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With roots dating back to 1975, MATV Systems has grown from humble beginnings into a leading provider of MATV and CATV system design and installation across Newcastle, Maitland, Forster Tuncurry, Sydney, Canberra, and North and South Queensland.
Owned by Stephen and two partners, the business combines more than 100 years of industry experience. Stephen and installation manager Phil bring deep technical knowledge and trusted hands-on expertise to every project.
As Foxtel design partners, our team is fully equipped and trained to deliver compliant, high-quality installations and Pay TV upgrades across a wide range of commercial properties, including hospitals, aged care facilities, retirement villages, apartment buildings, hotels, and more.
We’re backed by all necessary accreditations, including White Cards, Working at Heights certification, police checks, and $20M public liability coverage. Plus, we're now listed on MRI Strata Master Connect (SMATA), the platform trusted by strata management companies to source professional contractors for the properties they manage.
Using reliable components from major Australian suppliers like Kingray, NAS, and Matchmaster, we tailor solutions using coaxial, fibre, HFC, and CAT 5/6 networks. We specialise in custom-designed systems for complex environments, including Aged Care Facilities and Retirement Villages where functionality and ease of use are paramount.
From Sydney to South East Queensland, MATV Systems is your trusted signal partner.
Testimonials
Projects
THE JOHN HUNTER HOSPITAL, NEWCASTLE
Recent upgrades at Newcastle’s major hospital saw us completely rewire the entire MATV system, converting an old analogue system to digital and install more than 600 TV sets and ceiling brackets and nurse control handsets. It included altering the headend from one that occupied an entire store room to one that fits in a 27RU cabinet. Many inhouse channels were also included for patient viewing.
THE CARL, CARLINGFORD
This 19-storey apartment building, located adjacent to Carlingford Station, features a fully integrated five-wire MATV system that delivers both Free-to-Air (FTA) and Pay TV services to each of its approximately 140 units. Each apartment is equipped with two cables leading to every wall plate, ensuring reliable and high-quality signal distribution throughout the premises. This comprehensive installation was carried out as part of a construction project by Growthbuilt, a company known for delivering large-scale residential developments across Sydney.
THE FLOUR MILL, SUMMER HILL
The Summer Hill Flour Mill arrived in 1922. A cluster of functional milling and storage buildings built by Mungo Scott. The landmark silos appeared in the 1950s, as Goodman Fielder grew the mill’s capacity; followed by Allied Mills, who continued to supply the key ingredient for many of Australia’s favourite loaves, until operations were wound up in 2009.
The main building is a 10-storey apartment block featuring apartments made inside the old durum wheat silos. Interesting building as all walls and windows are curved to take on the shape of the outer silo walls. Also featuring the Granary and the Malthouse buildings. Stage 1 is completed with around 400 outlets. Stage 2 under construction now. Stages 3 and 4 will commence soon.
Construction by Watpac.
TARRAGAL GLEN RETIREMENT VILLAGE AT ERINA
A very large, beautifully maintained village in Erina. The location is a poor site for TV reception and the Village has endured many years of variable TV Reception. Approx 500 Villas and Apartments it was serviced by 4 separate Antenna locations and 4 Headends. The management of the Village RetireAustralia, tasked us the job of rectifying the poor TV signal, use only one suitable Headend and add some in house information channels. We achieved this using Fibre between all hubs, a Kingray Regeneration Headend and 2 Brightsign Media players for in house channels.
KILPATRICK COURT ANGLICAN AGED CARE, TORONTO
This aged care facility in Toronto comprises 147 beds and has been fitted with a complete five-wire MATV system, ensuring reliable access to both Free-to-Air (FTA) and Pay TV services at every outlet throughout the site. The system was designed and installed to meet the diverse entertainment and communication needs of residents and staff. The project was constructed by Hansen Yuncken, a leading builder known for its commitment to delivering high-quality healthcare and aged care developments across the region.
LAMOND DRIVE, TURRAMURRA
This development features 83 one, two and three-bedroom apartments spread across three residential towers in a vibrant urban setting. As a TDT project, the system delivers both Free-to-Air (FTA) and Pay TV services over a single cable to each apartment, ensuring efficient and reliable signal distribution throughout the complex. The builder for this project was Richard Crookes Constructions.
SEVAN APARTMENTS, FORSTER
This 10-storey holiday apartment complex in Forster has been upgraded to the Foxtel box-in-room standard, allowing each unit to offer high-quality, individualised Pay TV access. The upgrade enhances guest comfort and entertainment, aligning with modern hospitality expectations in one of Forster’s most popular, vibrant and highly sought-after coastal holiday destinations.
MURRAYS BEACH COMMUNITY
The entire Lake Macquarie lakeside suburb of Murrays Beach is cabled underground with .500" and .750" Hardline cable. All TV channels are available with a pedestal connection at the property boundary. The system was designed, installed and is maintained by MATV Systems Australia Pty Ltd. There are in excess of 600 home sites running off the one MATV/CATV system.
BONYTHON TOWER MANN ST GOSFORD
Located on Mann Street in the heart of Gosford, Bonython Tower is a striking multi-storey development combining premium residential apartments with commercial and retail spaces. The building has been professionally fitted with a comprehensive television distribution system to support resident needs across levels, aligning with the quality of this landmark project.
BELLE APARTMENTS, BELMONT
Centrally positioned on the plaza at the corner of Ernest and Macquarie Street and the Pacific Highway, this striking development blends plaza-level retail with contemporary one, two and three bedroom apartment living across four levels. A modern five-wire MATV system has been professionally installed to deliver FTA and Pay TV services throughout. The builder for this mixed-use project was Thirdi Group.
WYONG HOSPITAL EXPANSION KANWAL
The Wyong Hospital expansion in Kanwal included the integration of a modern, high-capacity television distribution system tailored for healthcare environments. The system was installed to service multiple levels of the facility, with detailed signal distribution and equipment deployed across various communication rooms. This upgrade ensures strong, consistent signal delivery throughout the hospital’s new wing.
SKY RESIDENCES KING ST NEWCASTLE
Sky Residences on King Street stands as Newcastle’s tallest building, reaching 19 levels and offering unmatched views across the city skyline and coastline. This landmark development features premium residential apartments designed for modern urban living. A professional television distribution system has been installed to service the building with consistency and reliability.
AERO APARTMENTS HUNTER ST, NEWCASTLE WEST
Aero Apartments on Hunter Street in Newcastle West stood as the city’s tallest building at the time of construction, reaching 15 floors. The development includes the headquarters of local builder GWH, with the remaining levels dedicated to premium residential apartments boasting exceptional views. A complete five-wire system was professionally installed throughout.
STELLA APARTMENTS AT WICKHAM
Stella Apartments at Wickham comprises two impressive 14-storey towers positioned to capture sweeping views over Newcastle Harbour. This modern residential development offers premium apartment living in a highly sought-after inner-city location. The project has been completed with a professionally installed TV distribution system to meet the demands of residents across towers.
TALLOWOOD VILLAGE MEDOWIE
Tallowood Village in Medowie is a thoughtfully designed residential estate set within a peaceful, green landscape. This masterplanned community includes a mix of existing homes and future land releases, catering to a growing region with strong demand for quality housing. A complete TV distribution system was installed to support modern residential infrastructure throughout the development.
SHEARWATER APARTMENTS, WARNERS BAY
Shearwater Apartments in Warners Bay is a prominent mixed-use development combining contemporary residential living with ground-level commercial and retail spaces. Spanning multiple low-rise buildings, the project was designed with both lifestyle and convenience in mind. A complete television distribution system was installed across the site to meet the needs of residents and commercial tenants alike.
RAVELLO POINT FREDERICK
Ravello Point in Point Frederick is a premium waterfront apartment complex offering modern, high-end living in one of the Central Coast’s most desirable locations. Designed with quality and convenience in mind, the development has been fitted with a professionally installed MATV system that delivers reliable and consistent signal distribution across residential levels, ensuring seamless television access.