Why is this satellite transition taking place?

The satellite that currently carries New Zealand TV transmissions is retiring in May. We need to transition to a replacement satellite by April in order to ensure Freeview continues to be available via satellite.

Other FAQs

What's happening Am I tuned in through satellite? What do I need to do? Upgrade options to replace an older satellite box Why do I need to upgrade my box? Will I need to repoint or adjust my satellite dish? What if I get both Freeview and Sky through the same dish? Intermittent satellite reception issues

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Network Status

UHF
All Good
UHF
Satellite
All Good - expect outages 7 & 8 March

Planned outage 00:15-6am on Fri 7 Mar & Sat 8 Mar: Satellite channels will be off air as New Zealand satellite operators carry out satellite testing.

If you've lost Sky Open (ch15), eden+1 (ch18), Bravo+1 (ch9) and Al Jazeera (ch20), please see here.

Satellite
Streaming
All Good
Streaming
EPG
All Good
EPG

Note: The UHF and Satellite network status info is provided directly by transmission providers and broadcasters.

Network Status

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