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Sergeant Salami on 09/06/2016 - 10:38 offer.optus.com.au (7306 clicks)
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Optus has purchased rights to the English Premier League over Foxtel. Optus is including a free subscription to the EPL for eligible customers.
Find out if you're eligible by entering your details. If you're eligible, it will add the subscription to your account.

You should then receive an email with the following info:

Hi there,
We can confirm that a Premier League subscription has been added to the service number:

(phone number)

Your plan includes Premier League at no additional cost for the life of your plan whilst Optus maintains Premier League rights.

If you did not request this Premier League subscription, please contact us immediately on 133 937 to let us know.

For more info on EPL and Optus visit: http://www.optus.com.au/epl

T&C's: Available in selected homes in selected areas. Fair Go Policy Applies. Premier League is for private viewing in Australia only. Content and features vary by device. Optus Premier League is available as long as you remain on an eligible plan and Optus has the rights to stream the Premier League, which run from 2016/17 to 2018/19.

1/8: Updated expiry from 31 July to 22 August 2016.

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  • anarky on 09/06/2016 - 10:45
    +1

    Just registered. This is awesome. Thanks.

  • Fusakin on 09/06/2016 - 10:57
    +12

    If your on the $90 unlimited cable + phone + Fetch TV plan, I managed to be eligible by using my home phone number rather than my internet username (which said I wasn't eligible).

    • Sergeant Salami on 09/06/2016 - 11:02

      I had to do the same for the same plan.

    • unco on 09/06/2016 - 11:03
      +1

      Thanks! I tried my internet username and was disappointed, home phone worked and I'm happy again!

    • guidedlight on 09/06/2016 - 11:47
      +3

      Just keep in mind that if you are eligible via your phone plan, and you have Fetch TV… then the EPL channel will NOT be available on your current Fetch TV service.
      To watch the EPL on Fetch TV, you need to have an eligible internet plan.

      It's just an annoying quirk of Optus's backend systems.

      • SubNoize on 09/06/2016 - 13:55
        +3

        That's such a bloody joke…

    • andwae on 09/06/2016 - 12:01

      Thanks for this tip! Worked for me too

  • silvertone on 09/06/2016 - 10:57
    +6

    "The 2016/17 Premier League season is yours for free.
    Your Optus plan qualifies you for a free subscription to the 2016/17 season. From 31st July 2017, your Premier League subscription will automatically continue and you will be charged $15 per month unless you cancel."

    Mmm.

    • goralph on 09/06/2016 - 13:59
      -1

      What's the problem? If you don't want it to renew just set a reminder.

      • silvertone on 09/06/2016 - 14:32
        -1

        i was more intrigued that it only offered one year. I'm on contract, why would this year be any different to next year?

        And my phone only allows reminders up to 12 months away ;)

        • Flyerone on 09/06/2016 - 15:17
          +4

          So set the reminder 12 months from today. The season will be over anyway.

  • JPic on 09/06/2016 - 11:01
    +2

    Got the SMS from Optus this Tuesday saying the free subscription has added on my account.

    "The Premier League is yours for no extra fee. That's right, on your plan you can get a Premier League Subscription until the end of the 2018/19 season. Subscribe at Optus.com.au/epl.'

    Good deal.

  • Glenn3103 on 09/06/2016 - 11:06
    +2

    I was eligable on the $45 sim only post paid plan. Will be sure to set a reminder for next year though to cancel once the $15 per month fee kicks in.

    • bargainslut on 09/06/2016 - 11:13

      So If I buy a sim card I get this package for free?

      • ignitemusic on 09/06/2016 - 11:16
        +1

        uhhh, don't you have to be on the $30/month Sim only plan or higher?

    • Joz2988 on 09/06/2016 - 11:19
      +2

      Did that work?

      On their web site:
      View EPL in Australia only. 2016/17 EPL subscription on mobile plans from $30/mth (Min cost $360 over 12mths). From 31/7/17 EPL is $15/mth, cancel EPL anytime without charge.

    • silvertone on 09/06/2016 - 11:20

      "For eligible plans valued at $85 per month and above, EPL will be included at no extra cost."

      https://media.optus.com.au/media-releases/2016/optus-custome…

      Not sure how that relates to mobile plans?

      • Joz2988 on 09/06/2016 - 11:26

        I think that refers to the broadband contracts?

    • TLZ on 09/06/2016 - 11:44
      +2

      No.

      You need to be on a plan.

  • [Deactivated] on 09/06/2016 - 11:13
    -4

    dont even need to buy one get the $2 sims from optus store they are free

    • bargainslut on 09/06/2016 - 11:17

      I thought $30/month as well, but if it works on a $2/free sim I'll be sorted!

    • dancube on 09/06/2016 - 11:19

      Very interested as to whether this works! I'd be happy to pay the $15 a month fee if I could get that on a $2 sim.

    • tuvz on 09/06/2016 - 11:44

      https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/251316
      Would this work or have to sign up for post paid?

    • jimbobaus on 09/06/2016 - 11:48

      Pretty sure Optus is on record saying it will be on Prepaid but you will need to recharge at least $30 a month to get it.

      • dazweeja on 09/06/2016 - 17:25

        Definitely not on prepaid:

        "The best solution for prepaid customers is to connect to one of our eligible postpaid mobile plans, including the $35 SIM Only month-to-month plan or $30 SIM Only 12 month contract (minimum total cost is $360 over 12 months)."

      • ilikeradiohead on 09/06/2016 - 18:59

        You might be thinking of the AFL/NRL pass on Telstra.

    • nickj on 09/06/2016 - 11:50

      I've got a $10 Optus prepaid voice SIM active currently, and I couldn't get a code. I tried both the "postpaid" section (even though it's prepaid), and the "Mobile Broadband/Tablet" section (even though it's not an MBB) and no luck with either. So you could try a $2 SIM, but registered as an Mobile broadband, and see if that works. I'm suspecting it won't, but would not hurt to try.

      • Todes Angst on 09/06/2016 - 12:56

        I tried with my MBB sim and it doesn't work. Their is no "account Info" for them to check me against and the web page checker just stops before sending the checking code.

  • altman on 09/06/2016 - 11:18

    I'm on the Big Office Bundle with Optus and I got this message when I signed up:

    "Your current service has a Premier League subscription included at no extra cost for the life of your plan while Optus remains the rights-holder"

    So does this mean as long as Optus has the rights I'm entitled to an everlasting subscription free of charge?

    • Sergeant Salami on 09/06/2016 - 11:19
      +1

      Yep as long as they have the rights to the EPL. If they lose the rights, then obviously you'd lose the subscription too.

  • scizor08 on 09/06/2016 - 11:19
    +2

    Good deal! So how does this work? Do I need that thing called fetch tv to watch it on my tv? Can i just stream it to my laptop?

    • Sergeant Salami on 09/06/2016 - 11:21
      +3

      Go to http://www.optus.com.au/epl and have a read. It says that you'll be able to watch it from the website, app on phone/tablet or Fetch TV

      • goralph on 09/06/2016 - 14:24
        +1

        Really impressed with this offering - seems like great value even for the $15 p/m. As a bonus it's even better!

        Here's hoping everything is smooth, HD and doesn't lag. Otherwise I'm going back to Acestream ;-)

        • CheapCoffee on 09/06/2016 - 17:04

          Ye, if it offers good service $15 a month is a steal!

    • TLZ on 09/06/2016 - 11:43

      I think it's an app for your phone or tablet.

    • dazweeja on 09/06/2016 - 13:11

      Website, mobile apps, Apple TV, Fetch STB for broadband customers, Fetch Mini for mobile customers ($5 a month).

  • bargainslut on 09/06/2016 - 11:25

    OK bargain hunters. Each person that has access to the EPL gets 4 account users (They can log in all at once to watch). I'd be happy to pay someone a fee for the login, PM me if interested.

    • dancube on 09/06/2016 - 11:29
      -2

      Apparently you only get two unless you are connected on multiple services.

    • billy_bob on 09/06/2016 - 11:40
      +1

      Not sure why you are getting negative votes, sounds like a great idea, especially for people who cannot get Optus mobile or broadband because they are already locked into contracts with other providers. Personally, I think Optus are making a big mistake by not offering the EPL as a stand alone package, for say $20 per month.

      • bargainslut on 09/06/2016 - 11:45

        Cheers Bob, it would save money for me and others so yes, a good idea. $20 per month would be good but the rights to buy the EPL have shot up, at this stage NZ doesn't even have anyone showing it!

      • dazweeja on 09/06/2016 - 13:13
        +1

        Because he's wrong. You can register 4 devices but only use one at once. The exception is the Fetch boxes which can be used at the same time as one of the devices.

        • bargainslut on 09/06/2016 - 14:22
          -1

          So one person uses a fetch box and one uses a 'device'. 1 Account/2 people, correct?

        • dazweeja on 09/06/2016 - 14:28
          -1

          @bargainslut:

          Correct. "Stream on 1 device plus simultaneously watch on Yes TV by Fetch". Also confirmed in the comments here that the Fetch device can be the STB or Mini:

          https://yescrowd.optus.com.au/t5/Blog/The-Premier-League-fro…

        • bargainslut on 09/06/2016 - 14:39

          @dazweeja:
          Excellent news, basically 50% off then, cheers dazzy boy

          Can we have more than one Yes TV by fetch box to watch the Premier League on multiple TV’s?

          No, as we currently supply one Yes TV by Fetch box per household. However you can watch two games at once through your compatible smartphone or tablet or through the Optus Premier League website.

      • braddsey on 09/06/2016 - 17:01

        By not offering EPL as a standalone package Optus are using it as a tool to sign up more people to their phone/internet/broadband services. It makes a significant point of difference to Telstra for any EPL fans looking for a new communications provider.

  • genes888 on 09/06/2016 - 11:40

    Awesome! Signed up! Thanks OP

    I can finally ditch Foxtel! But I now have to work out how to record EPL games (on my mobile device) that start @ 3am on a Sunday morning!

    • billy_bob on 09/06/2016 - 11:44
      +11

      Yeah, good luck with that. I can see Optus desperately trying to sell the EPL rights back to Foxtel in 12 months when they realise that they have paid way too much, and their business model of trying to force people to sign up to Optus just to get EPL is not working.

      • genes888 on 09/06/2016 - 12:09

        yeah, wouldn't bet against ya there!

        in the meantime, while Optus still holds EPL rights, anyone got any info on this 'Fetch TV mini' device?? not seeing any info about it on the Optus site!

        • kirt on 09/06/2016 - 12:14
          +1

          anyone got any info on this 'Fetch TV mini' device

          http://www.optus.com.au/shop/entertainment/tv-movies/fetch-t…

          http://www.optus.com.au/shop/entertainment/tv-movies/fetch-t…

          Specs:

          https://forums.whirlpool.net.au/forum-replies.cfm?t=2283068&…

          Should be officially announced by Fetch themselves next week.

        • billy_bob on 09/06/2016 - 12:17
          +1

          Can only get Fetch TV if you have Optus Broadband. Tough cookies for the rest who will have to watch on their tablet or phone. Another example of Optus's poor handling of this whole EPL deal. They need to realise that sports lovers want to watch the game on their big screen TV (or projector), not on their phone or tablet.

        • genes888 on 09/06/2016 - 12:57

          @kirt: thanks for the links!

          haha, funny on the fetch tv device comparator page that the spec difference between 'fetch tv' & 'fetch tv mighty' is WIFI connectivity!

          and you will have to pay an extra $30 per month to get the 'mighty'! what a joke!

        • dazweeja on 09/06/2016 - 13:14

          @billy_bob:

          No, the Fetch Mini is for their mobile customers on other ISPs. An extra $5 a month. It doesn't record though. Also, Allen Lew has said that Apple TV will be supported.

        • goralph on 09/06/2016 - 18:12

          @billy_bob: Pretty sure you can watch on your laptop - so HDMI to the TV and it's all the same.

        • billy_bob on 09/06/2016 - 20:31

          @goralph: Ok, good to know, but most games are on after midnight, so the ability to record games would be handy, but the Fetch mini doesn't record.

        • dazweeja on 09/06/2016 - 22:17

          @billy_bob:

          290 games out of 380 are available on-demand so no reason to record most of the time.

    • Associatedbargainhunter12345 @ Optus Accessories on 09/06/2016 - 12:31

      You'd best get at least the Yes Fetch TV set top box if you want to record EPL games, however, I believe that you have access to game replays if you miss the game. If you just want to have it on the TV you'll be able to get the Yes TV by Fetch Mini in July and add it to your bill.

      • genes888 on 09/06/2016 - 13:05
        -1

        seriously doubt if it's worth having to sign up to Optus broadband for 24 months for $90 per month just to watch EPL on TV????

        am currently on Telstra Cable with 75mbps download speed & 500GB. I can only get 20mbps ADSL2+ with Optus from my place atm.

        think I'll just connect my old laptop to TV & stream Optus EPL coverage thru web browser! haha

  • TLZ on 09/06/2016 - 11:41

    Worked with my Optus mobile plan.

    Thanks a plenty :)

  • Mikinoz on 09/06/2016 - 11:41
    +2

    You will receive free access to the 2016/17 Premier League season.

    We will begin charging you $15 per month from 31st July 2017 and you will be billed each month until you decide to cancel.

  • Todes Angst on 09/06/2016 - 11:42

    I have optus mobile broadband. All the info gets ticked in their "Checking" webpage. There is no account info to display though and it stops :(

  • Ringu on 09/06/2016 - 11:43

    Has it been mentioned anywhere whether the matches will be shown in full HD, and if they can be set to record at watch whenever? Thanks.

  • giventofly on 09/06/2016 - 11:46
    +3

    Worked on my $60 per month SIM only plan that I got on special for $40.

    • giventofly on 09/06/2016 - 12:07

      Why would someone downvote this?

      • fiveferrari on 09/06/2016 - 12:12

        I am getting the same deal via Chat.

        • overlook on 09/06/2016 - 12:38

          mind to tell how that work?

          Is it same plan as https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/248367

        • fiveferrari on 09/06/2016 - 12:54

          @overlook: Yes its the same plan.

          I just asked whether they had any Sim only plan with unlimited minutes and post that they offered it. I did not even ask for it.
          This plan is good and it gives EPL also.

        • giventofly on 09/06/2016 - 13:33

          Not exactly the same. Mine is the deal when they offered 10GB data. I believe now it is only 8GB, which is still good value.

        • fiveferrari on 09/06/2016 - 13:36
          +1

          @rorymeister: They offered 10GB data.

        • giventofly on 09/06/2016 - 14:01

          @xtremevicky:

          Awesome! Their website says only 8, but that's good they gave you more.

        • fiveferrari on 09/06/2016 - 17:09

          @rorymeister:
          But I never signed up. I want unlimited international calling.

  • Viridius on 09/06/2016 - 11:55

    I'm on the entertainment bundle with NBN:

    Your plan includes Premier League at no additional cost for the life of your plan whilst Optus maintains Premier League rights.

  • Cheapo333 on 09/06/2016 - 12:05
    +4

    Just be aware the marketing ploy is to hope you will forget to unsubscribe after the free period and start paying $15/month thereafter, or have you 'get use to' receiving live EPL coverage and convince you the $15 is worth it. Good deal, just set a reminder when the free period ends and re-evaluate then.

  • timmsy23 on 09/06/2016 - 12:07

    This is making me want to convert from my Telstra cable internet service. Paying $80 a month now and don't get any TV, I do get 40mbps and 200GB data. Their new sign up plans mention this EPL deal. Is Optus internet any good?

    • Associatedbargainhunter12345 @ Optus Accessories on 09/06/2016 - 12:19

      You do get unlimited data for as low as $60 if you are eligible to be serviced with ADSL, Cable or NBN connection and have an existing postpaid mobile service. If you don't have a postpaid service with Optus it is $80 per month on a 24 month contract.

    • ShortyX on 09/06/2016 - 12:28
      +1

      This thinking is what they banked on when looking to purchase the EPL rights. I personally don't believe content should depend on which provider you are with.

    • stebie on 09/06/2016 - 13:32

      Performance can vary from node to node. A friend recently changed from Optus cable to Telstra cable, both 100Mbps services, and the performance difference is night and day (in favour of Telstra). On the other hand, others may have had an opposite experience.

      If you know anyone in your local area on Optus cable (assuming you're on the same node as them), ask them to perform speed tests, especially during peak times. Or look up speed-related Optus cable threads on Whirlpool, where an affected person or people may live close to you, giving you an idea of performance you could expect.

      The last thing you want is to experience 5Mbps speeds on an advertised 100Mbps service.

  • iamafreak on 09/06/2016 - 12:08

    just registered :)

    Great News. Premier League is included at no extra charge.

    Your current service has a Premier League subscription included at no extra cost for the life of your plan while Optus remains the rights-holder.

    You will enjoy:

    All 380 matches exclusively live
    The new Premier League app for smartphones and tablets
    Up-to-the minute player stats, league tables and fixtures

  • coco1458 on 09/06/2016 - 12:14

    Do you have to sign up to it if you're eligible or do you just get it?

    • Sergeant Salami on 09/06/2016 - 12:14

      You get it part of your plan. Say you're eligible it will just add the subscription to your account.

      • coco1458 on 09/06/2016 - 12:20

        Cheers!

  • Associatedbargainhunter12345 @ Optus Accessories on 09/06/2016 - 12:14

    I think if you cancel at any point on their month to month SIM only plan your free access to EPL will expire.

    • athk on 09/06/2016 - 16:07

      That'll be handy for the ones that don't want to continue, I might try that half way through the season and report back. (If I remember :P)

  • asianbargain on 09/06/2016 - 12:17

    Just register. How can i watch on tv? I need fetch mini? Is there extra charge?

    • dazweeja on 09/06/2016 - 15:09
      +2

      Website on laptop via HDMI? Or $5 extra a month for the Mini but it has other stuff like Netflix, Stan, all the FTA catch-up apps, FTA channels, pause and rewind live TV (up to 17 minutes).

  • ShortyX on 09/06/2016 - 12:26
    +4

    I'll miss the FOX On Demand service. It's disappointing to be held to ransom by Optus.

    For those who have jumped onboard, remember that the subscription will bump up to $15/month (depending on spend with Optus$

  • ExtraSalt on 09/06/2016 - 12:50
    +8

    i dont even watch the EPL but i signed up to spite my Telstra mate who does….thanks Optus for the free EPL, thanks Crownbet for the free AFL, thanks William Hill for the free NBA, thanks Unibet for the free NHL, thanks Optus for the free Cricket.

  • guidedlight on 09/06/2016 - 12:57
    +1

    No iOS support for EPL… only Android at this stage.

    • dazweeja on 09/06/2016 - 15:07
      +1

      True. They've said other compatible phones/tablets coming soon and Allen Lew has already stated that there'll be an Apple TV app, so iOS still seems likely to me.

      • guidedlight on 09/06/2016 - 15:32

        Apple TV generation 4 only

        My understanding is that Apple does not allow carrier-restricted applications in the App Store.

        • dazweeja on 09/06/2016 - 15:52

          I don't see how it's more carrier-restricted than the Optus TV with Fetch app, the Optus WiFi Talk app, or any other Optus app that requires an Optus subscription to function?

        • guidedlight on 09/06/2016 - 16:15

          @dazweeja: Both the Optus TV with Fetch app, and the Optus WiFi Talk app are restricted to use on a WiFi network… they aren't restricted the the Optus Mobile Network itself.

        • dazweeja on 09/06/2016 - 17:22

          @guidedlight:

          I don't see any mention of that anywhere. It would be weird if that was the case too. For example, if you signed up to the broadband package, it says you can "catch every match on the go with your smartphone or tablet". If would be odd if you also had to be a mobile customer to do this and it wasn't mentioned, don't you think? The video stream on the apps is unmetered on the Optus mobile network but it looks to be available outside it.

        • jimbobaus on 11/06/2016 - 08:28

          @guidedlight:
          WRONG MATE!
          I have fetch and my mobile is on Telstra and work Wifi is on Bigpond, use the fetch TV app on them all the time, the only restriction is you must be on the same home network to pair the phone app with the fetch tv, after thats done you can use it on any nerwork.

    • sauce2k6 on 10/06/2016 - 07:41

      jailbreak and use flex to enable airplay ;)

  • ad62623 on 09/06/2016 - 13:01

    Does this sign you up to pay an extra fee once the trial period is over?

    • athk on 09/06/2016 - 15:56

      Yes, you need to cancel before your next due date. Otherwise it's $15p/m

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