FOXTEL
North Ryde, New South Wales 2113, Australia (Map) Phone: +61-2-9813-6000
Fax: +61-2-9813-7303
http://www.foxtel.com.au
Overview
When Australians crave more than broadcast television, they may tune in to FOXTEL's services. As one of the country's largest paid subscription television providers, FOXTEL distributes cable and satellite services to more than 1.5 million households in Sydney, Newcastle, Canberra, Melbourne, Adelaide, and other cities. The company's 100-plus digital channels cover several television genres, including sports, movies, news, and documentaries, and are provided by international and Australian-owned media and communication companies. FOXTEL, which commenced its distribution operations in 1995, is jointly owned by Consolidated Media Holdings, News Corporation, and Telstra Corporation.
Sample OverviewKey Numbers from Hoover's UK
Key financials for FOXTEL
| Company Type | Joint Venture of Telstra and News Corp. and Consolidated Media |
|---|---|
| Fiscal Year-End | June |
| Sales (mil.) | £659.1 |
| Employees | 450 |
Key People from Hoover's UK
Key people and executives for FOXTEL
| Chairman | Bruce J. Akhurst (Subscribers see complete biographies -- view sample)
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| CEO and Managing Director | Kimberley Lynton Williams Connect to this executive |
| Executive Director Television and Marketing | Brian Walsh Connect to this executive |

