Optus outages and service status in Austins Ferry, Tasmania

Problems in the last 24 hours in Austins Ferry, Tasmania

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

Latest outage, problems and issue reports in Austins Ferry and nearby locations:

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  Chris Paul's #1 Fan (@BrisketInTexas) reported 32 seconds ago from Hobart, Tasmania

  @Adelaid_H Oh **** that's nuts. I work at Optus and all the pros are listed as backorder atm

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  SheNoob 🇦🇺🏳️‍🌈 | Bad Luck Charms 😏 (@She_Noob_) reported 3 minutes ago from Hobart, Tasmania

  Well I think I'll be staying with Telstra after all, after the garbage customer service I've received from @Optus this week. #notimpressed As a customer service rep myself, I know the value of good service. That ain't it, chief.

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  Countess 🍸 (@CountessAu) reported 16 minutes ago from Hobart, Tasmania

  @Huawei_Europe Years ago #Optus have me a @Huawei loaner mobile phone while mine was sent off for repairs. It was the worst piece of junk I'd ever come across. I gave it back and bought myself a cheap, far superior @NokiaMobile . #Rubbish

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  Ivan Cunningham (@ivanjcunningham) reported 36 minutes ago from Hobart, Tasmania

  @Optus Can someone from Optus Australia please assist me with an ongoing issue. I'm WFH and continue to loose internet.

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  Stickers (@stickers52) reported 43 minutes ago from Hobart, Tasmania

  @Optus @mytribeof55555 You need to **** them off, their incompetence is next level

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  Littlemrpotatohead (@LilMrPotatoHead) reported 43 minutes ago from Hobart, Tasmania

  @OptusSport We'd love to enjoy @OptusSport however our @Optus nbn is down for 24-48 hours 👍

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  Ollie Roberts (@ollie_bo) reported 51 minutes ago from Hobart, Tasmania

  @Optus @NBN_Australia Currently on hold to Optus & online chat. We’ve been told the relocation request we put in doesn’t exist, even though it is in multiple chat threads with Optus who said they’d arrange this. They recognised that our service was previously working, just not with the speed boost WTF

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  Ollie Roberts (@ollie_bo) reported 55 minutes ago from Hobart, Tasmania

  @NBN_Australia An update: called @Optus who transferred us to @NBN_Australia who then told us that there is an outage in the Sandy Bay (Tasmania) area and that the internet would be on in 4 hours (9pm last night). 9pm has been and gone. Standard troubleshooting, eg reboot hardware, etc & nada!

Optus Issues Reports

Latest outage, problems and issue reports in social media:

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  Iaen Cordell (@IaenCordell) reported 6 minutes ago

  @PaulBongiorno And we thought Optus was bad! <grin>

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  Peter 🏊🏼🚲🏃🏻 (@Ironman_peter) reported 24 minutes ago

  @FranMooMoo If a business or a surface does not have a backup alternative to everything then they are the problem. Thanks have backup lines maybe Telstra with primary Tpg with a backup. Same with 000. Might have the primary line with Telstra and a backup line with Optus or a WhatsApp #

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  TRPoint.pics 🏳️‍🌈 (@thatfancypear) reported 25 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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  No thanks No (@NothanksNo4) reported 25 minutes ago

  @RW2023141 SARAH SHADOW COMM MINISTER NEEDS TO KNOW WHAT OCCURS TO BE FULLY ACROSS PROBLEM . NOT BE FKN HOPELESS LIKE ANNNNIKA SMELLS AND OPTUS OUTAGE DEPARTED OS DURING PROBLEM SILLY SARAH IS HANSON YOUNG YOUR ROBOT ROBERT.

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  BRODA (@RazeBannon) reported 26 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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  dick_taylor (@dick_taylor) reported 26 minutes ago

  @VoteLewko On my mates farm in the coast they have redundancy (Starlink) & anothet mate who runs ASIC’s infrastructure says they have always had both Telstra & Optus to try & avoid over reliance on a single network. So if farmers & some federal bureaucrats know this why don’t Victoria’s?🤡

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  A Wheelie Fungi M.Ci🚹♿ (@Antony_Clements) reported 30 minutes ago

  @MikeCarlton01 @Telstra That would be vodafone followed by optus and then telstra. Before anyone comes after me, vodafone went down for several months in 2010/2011, optus had a data breach in 2022 that affected nearly 10 million customers. Telstra just inconvenienced people.

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  Just❤️Oz 🇦🇺 (@EdSaint61) reported 31 minutes ago

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

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  M_a_r_ke (@Ma_rk_e) reported 32 minutes ago

  @heidimur In WA Transporth uses Fibre that runs thought every station and Private Wireless (LTE/4.9G): Transperth doesn't use Telstra or Optus for train-to-ground data. They built a custom, secure wireless network with 160+ dedicated radio masts along the tracks using licensed spectrum.

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  Miss Igraine (@MissIgraine) reported 36 minutes ago

  @clarkes I don't think it's 4G specifically that causes the issue, it's that we have one major mobile network operator, and two others. Between them they don't provide comprehensive coverage across the country because of our sheer size. And they don't play together. Except Optus & TPG