LifeStyle (formerly known as The LifeStyle Channel) is an Australian pay-TV channel currently owned and operated by Foxtel Networks. The channel was launched by XYZnetworks on September 1, 1997.[1] The channel primarily broadcasts non-fiction content covering contemporary lifestyle interests including food and wine, home and garden, real estate, shopping, travel, leisure, and real life drama.[2]
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| Country | Australia |
|---|---|
| Programming | |
| Language(s) | English |
| Picture format | 576i (SDTV) 1080i (HDTV) |
| Timeshift service | Lifestyle +2 |
| Ownership | |
| Owner | Foxtel Networks |
| Sister channels | Foxtel Networks channels |
| History | |
| Launched | 1 September 1997 |
| Former names | The LifeStyle Channel (1997–2010) |
| Links | |
| Website | lifestyle.com.au |
| Availability | |
| Streaming media | |
| Foxtel Go | Channel 106 |
| Binge | binge.com.au |
On 1 March 2011, a HD simulcast of Lifestyle launched on Austar and Foxtel on channel 216.[3]
On 19 September 2016, all LifeStyle channels refreshed their look which included new unified logos.[4] A second brand refresh took place in November 2019.[5]
A LifeStyle branded streaming service, independent from Foxtel's other video-on-demand services, was launched in 2024 under the company's Hubbl division.[6]
Sister networks
editFoxtel operates three other channels under the LifeStyle group.
LifeStyle FOOD, a network dedicated to food, drink, and restaurant culture, launched on March 14, 2004.[7] The channel hosts a number of original shows including The Great Australian Bake Off, Come Dine with Me Australia, Paddock to Plate, River Cottage Australia, Planet Cake, and Great BBQ Challenge.
LifeStyle HOME, dedicated to home and garden improvement, investment, and renovation programs, was launched on March 1, 2010, as a replacement for the former HOW TO Channel.[8] Original programming on the network includes shows such as Deadline Design and Tiny House Australia.[9]
A third network, LifeStyle YOU, focused on inspirational content, as well as programming catered to relationships and women's health and wellness. The channel launched on November 11, 2009, alongside twelve other channels as part of Foxtel's "Next Generation" service launch.[10] LifeStyle YOU closed on October 11, 2017, with most programming moving to the main LifeStyle channel and Fox Arena. The channel hosted local versions of programs such as Wife Swap, Embarrassing Bodies, and Eat Yourself Sexy.
In 2019, a re-organisation of Foxtel Networks additionally placed Fox Arena under the LifeStyle group which hosts reality television and pop culture programming. Despite this change, the channel retains its unique branding and programming.[11]
Programming
editCurrent original programming
edit- Selling Houses Australia (2008–present)
- Grand Designs Australia (2010–2023)
- Gogglebox Australia (2015–present, co-production with Network 10)
- Love It or List It Australia (2017–present)
- The Great Australian Bake Off (2013 on Nine, 2015 & 2016 on LifeStyle Food, 2018–present)
- The Repair Shop Australia (2022–present)
Former original programming
edit- The Best in Australia (2007)
- Chefs Christmas (2007)
- Neil Perry: High Steaks (2007)
- The Pub with One Beer (2007)
- 4 Ingredients (2008)
- Brendan's Green Gift (2008)
- Dry Spell Gardening (2008)
- Bill's Holiday (2009)
- Garden Angels (2009)
- Lush House (2009)
- Matthew Hayden's Home Ground (2010)
- Donna Hay – Fast, Fresh Simple (2011)
- Relocation Relocation Australia (2011)
- Location Location Location Australia (2012-2014)
- Embarrassing Bodies Down Under (2013)
- River Cottage Australia (2013–2014; moved to LifeStyle Food in 2015)
- Paddock to Plate (2013–2014)
- Village Vets Australia (2014-2015)
Acquired programming
editReferences
edit- ^ Elder, Bruce (8 September 1997). "The Guide: Such Is Lifestyle". Sydney Morning Herald. p. 13. Retrieved 2 May 2010.
- ^ BusinessWeek.com; BusinessWeek.com Launches Lifestyle Channel. (14 January 2008). University of Toronto Libraries . Retrieved 9 April 2012, from http://simplelink.library.utoronto.ca/url.cfm/265695
- ^ "Lifestyle HD from March 1st: TV Tonight". David Knox. Retrieved 1 March 2011.
- ^ Perry, Kevin (19 September 2016). "Fresh Look for Foxtel's Lifestyle Channels revealed today". Decider TV. Retrieved 19 September 2016.
- ^ "Stop the press: Four new FOX-branded channels and a Lifestyle refresh are coming!". Retrieved 24 May 2020.
- ^ Manning, James (18 February 2024). "Hubbl - What we know so far about new streaming device launching Wednesday". Mediaweek. Retrieved 24 July 2024.
- ^ "BBC Worldwide delivers extensive programme packages to new Australian digital channgels". BBC Worldwide Press Releases. 29 March 2004. Retrieved 24 July 2024.
- ^ Team, The IF (20 December 2010). "FOXTEL announces Lifestyle HOME". IF Magazine. Retrieved 24 July 2024.
- ^ "Foxtel Upfronts 2016: Local thrillers, Lifestyle & US Drama. | TV Tonight". tvtonight.com.au. 5 November 2015. Retrieved 24 July 2024.
- ^ "Foxtel launches Next Generation service". CNET. Retrieved 24 July 2024.
- ^ "Foxtel.com". Archived from the original on 13 March 2011. Retrieved 20 December 2010.
External links
edit- Official website of Lifestyle
- Official website of LifeStyle Food
- Official website of LifeStyle Home