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Welcome to Sky Open – a bold and exciting new name and look which has replaced Prime. 
Sky Open is part of Sky’s commitment to connect New Zealanders with the sport and entertainment they love, in ways that work for them. 
Sky Open showcases a wide range of exciting content, locally produced shows from Sky Originals NZ, news, exclusive Sky Sport coverage, documentaries, and entertainment – open and free-to-view for everyone. 
Sky Open is free-to-air on Freeview channel 15 and can be accessed on Sky channel 4, plus there are other ways to view all our great content via Sky and online, find out all you need to know with our handy FAQs below.
FREE TO VIEW
Anyone can watch Sky Open free on Sky Go. Find out how you can register here.
BEST OF SKY OPEN
SPORT ON SKY OPEN
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DHL Super Rugby Pacific

Brumbies v Moana Pasifika
Friday 22 March 10.30pm (delayed)

Blues v Crusaders
Saturday 23 March 7pm

Moana Pasifika v Blues
Saturday 30 March 4.30pm

Highlanders v Hurricanes
Saturday 30 March 7pm 

Chiefs v Moana Pasifika
Saturday 6 April 7pm 

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Super Rugby Aupiki

Blues v Matatu
Saturday 23 March 4.30pm

Chiefs v Blues
Saturday 30 March 2pm

Hurricanes v Blues
Saturday 6 April 2pm

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NRL Premiership

Warriors v Raiders
Friday 22 March 7.30pm

Tigers v Sharks
Sunday 24 March 12am (delayed)

Broncos v Cowboys
Friday 29 March 9.55pm

Warriors v Knights
Sunday 31 March 8pm (delayed)

Bulldogs v Roosters
Friday 5 April 7.30pm

Rabbitohs v Warriors
Saturday 6 April 9.30pm (delayed)

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Premier League

Goal Rush - Tottenham v Luton
Sunday 31 March 10am (delayed)

Goal Rush - Teams TBC
Sunday 7 April 10am (delayed)

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FIA Formula One World Championship

Australian Grand Prix
Sunday 24 March 4pm

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Sal's NBL

Wellington Saints v Auckland Tuatara
Sunday 31 March 3pm

Franklin Bulls v Canterbury Rams
Sunday 7 April 3pm

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2024 World Wheelchair Rugby Paralympic Qualification Tournament

New Zealand v Netherlands
Wednesday 20 March 3.30pm

New Zealand v Brazil
Thursday 21 March 12.30pm

New Zealand v Canada
Friday 22 March 3.30pm

Teams TBC
Sunday 24 March 1pm


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News First

News First, at 5.30pm is produced by the award-winning Warner Brothers Discovery news division at their Auckland Flower Street Studios and brings day’s top news, sport, and weather, all in a concise 30-minute package. With Eric Young presenting, News First, at 5.30pm will continue to keep you up to date, backed by the resources of the country’s finest journalists, producers, and foreign correspondents from around the globe.

FAQ

What's Sky Open

Q.   What is Sky Open?
A.   Sky Open is the new name of Sky’s free-to-air channel (formerly known as Prime). Sky Open is part of Sky’s commitment to connect New Zealanders with the sport and entertainment they love, in ways that work for them. Sky Open will showcase a wide range of exciting content, including locally-produced shows from Sky Originals NZ, news, exclusive Sky Sport coverage, documentaries, and entertainment – all free-to-air.
Q.   Who owns the Sky Open channel?
A.   Sky Open is fully owned by SKY Network Television, a proudly New Zealand company.  
Q.   When did Prime change to Sky Open?
A.   The channel’s look and feel – including the name and logo – switched over at 6am on Wednesday 23 August.
Q.   What’s happened to Prime?
A.   Prime has been replaced by Sky Open. This bold and energetic new brand is reflective of the diverse and exciting range of programmes available on the channel.
Q.   Is Prime+1 also changing?
A.   Yes, Prime+1 has changed to Sky Open+1, remaining on Freeview channel 21 and Sky channel 514.
Q.   What happens to my recordings of Prime programmes?
A.   Recorded programmes saved in your MySky planner will not be affected, they’ll still be there for you to watch when you wish.
Q.   Why has the channel been renamed?
A.   Sky is proud to bring engaging entertainment and sports content to all New Zealanders. Sky Open offers viewers an opportunity to watch international and locally produced programmes, all free-to-air. Our new free-to-air channel, Sky Open, enables Sky to create a bold and distinctive channel identity that is connected to our family of Sky platforms and channels. 
Q.   Is there a fee to watch any of the programmes on Sky Open?  
A.   There is no fee or subscription payment required to watch the programmes on Sky Open. You can stream free via Sky Go online or on the app, watch free via Freeview on channel 15, or if you’re a Sky box customer, Sky Open is included in the Sky Starter package along with other Freeview channels at no extra cost.

How to watch Sky Open

Q.   How can I watch Sky Open?
A.   Sky Open is available on Freeview channel 15, Sky channel 4, and can be streamed free via Sky Go on web or the app.
Q.   What channel will I find Sky Open on?
A.   Sky Open is free to air on Freeview channel 15 and Sky channel 4 however, there are other ways access all our great content, find out more here.
Q.   Do I need a Sky Box or Sky Pod to watch Sky Open?
A.   No, you can watch on Freeview channel 15 or stream via the Sky Go website or app. You don’t need to be a Sky customer to watch Sky Open, however you can watch the channel via a Sky Box or Sky Pod. 
Q.   Can I watch Sky Open on Sky Go?
A.   Yes, you can watch Sky Open on Sky Go from any device, anywhere in New Zealand. You can stream the channel Live or watch shows On Demand – all free to view!  
Q.   I’m not a Sky customer, how do I set up a Sky Go account?
A.   Anyone can watch Sky Open on Sky Go, whether you’re a Sky customer or not. It’s easy! Simply click here for a how-to guide. 

What to watch on Sky Open

Q.   What happens to Prime News? Am l I still able to watch the news at 5.30pm?  
A.  Yes, Prime News is now called News First and will still air daily at 5.30pm. Catch up on the top news of the day related to current affairs, weather, sports, and other latest happenings with Eric Young. 
Q.   Is there a TV Guide I can access to see what’s on Sky Open? 
A.   Yes, find out what’s coming up on Sky Open over the next few weeks from our Sky TV Guide available here.
Q.   What sport will be on Sky Open? 
A.   We’re committed to delivering a selection of world-class sport to our free-to-air viewers. Upcoming top picks include: 12 matches from the Rugby World Cup 2023 (six games will screen live, including the final and six will be delayed), The Constellation Cup (two live games and two delayed) and coverage from the NRL. 
Q.   Will I be able to watch matches from Rugby World Cup 2023?
A.   Yes, Sky Open is proud to bring you six live Rugby World Cup 2023 matches on free-to-view.
Q.   Which Rugby World Cup 2023 games can I watch on Sky Open?
A.   The Rugby World Cup 2023 matches you’ll be able to watch on Sky Open are: one live All Blacks pool match, three delayed All Blacks pool matches, four quarter finals (two live, two delayed), two semi-finals (one live, one delayed), bronze final live and the Rugby World Cup 2023 final live. See below for match details.
Q.   Are there ads on Sky Open?
A.   Yes, there will be advertising on Sky Open, as is the case with all free-to-all channels. 
Q.   What happens to programmes currently on Prime?
A.   Sky Open is the new home for many of Prime’s programmes, including: Jeopardy!, Pawn Stars and American Pickers
Q.   Is 'The Crowd Goes Wild' on Sky Open?  
A.   Yes, The Crowd Goes Wild is on Sky Open – Mondays and Thursdays at 9.30pm. 
Q.   Will there be any new shows on Sky Open?  
A.   At Sky we’re passionate about bringing our viewers entertaining, informative and quality programming, and this includes new shows for Sky Open. Upcoming highlights include: HBO sports documentary Shaq and season two of comedy Our Flag Means Death starring Taika Waititi and Rhys Darby.
Q.   Will there be any Kiwi programmes on Sky Open?  
A.   Absolutely! We’re committed to telling uniquely Kiwi stories and Sky Open is the home for our local programming.

In August, we’re airing season two of Matthew Ridge-hosted architecture series Designing Dreams and an exciting new travel docuseries Lost In France
 
You can also look forward to a documentary from investigative journalist Bryan Bruce called The Food Crisis and season two of Pax Assadi’s award-winning comedy Raised By Refugees.   
Q.   What happens to Prime Flicks and Prime Rocks?
A.   Sky Open will still offer an exciting and informative range of movies and music documentaries.

Classifications

PROGRAMME CLASSIFICATIONS

Changes to classifications and timebands on free-to-air TV channels 
Changes to classification labels and timebands take effect on 1 May 2020 across free-to-air TV channels in New Zealand. The PGR and AO labels are being replaced with G, PG, M, 16 and 18 labels. This will bring consistency with Pay TV and other streaming services. 

There are also changes to some of the timebands which dictate when different programmes can be shown. The 8.30pm watershed for 16+ programmes remains the same. M content can be played from 7.30pm and G and PG content can play at any time.

To help you decide what you and your family watch, we will also be increasing the use of classification labels, and you will see advisory symbols (L, V, C and S) to indicate the content of some programmes. 

To give you more control, parental lock features are available on Sky, Freeview and Vodafone enabled TVs to help manage what children in your care watch.

For more information, and some useful tips about how to keep your kids safe when watching TV go to www.safeviewing.co.nz
Free-To-Air Television Programme Classifications and Audience Advisories
Classifications:

For the purposes of these classifications a child means a person under the age of 14 years.

G – GENERAL: APPROVED FOR GENERAL VIEWING

Programmes which exclude material likely to be unsuitable for children. Programmes may not necessarily be designed for child viewers but should not contain material likely to alarm or distress them. G programmes may be screened at any time.

PG – PARENTAL GUIDANCE: PARENTAL GUIDANCE RECOMMENDED FOR YOUNGER VIEWERS

Programmes containing material more suited for mature audiences but not necessarily unsuitable for child viewers when subject to the guidance of a parent or an adult. PG programmes may be screened at any time.

M - MATURE AUDIENCES: SUITABLE FOR MATURE AUDIENCES 16 YEARS AND OVER

The M classification means the programme might contain violence, sexual material, offensive language, adult themes, nudity, or other content that some children and parents find challenging. The programme may contain content with a moderate impact and themes that require a mature outlook. On free-to-air television, M programmes may be screened between 9am and 3pm on weekdays (except during school and public holidays, as designated by the Ministry of Education) and after 7.30pm until 5am.

16 - PEOPLE UNDER 16 YEARS SHOULD NOT VIEW

Programmes classified 16 contain stronger material or special elements which are outside the M classification. These programmes may contain a greater degree of sexual material, offensive language, realistic violence, and stronger adult themes.On free-to-air television 16 programmes may be screened after 8.30pm until 5am.

18 - PEOPLE UNDER 18 YEARS SHOULD NOT VIEW

Programmes classified 18 contain themes which may be challenging or offensive even to some adult viewers. On free-to-air television 18 programmes may be screened after 9.30pm until 5am.

Unclassified Programming
News, current affairs, sports and live content is not, because of its distinct nature, subject to classification. However, broadcasters must be mindful of children’s interests (Standard 3) and other broadcasting standards and include audience advisories (i.e. a warning) where appropriate.

If a programme is likely to disturb or offend a significant number of viewers, or progamme content is likely to be outside audience expectations, an appropriate written, or written and verbal, on-screen audience advisory (warning) should also be broadcast.

Audience Advisories

C: CONTENT MAY OFFEND
L: LANGUAGE MAY OFFEND
V: CONTAINS VIOLENCE
S: SEXUAL CONTENT MAY OFFEND
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