The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission will review the proposed merger of Foxtel and Australis Media, ACCC Chairman, Professor Allan Fels, said tonight.

"At this stage, the ACCC has not examined the details of the proposal but will seek information from the parties early next week," he said.

Further information Professor Allan Fels, Chairman, (03) 9290 1812 or pager (016) 373 536 Ms Lin Enright, Director, Public Relations, (06) 264 2808