Customer Updates

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

For the first time ever, AFL fans will be able to watch every game of every round LIVE, in HD and with no ad-breaks siren to siren. FOX FOOTY will launch on AUSTAR from February 2012. Produced by FOX SPORTS, the dedicated AFL channel will show unprecedented LIVE coverage of the AFL, commencing with LIVE and EXCLUSIVE coverage of the NAB Cup pre-season. The channel will be included in the AUSTAR Sports option at no additional cost – and will also be available as an HD channel for MyStar HD subscribers.

 

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