I've been happily sim slotting for a few years, based on the sheer number of posts, I'm guessing I'm not the only one.
According to telstra, the govt changed the law recently (1st September) meaning that number transfers have to be verified with the old sim card.
For me it means my number is stuck in limbo, as I've dumped the old sim, and therefore wont receive the transfer link.
I need to replace the sim of my old provider to transfer to a new one.
Balls.
Mod: See previous discussion Kogan Porting Now Requires SMS Confirmation
I am sorry for all the trouble you are facing, but this is good move to curb the fraud.
I say barring of receiving SMS for 24 hour after porting number to new provider should also implemented.