Optus outages and service status in Goonellabah, New South Wales

Problems in the last 24 hours in Goonellabah, New South Wales

The chart below shows the number of Optus reports we have received in the last 24 hours from users in Goonellabah, New South Wales 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 Goonellabah, New South Wales

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

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  Nic Rankin (@nicrankin) reported 3 minutes ago from Lismore, New South Wales

  @vaughan_k @Optus I don’t know exactly but I did eventually login on my computer. Can’t get the app to download my bills on my phone. But my bills look different so I may have been migrated to a different billing system.

Optus Issues Reports

Latest outage, problems and issue reports in social media:

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  Daisy Cutter how dare you (@daisycuttertz) reported 5 minutes ago

  @MRowlandMP Who got the cash from 50 billion labour hire MICK Telstra and Optus rolled a nationwide network in 18 months using their own employees get stuffed Mick Big Build 101

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  Optus (@Optus) reported 7 minutes ago

  @saline Hi Samela, so that we are on the same page, you have an Optus service and your service is getting cut off at night, especially when you call your colleague Brenda? If you are an Optus customer having issues with your service then please send us a direct message with more details of the fault so that we can assist you further - Kartik

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  BRODA (@RazeBannon) reported 10 minutes ago

  Ask Grok: Can ISPs block VOIP? 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. TCP/IP allows spam filters at the node level. This is one small example. TCP/IP remains neutral and ethical.

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  Brendan Kelly (@brendan_kelly9) reported 13 minutes ago

  @nicko_316 Thats bad news for Brizvegas if you’re right. Freo will be favourites in that match up at Optus.

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  Zecoshi🛡️ (@Zecoshi) reported 13 minutes ago

  Ok hackers use it to grab some BTC using complex reasoning and here I am arguing with ai for being stupid and building a page and not checking its own form code, what the heck are hackers using as no way could my agent do complex and that’s Optus 5 on max lmao @AnthropicAI sort you **** out pronto before everyone moves to codex

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  Titch Ashen (@titchashen) reported 19 minutes ago

  We need the telco to learn #auspol but as an Optus customer .who has seen it before, what happens hear? Zero cash for us, but the Optus bill goes up to cover this pay out to lawyers and a few who could afford them. Same as the mob who are suing Coles. Pays lawyers and a few and we all pay the price in the new prices, not Optus or Coles

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  Khalil Kayal (@khalilkayalKK) reported 20 minutes ago

  @ozman024 Even during Ange's 2 seasons of Spurs I used a friend's Optus login.

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  Charlotte Lavelle (@traderlavelle) reported 22 minutes ago

  Is it just me, or has Optus 5 been seriously dumbed down? I feel 4.8 was way better.

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  Jeanette-End the Zionist Genocide @WSWS_Udates (@JaniceB72627796) reported 22 minutes ago

  @james00000001 I now think not an Optus problem as my husband received the alarm and he is on the same service as me. If I don't get anything I will contact Optus to find out why not.

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  A ROGAN THING (@adrogdesigns) reported 23 minutes ago

  @iisancs @Optus every two months? mine stops every Two hours, WTF @Optus im tired of this ****, one week will be ok, then next, every two hours it just stops working for for 10 minutes then start again, and its the neighbours having the same issue it s not just me, Dort ya **** out.