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? No signal or bad reception only at certain times each day?

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Network Status

UHF
All Good
UHF
Satellite
All Good

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

Satellite
Streaming
Some issues

Trackside 1 Stream: Some Panasonic TV's are having issues with audio on the Trackside 1 stream. This is being investigated by the broadcaster directly.

Shine TV: Shine TV is currently having issues with their stream and are working on getting this resolved.

Streaming
EPG
All Good
EPG

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

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