TelstraClear launches digital TV

TelstraClear has raised the profile of its cable network with the launch this week of digital television services.

As of Monday, more than 62,000 customers on TelstraClear's cable network in Wellington, Kapiti and Christchurch had the option to sign up for 92 television, radio, and pay to view movie channels.

Steve Jackson, head of consumer sales says the service, costing from $37.90 a month, will only be sold as part of a package with a phone line.