Optus outages and service status in Bangalow, New South Wales

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

The chart below shows the number of Optus reports we have received in the last 24 hours from users in Bangalow, 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

Latest outage, problems and issue reports in social media:

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  Richie_Night Owl (@richardmelb05) reported 5 minutes ago

  Our @optus NBN internet/Phone service problem has been fixed. My mother can watch online movies and music videos on youtube. The internet is her only source of entertainment

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  TRPoint.pics 🏳️‍🌈 (@thatfancypear) reported 6 minutes ago

  You will hear this more and more... Australia needs another mobile network operator, this will head into a colesworth situation and everyone will suffer.... Wholesaling isn't an option anymore because Telstra and Optus game the system Mark my words, Telop

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  Just❤️Oz 🇦🇺 (@EdSaint61) reported 6 minutes ago

  Doesn’t seen to be the same outrage with Telstra outage than Optus 🤔

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  Kenny Such (@KennySuch4) reported 7 minutes ago

  @Markedw But WCE aren't going to be playing. If you want that feeling, just hang around Optus ..... much cheaper 🤭

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  Yvonne Gunn (@YvonneGunn) reported 7 minutes ago

  @EVERALDATLARGE Many have said their Telstra provider phone worked but not their Optus. I even saw one question regarding Vodafone. Is it a provider issue perhaps?

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  TRPoint.pics 🏳️‍🌈 (@thatfancypear) reported 10 minutes ago

  (not to mention, I was in the OPTUS shop when this occured, and has occured many times...) I couldn't send any messages on discord but speed tests were fine, I smell layer 7 sniffing and dodgy QoS to make your network look better...

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  Daniel Buncle (@DanoBuncle) reported 11 minutes ago

  @Sammy__Edmund @SENBreakfast The surface at Optus has been **** for years

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  BRODA (@RazeBannon) reported 11 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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  chud domain crossing (@zuckerbinjain) reported 13 minutes ago

  @FelixCLC_ What's been the biggest problem you've faced using Optus with hardware design ?

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  Jason Anders (@Jet_Anders) reported 14 minutes ago

  @Optus @Optus I also have been experiencing problems with apps loading despite having 4G.