When International Banks Typically Face Issues
Global banks experience cross-timezone issues and scheduled SWIFT maintenance windows.
Mid-week during your local business hours.
Bankwest Not Working? What to Do
Good News: Bankwest is currently working normally. If you're still facing issues, try these steps:
Rule out slow Wi‑Fi or mobile data before blaming the service.
Check your internet speed(opens in a new tab)- Check if net banking is enabled for your account
- Verify your user ID and password are correct
- Clear browser cache (banking sites cache sensitive data)
- Try mobile banking app as alternative
- Try using a different browser or device
- Check if your account is locked due to multiple failed attempts
- Restart your router/modem
- Disable VPN if you're using one
International Bank Service Patterns
Global banks coordinate maintenance across time zones and maintain SWIFT/cross-border payment windows.
International banks have region-specific maintenance. Cross-border transfers depend on SWIFT network availability and correspondent bank uptime, adding external failure points.
Frequently Asked Questions
Banking Complaint Options (Australia)
Australian bank not working? Here are your AFCA-backed escalation options.
Lodge with AFCA (afca.org.au) if unresolved after 30 days
Bank IDR (Internal Dispute Resolution) must be attempted first
Government guarantee covers $250,000 per institution
Use BPAY or PayID via another institution for urgent payments
Check APRA's public register for institution status
Banking Outage (Australia) — When to Worry
General banking outage severity guide for Australian banks.
Brief disruption. Retry or use tap-and-pay.
Use PayID/Osko alternative or visit branch.
Lodge formal complaint through bank's IDR process.
File with AFCA (afca.org.au). Request financial loss compensation.
AFCA is free and handles complaints within 21 days. Banks must have responded to your IDR first.