Media Release Released in: Melbourne, Australia
Release date: 1 September 2007
Prepared by: Pacific Broadband Networks



Pacific Broadband Networks and Matchmaster announce partnership to promote and distribute advanced optical broadband products for the Australian market.

Melbourne, Australia, 1 September 2007 - Pacific Broadband Networks (PBN) and Matchmaster today announced a partnership to promote and distribute advanced optical broadband products in the Australian market place. The association will significantly increase the exposure of PBN’s already impressive list of products, renowned globally for their superiority and reliability.

For over ten years PBN has continued to develop and manufacture world class optical digital and RF broadband products with great success. PBN’s brand name has gained recognition and positioned the company as one of the world’s leading HFC and FTTx optical broadband product manufacturers.

PBN’s array of products includes optical nodes for delivering VoIP, Ethernet and CATV services. These products form part of our technology platform for converged customer access networks that deliver a full range of communication services to residences and businesses.

PBN’s CEO, Mr Peter Saglietti, said: “PBN is thrilled about the partnership with Matchmaster. For over a decade, PBN has invested considerable effort in the international communication markets and the results speak for themselves. This new partnership with Matchmaster will provide PBN with the opportunity to further build on its success in Australia as a preferred supplier.”

In line with Matchmaster’s vision to offer the best products and technical expertise through its distribution channels, PBN will enhance its position as a world class vendor from both a technology and industry perspective. This distributor agreement between PBN and Matchmaster will enable deep market penetration for the delivery of innovative products, making available cost effective broadband services to all Australians.

Mr Robert Waterford, Managing Director of Matchmaster, said: “The partnership will enable the offering of locally developed and manufactured optical broadband products in line with Matchmaster’s position of providing all that we do ‘For the Best’. The addition of PBN’s world class optical broadband product range will certainly enhance our already impressive portfolio.”

About Matchmaster

Matchmaster has positioned itself at the forefront of modern television and communication systems engineering. Matchmaster supports the highest quality products, is committed to service and provides nationally accredited training programs with engineering excellence.

Matchmaster began operations in 1939, commenced design and manufacture of television antennas in 1956 and rapidly established itself as leaders in commercial technology, product development and the best technical expertise in the industry. Matchmaster has enjoyed tremendous growth and developed over the years as the exclusive Australian distributor for many leading international commercial brands, as well as stated its position as the heavy duty Australian antenna manufacturer and complete TV reception systems provider.

Matchmaster’s preferred supplier status in most major electrical wholesaler chains ensures the company has great distribution throughout Australia and New Zealand.

As communication technology converges, and as the communications market expands, Matchmaster is well equipped to lead the market into the digital age and beyond.

Matchmaster has branches in Punchbowl NSW, Underwood QLD, Garbutt QLD, Tullamarine VIC, Ascot Park SA and New Zealand. Matchmaster is also well represented by agents in NSW, WA, TAS and NT.

About Pacific Broadband Networks

Pacific Broadband Networks (PBN) is an Australian owned designer and manufacturer of a wide range of advanced fibre based optical broadband products and solutions. PBN offers comprehensive broadband distribution and access solutions; including headend equipment, network management, optical transmission products suitable for Ethernet, HFC and FTTx with GEPON P2P and P2MP applications.

PBN has a state-of-the-art research and development facility in Melbourne and China. PBN’s offices are in Australia, China, Europe and the Americas. PBN is also well represented by distributors globally.

If you would like to know more about PBN, Matchmaster and our highly successfully teams, visit our website at www.pbn.com.au, www.matchmaster.com.au or contact one of our offices directly. Our representatives would be happy to hear from you!

For further information:

Contact: Vickie Gillan
Telephone: +61 3 9763 1800
Facsimile: +61 3 9763 5522
Email: vickie@pbn.com.au
Website: www.pbn.com.au
8-10 Keith Campbell Court SCORESBY VIC 3179 Australia

Contact: Amanda Cleary
Telephone: (02) 9153 6666
Facsimile: (02) 9153 9099
Email: amandac@matchmaster.com.au
Website: www.matchmaster.com.au
48-50 Belmore Road Punchbowl NSW 2196 Australia