AUSTAR provides a world of entertainment especially for you!
As a leading provider of subscription television services in regional and rural Australia, you'll always find something on AUSTAR to keep you entertained.
AUSTAR gives you 97 premiere channels, plus 20 HD Channels and 23 timeshift channels (rebroadcasting shows two hours later), a near video-on-demand service, and increased levels of interactivity, such as BOX OFFICE, Sports ACTIVE and SKY News Active.
Now with MyStar and MyStar HD - AUSTAR's personal digital recorders - you can PAUSE live TV, REWIND live TV, RECORD your favourite show so you don't miss it, or even record an entire SERIES*! How's that for ultimate control over your TV viewing?
There really is something for everyone on AUSTAR with a massive variety of quality TV 24/7. Sport, movies, news, weather, lifestyle, documentary, music, kids, comedy, history, drama and some good old family entertainment. Whatever you are into - enjoy a great night in with AUSTAR!
*Series link not available for all programs.
FOXTEL-AUSTAR Merger May 3, 2012
FOXTEL's proposed acquisition of AUSTAR has recently been approved. This is an exciting time because bringing the two businesses together is likely to bring a number of benefits for all Australians. We anticipate that FOXTEL will take ownership of AUSTAR in late May. Until that time, it is business as usual for us. Just sit back, relax and continue to enjoy your AUSTAR service!
SPEED Channel Number Change April 30, 2012
On May 1, 2012, SPEED will be moving to channel 512.
Ovation Channel Closure April 18, 2012
Ovation will cease broadcasting from midnight 31 May 2012. No further charges will apply for this channel beyond this date.
New Channels Feb 23, 2012
From this Sunday AUSTAR will be adding two exciting new channels to our line-up, FX and A&E.
FX will be available to all subscribers in the Starter Pack in SD on channel 123 and HD on 218. FX will show original, high quality, drama and comedy series. A&E showcases real life action and entertainment and will be included in the Quest option. It is also available in both SD on 607 and HD on 230.
Pricing Information Feb 20, 2012
Please note, as of 20 March 2012, there will be a small adjustment to AUSTAR's prices.
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Fashion TV Feb 1, 2012
Fashion TV will no longer be part of the AUSTAR service from February 26, 2012. Please check Arena (channel 105), Style (channel 122), LifeStyle YOU (channel 120) and E! (channel 121) for all the latest fashion trends from Australia and around the world.
SPEED HD Channel Number Change Jan 11, 2012
With the launch of FOX FOOTY HD next month, you'll notice that the FOX SPORTS HD channels have been grouped together – four HD channels (203-206) covering all major codes of football. Consequently, SPEED HD will be moving to channel 213, next to ESPN2 HD.
AUSTAR's Lifetime Promise Nov 7, 2011
We're committed to providing you with the highest standards of customer service, which is why we’ve established the AUSTAR Lifetime Promise. From day one you can be comfortable in the knowledge that all our AUSTAR technicians are accredited, will show you how to use your AUSTAR service and will integrate the AUSTAR equipment with your existing connected home entertainment systems. We'll also provide lifetime customer support when you need us, by phone, in writing and online, and will ensure your AUSTAR equipment is always up-to-date with free automatic software updates.
A Win For AFL Fans Nov 7, 2011
From the programs premiering on AUSTAR channels to technology updates and more, read the latest news from AUSTAR and our channels. Read the TV news headlines
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