Optus outages and service status in Long Forest, Victoria

Problems in the last 24 hours in Long Forest, Victoria

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

Latest outage, problems and issue reports in Long Forest and nearby locations:

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  Adam Debrincat (@RooBoy10) reported 6 minutes ago from Long Forest, Victoria

  @Optus is there a problem with the App not letting me sign in

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  Michelle Sheppard (@MishSheppard) reported 9 minutes ago from Long Forest, Victoria

  Hey @Optus ! You’re the absolute bloody worst!!! Went to combine my bills bec they put my diff devices on sep bills & I made changes to my contract, now my primary number is registered under another name! I’ve had the number for over ten years!! #ombudsman

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  The Forum Gentleman’s Club (@ForumGentleman) reported 48 minutes ago from Long Forest, Victoria

  Optus Network is down again, which means no eftpos facilities people ,,,, as we have said many times CASH is king l 🤴🤴

Optus Issues Reports

Latest outage, problems and issue reports in social media:

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  Richie_Night Owl (@richardmelb05) reported 2 minutes ago

  Just got a call from @Optus the bloke told me @NBN_Australia has suffered an outage. He couldnt say how long the outage will last

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  No Shenanigans 😉 (@evanste46409034) reported 3 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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  Derrick W 💔3/15 (@Vox_Dog) reported 4 minutes ago

  @Kate3015 Aussies are being fleeced, these comms companies compared to everywhere else in the world take Aussies to the cleaners. For the entire network to fail would suggest a complete & utter rebuild of Telstra is required urgently, from the very top down. #Telstra #Auspol #Optus

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  Just me (@Justme136160) reported 4 minutes ago

  @ALeighMP Didn't get it. iPhone. Optus. On. Fail.

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  chud domain crossing (@zuckerbinjain) reported 5 minutes ago

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

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  Richie_Night Owl (@richardmelb05) reported 9 minutes ago

  @Optus It could take a couple of days for the problem to be fixed

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  🐟 (@mwupfront) reported 16 minutes ago

  @heathledgcrs i wanna come watch something at waca or optus so bad but no sports line up with my perth conventions 🥀🥀

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  - Mat - (@mat_boore) reported 16 minutes ago

  Let’s forget the umpiring, taunting and constant booing of this underrated crowd, what’s the go with this Optus stadium deck, the worst ground in the AFL currently, on par with what was dished up for origin last night. Awful. #aflfreoswans

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  Kenny Such (@KennySuch4) reported 19 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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  BRODA (@RazeBannon) reported 21 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.