Optus outages and service status in Inverloch, Victoria

Problems in the last 24 hours in Inverloch, Victoria

The chart below shows the number of Optus reports we have received in the last 24 hours from users in Inverloch, Victoria and surrounding areas. An outage is declared when the number of reports exceeds the baseline, represented by the red line.

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Optus Issues Reports Near Inverloch, Victoria

Latest outage, problems and issue reports in Inverloch and nearby locations:

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  Kids At Midnight (@kidsatmidnight) reported 9 minutes ago from Cape Paterson, Victoria

  @chrisopotamia I only know to check my emails about the next level in the Optus cyber attack saga by your tweets. I too need a new license it seems. Thank you for your service.

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  Brendan Eager (@bzeager) reported 14 minutes ago from Wonthaggi, Victoria

  @Optus zero network connectivity (no calls, text or data) in Wonthaggi and the wider Bass Coast. Any update on when the network will be back?

Optus Issues Reports

Latest outage, problems and issue reports in social media:

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  James (@ladsgeog) reported 2 minutes ago

  @PGJohnson77 @Adrian_Arciuli @FIFAWorldCup Adelaide Oval and Optus are fine because AO is narrow and Optus has raised seats. Agree that the MCG is a very poor viewing experience.

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  Jan (@bimmyjartel) reported 2 minutes ago

  @JohnnyinternetI @WestCoastEagles AFL had nothing to do with Optus build. Such a stupid comment.

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  Mr J (@warcroft) reported 5 minutes ago

  @TimjboAU Remember a week ago when the entire telstea network went down? Remember a month before that when the entire optus/tpg network went down? Now next week we have the entire network government alert thing happening? Yeah, those network outages were 100% preparation for next week.

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  No Shenanigans 😉 (@evanste46409034) reported 5 minutes ago

  @strangerous10 The Optus CEO fell on her sword after their nationwide outage a couple of years ago. The Telstra head might go the same way. What were they thinking, laziness, or just penny-pinching.

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  Sarisa sandy lindsay (@Sarisasand6rzp) reported 8 minutes ago

  gang Thailand Australia business online my location data internet WiFi Optus Telstra’s Vodafone unknown network my location gang student be I Ning university NSW Vitoria Melbourne Australia

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  ramrod (@Corlett3jays58) reported 12 minutes ago

  @KatyKray73 In the event of a global war, data centres will be prioriy targets for bombs, missiles, and emp nukes, because.... These data centres will control everything. Ffs, telstra and optus outages caused enough disruption, imagine a total testra and optus blackout, multiply that by 100

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  BRODA (@RazeBannon) reported 13 minutes ago

  @BritishHodl Grok can an ISP block voice over IP? Yes, ISPs can block Voice over IP (VoIP) traffic at their network level, and many do so in practice. This is technically feasible using tools like port blocking, deep packet inspection (DPI), and other traffic management techniques. How ISPs Block VoIP ISPs control the core network infrastructure, so they can inspect and filter traffic before it reaches customers. Common methods include: Port-based blocking**: Traditional VoIP often uses specific ports like UDP 5060/5061 for SIP (signaling) and a range of ports (e.g., 10000–20000) for RTP (media/voice). ISPs can simply drop traffic on these ports. Deep Packet Inspection (DPI)**: This examines not just headers but packet contents, signatures, packet sizes, timing, and protocol behavior to identify VoIP even if it uses non-standard ports or obfuscation. DPI can dynamically detect and block SIP, RTP, or app-specific patterns (e.g., Skype, WhatsApp calls). IP address or domain blacklisting**: Blocking known servers of VoIP providers. Protocol anomaly detection or traffic shaping**: Dropping or throttling UDP-heavy, low-latency streams typical of voice calls. Real-World Examples Certain countries and carriers (e.g., in the Middle East, Morocco, Philippines, or places with state telecom monopolies) block VoIP to protect traditional phone revenue or for regulatory reasons. Mobile providers like Optus 4G or others have blocked SIP traffic. Corporate/school networks or bandwidth-limited ISPs sometimes block or deprioritize VoIP to conserve resources. China has historically blocked VoIP, though workarounds emerged over time. Limitations and Challenges for Complete Blocking Encryption and obfuscation**: Modern VoIP (e.g., over WebRTC, HTTPS, or apps like Signal/WhatsApp) is harder to detect reliably. DPI isn't foolproof against randomized ports, variable packet patterns, or VPN-like wrapping. VPNs and tunnels**: Users can often bypass blocks by routing traffic through a VPN, which encrypts and hides the VoIP signature. Evasion techniques**: Providers and users adapt with port hopping, STUN/TURN servers, or proxies. False positives**: Overly aggressive blocking can disrupt other UDP-based services (gaming, video streaming). Complete, unbreakable blocking is difficult long-term without also harming general internet performance, but partial or effective blocking for most users is very achievable. Why ISPs Do This Reasons include protecting legacy telephony revenue, complying with regulations, managing bandwidth, reducing congestion, or enforcing content policies. In summary, yes—ISPs have both the capability and precedent for blocking VoIP, primarily via DPI and port controls, though motivated users can often circumvent it. If you're dealing with a specific ISP or scenario, details could help narrow down options.

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  Aberrant Gentile (@AberrantGentile) reported 14 minutes ago

  @nemagovau If i receive the alert on the phones i had to replace because they couldn't call one number on one network that i don't use, "000" on Voda network. Then i want those phones imei numbers reinstated on the Telstra & Optus, that i have sims for. The public/private partnership scam

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  John Harrison 🇦🇺 🦘 (@JH_Otway_Ranges) reported 15 minutes ago

  @FranMooMoo And everyone thought Optus was bad when it happened, this was a software glitch, how do we know it wasn't aa hacker?

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  Lyndall Robertson (@lyndall19414) reported 16 minutes ago

  @BonnieLerino123 How absurd Really this is the hill they want to die on ? Common sense after what happened with Optus and NO ONE GAVE A DAMN PEOPLE COULDNT CALL 000 AND DIED THANKYOU SARAH FOR YOUR QUICK ACTION