Network Ten to go off air in country SA and NSW as WIN Television deal lapses
The end of a broadcast deal between Network Ten and Win Television is set to leave three regional markets without access to multiple channels.
www.abc.net.auHere’s what I can tell you about the latest on Network 10 and WIN:
- The deal between Network 10 and WIN Television is ending in mid-2026, with reports indicating that WIN’s regional supply agreement with Network 10 expires around June 30, 2026. This would affect several regional markets in Australia. [Source reports indicate a June 30, 2026 cutoff date for the current agreement][1][2]
- Following the expiry, viewers in affected regional areas (notably Mount Gambier, Riverland, and Griffith) could lose access to Network 10 and some associated channels on free-to-air platforms, unless a new agreement is reached or alternative arrangements are made.[2][1]
- There have been ongoing regional media realignments involving Network 10’s expansion and WIN’s licence holdings, including prior acquisitions of WIN’s Northern NSW licence and related regional assets, which shape how Network 10 will continue to reach provincial audiences. These moves collectively indicate a broader strategic realignment of regional broadcasting assets in eastern Australia.[3][6][7]
Key implications to watch:
- Which markets are most affected and how quickly viewers lose access (likely July if no deal is reached by June 30).
- Whether Network 10 secures new regional licences or extends streaming-only options in those areas.
- How advertisers and regional broadcasters respond to the impending changes.
If you’d like, I can:
- Provide a concise timeline of the key dates and markets affected as reported.
- Summarize potential alternatives for viewers in those regions (e.g., streaming options, regional news access).
- Look for the latest official statements from Network 10 and WIN to confirm current status.
Would you like me to compile a brief timeline and a what-it-means-for-viewers summary? I can also tailor it for your location in Dallas, Texas if you’re comparing international media markets.
Citations:
- Reports on the June 30, 2026 expiry and affected markets[1][2]
- Context on Network 10’s regional licence activity and broader regional media strategy[6][7][3]