g102768: Thanks for the update. I am suprised the 2Degrees are not inundate with complaints if that is the case. Maybe there aren't many tight ars*s like me buying just the data pack for a phone. The ipad wouldn't have the same issue because it can't receive texts.

I have gone with JimmyH's solution for now and set the number up with a non sounding, non vibrating text tone. My wife will be relieved!