Discovery Channel Australia
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| Discovery Channel | |
|---|---|
| Image:Discovery-logo.jpg | |
| Owned by | XYZnetworks & Discovery Communications |
| Audience share | 0.2% (July 2007, [1]) |
| Broadcast area | Australia, New Zealand |
| Website | discoverychannel.com.au |
| Availability | |
| Satellite | |
| Foxtel & Austar Digital | Channel 610 |
| SKY Network Television | Channel 70 |
| Cable | |
| Foxtel, Austar Digital & Optus | Channel 610 |
| TelstraClear InHomeTV | Channel 70 |
Discovery Channel Australia is part of a six channel network on cable and satellite television in Australia. This network includes three locally programmed channels and three foreign programmed channels.
Contents |
[edit] Discovery Channel
The Australian version of the Discovery Channel is co-produced by XYZnetworks. [2]
[edit] Program Highlights
- Deadliest Catch
- Dirty Jobs
- Discovery Atlas
- Extreme Engineering
- Future Weapons
- Most Evil
- MythBusters
- Rogue Nature
[edit] Others
| Animal Planet | |
|---|---|
| Image:AniPlalogo.png | |
| Launched | October 1999 |
| Owned by | Discovery Communications |
| Audience share | 0.3% (July 2007, [3]) |
| Broadcast area | Australia, New Zealand |
| Website | animalplanet.com.au |
| Availability | |
| Satellite | |
| Foxtel & Austar Digital | Channel 615 |
| SKY Network Television | Channel 75 |
| SelecTV | |
| Cable | |
| Foxtel, Austar Digital & Optus | Channel 615 |
| Neighbourhood Cable | Channel 18 |
| TransACT | Channel 28 |
| TelstraClear InHomeTV | Channel 75 |
[edit] Animal Planet
Animal Planet launched locally in Australia exclusively on Optus Television in October 1999. The channel is dedicated to programming that highlights the relationship between humans and animals. It has since expand to multiple carriers.
[edit] Programming
[edit] Highlights
[edit] Other
- Amazing Animal Videos
- Animal Cops Detroit
- Big Cat Diary
- Chasing Nature
- Emergency Vets
- Equator
- The Life of Mammals
- Meerkat Manor
- Miami Animal Police
- Most Extreme
- Wild Rescues
| Discovery Travel & Living | |
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| Image:Discoverytravel 158x200.jpg | |
| Launched | March 2004 |
| Owned by | Discovery Communications |
| Audience share | 0.2% (July 2007, [4]) |
| Broadcast area | Australia, New Zealand |
| Formerly called | Discovery Travel & Adventure (prior to October 1, 2005) |
| Website | travelandlivingtv.com.au |
| Availability | |
| Satellite | |
| Foxtel & Austar Digital | Channel 646 |
| SelecTV | |
| Cable | |
| Foxtel, Austar Digital & Optus | Channel 646 |
| Neighbourhood Cable | Channel 23 |
| TransACT | Channel 29 |
| TelstraClear InHomeTV | Channel 17 |
[edit] Discovery Travel and Living
Discovery Travel and Living was launched in 2004, formerly it was known as the Discovery Travel and Adventure Channel. Programming on the channel consists primarily of travel and lifestyle.
[edit] Programming
[edit] Highlights
- Amazing Vacation Homes
- Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations
- David Rocco's Dolce Vita
- Globe Trekker
- LA Ink
- Miami Ink
- Passport to Latin America
[edit] Other
- 5 Takes
- A Cook's Tour
- Beach Cafe
- Great Hotels
- Passport to Europe
- Planet Food
- Thirsty Traveler
- Weird Travels
[edit] Discovery Real Time
Main article: Discovery Real Time
Discovery Real Time features more outdoor orientated lifestyle content, such as motoring and fishing.
[edit] Discovery Science
Main article: The Science Channel
Discovery Science features science focused programs.
[edit] Discovery Home and Health
Main article: Discovery Home & Health
Discovery Home and Health was formerly known as Discovery Health. The channel features a mix of entertainment; from makeover and wedding programs to health programs dealing with various health issues.
[edit] External links
- Discovery Channel Official Site
- Discovery Travel and Living Official Site
- Discovery Home and Health Official Site
- Animal Planet Official Site
[edit] References
- ^ Ratings Week 29 (15/07/2007 - 21/07/2007)
- ^ Channels :: XYZ Networks
- ^ Ratings Week 29 (15/07/2007 - 21/07/2007)
- ^ Ratings Week 29 (15/07/2007 - 21/07/2007)
