TLC, Discovery Turbo Set for New Zealand

AUCKLAND: Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific is bringing the TLC and Discovery Turbo channels into New Zealand via Sky.

There are already localized versions of the global brands Discovery Channel and Animal Planet in New Zealand, as well as the local lifestyle channels Food TV and Living Channel. TLC joins the Sky basic package as of September 1, featuring such shows as Say Yes to the Dress, America with Lisa Ling and The Little Couple. Discovery Turbo follows with a launch on Sky's basic package in November, delivering series such as Fast n' Loud, Wheeler Dealers and American Chopper.

Mandy Pattinson, the executive VP and general manager of Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific, ANZ and Pac Islands, said: ”Our commitment to driving value for subscription television audiences has been seen through strong investment in high-quality and engaging programming, dedicated NZ schedules and local productions. The launch of TLC and Discovery Turbo—together with the recent acquisition of Food TV and Living Channel—increases our local offering and further strengthens our partnership with Sky TV.”
 
“We have enjoyed a long and successful partnership with Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific and today’s announcement is an exciting one as we further cement our partnership,” said Sky CEO John Fellet. “We are proud to have Discovery Channel as a pillar of our basic offering having broadcast the channel since our UHF days in the ’90s. Now we are able to share six great Discovery Networks channels with all of our domestic customers, each offering the quality content they’re renowned for.”