Connect Your New Pay TV Australia Plan When You Move

Pay TV Australia is a catch-all term for any home entertainment service that is paid for. This can include satellite and cable services, like Foxtel and Fetch TV, and streaming services like Netflix, Stan, Amazon Prime, Binge, Kayo, Apple TV, Disney+ and Paramount+. These Pay TV providers give customers access to exclusive and original content, often without advertisements.

Alternatively, Free-To-Air television includes TV channels that you do not pay for, including ABC, SBS, Channel 7, Channel 9, Channel 10 and their associated streaming services.

The number of Pay TV providers Australia has skyrocketed in recent years. Foxtel remains the primary provider of satellite and cable TV, with newcomers including Fetch TV and numerous streaming platforms including Netflix, Stan, Amazon Prime, Disney+, Paramount+, Binge and Britbox.

A Move In Connect expert can help you make all the arrangements to connect PayTV in time for moving day, with our 100% free moving service.

If you want to stay with your current provider, you may be able to transfer your current Pay TV services to your new home and avoid exit fees.

Entertainment bundles are packages that include content and other service(s), such as internet, NBN plans or phone on the same plan. Move In Connect can help you find a perfect entertainment bundle for your new home to keep you entertained for less. Connect now by calling 1300 786 045.

The cost of your Pay TV providers depends on the plan you choose, as well as the number of rooms or devices you need to connect, the streaming quality and the channel/entertainment pack you choose.

Streaming services are generally cheaper than satellite or cable Pay TV Australia, and you can access cheaper deals for some of the best Pay TV in Australia by bundling your entertainment with your internet.

A Foxtel Now streaming service starts from as little as $25 per month, whereas a satellite connection with a comprehensive Premium Plus channel pack plus Netflix and broadband bundle costs up to $187 per month on a 12-month plan.

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If you’re interested in streaming services, this could affect the type of broadband plan you need. We recommend a plan with unlimited data so you can stream without the stress.

Once you’ve chosen the perfect plan, we will arrange to connect your home entertainment for you, so you can sit back and enjoy watching TV on your favourite streaming platforms or subscription services.

If you choose a streaming service, you will have instant access to content when you sign up, as long as you have the correct Smart TV or device to support the service.

If you sign up for a satellite or streaming service, you might need to wait for a technician to connect PayTV to your home. Depending on availability, this can take up to a few weeks. 

Try the tips below to improve your picture quality for the best Pay TV Australia viewing experience:

• Streaming services – run a broadband speed test to check if your internet connection is performing well. You might need to optimise your connection or upgrade your plan to a higher speed to handle your streaming service. Learn how to test internet speed here.
• Satellite TV – check your cables are connected and undamaged, adjust the satellite using the instructions from the provider or contact the provider to arrange for a technician to visit your house.

Even the best Pay TV in Australia can run into problems. Usually, interruptions and buffering on streaming services are caused by your internet speed dropping. This can be caused by a number of factors including congestion in the network, your modem or too many people in your household connecting at the same time.

The content available is almost endless, so there’s a good chance you’ll be able to find something that you’re interested in! 

Talk to a Move In Connect expert to find the best Pay TV Australia option for your home from the variety of Foxtel channel packs available – choose your content from options such as documentaries, lifestyle, sports, kids channels and movies and you can even choose a bundle with Netflix and a high-speed broadband plan included.

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The easiest way to find the best Pay TV in Australia from Foxtel is to call Move In Connect. We will let you know about:

• Bundles – save money by bundling TV, internet, home phone and/or mobile.
• Promotions and offers – receive discounts or freebies with access to some great deals.

The exact terms of your contract depend on the option you choose, so make sure that you fully understand the terms and conditions before you sign up. A Move In Connect expert will be happy to answer any of your questions.

For a streaming service, you will usually be billed by direct debit every month and you can cancel at any time.

For satellite or cable services, you may have a 6, 12, or 24-month contract so you might need to pay an exit fee if you want to leave earlier.

Yes! Foxtel offers flexible options for the best Pay TV Australia experience. You can choose certain channel packs or bundles so that you only pay for the things you are interested in watching.

You can watch your content on either the Foxtel Go, Foxtel Now or Kayo app, depending on the subscription you have chosen. You will need to be connected to the internet and download the app for the relevant service.

The iQ3 or iQ4 set-top box allows pause, rewind and record live TV using your remote. Streaming services also give you access to on-demand content, meaning you can pause or rewind at any point.

Satellite and streaming services often release promotions and discounts to attract new customers. This could be a discounted monthly subscription fee, a bundle deal or an add-on such as a free set-top box.

Talk to a Move In Connect expert to find out about the latest promotions and deals available from Foxtel for access to some of the best Pay TV in Australia.

If you choose a Foxtel Now streaming service, you will receive a 10-day free trial, which includes every channel, before you commit to a monthly plan, so you can decide, risk-free, if it is the best Pay TV Australia option for you.