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🌐 nbn® Service Outages vs Local Issues — How to Tell the Difference

Last updated on Feb 06, 2026

Overview

Not all connectivity problems are caused by nbn® outages. Many issues are local and can be resolved quickly.


Signs of an nbn® outage

  • Complete loss of internet

  • nbn NTD lights show fault or no sync

  • Multiple nearby services affected

Pickle can confirm known outages where applicable.


Signs of a local issue

  • Wi-Fi works on some devices but not others

  • Speeds vary by location in the building

  • Restarting equipment temporarily resolves the issue


What Pickle can help with

Pickle can:

  • Check service status

  • Guide troubleshooting

  • Escalate confirmed faults

Pickle cannot:

  • Repair internal cabling

  • Modify nbn® infrastructure onsite