the following information.

1. Date and time of call:
2. The number they called from (if possible):
3. The number they called:
4. Nature of call (what was said):

Nuisance Calls

We want to help you as much as possible to put an end to abusive, unwanted and malicious phone calls. With this process we will require your cooperation in obtaining relevant details related to the call and caller. These calls are understandably difficult to deal with and we wish to immediate concerns arising from such calls.

What do I do if I receive such calls?

If you are receiving such calls, the first step of action is to log all unwanted calls with the details listed below:

1. Date and time of call:
2. The number they called from (if possible):
3. The number they called:
4. Duration of call:

We recommend collecting 3-5 examples within a 48-72 hour period.

If any call you receive is of a threatening nature or pose a risk to your health and safety, please contact the New Zealand Police immediately on 111.