 The channel is run by Foxtel Networks, under license from ViacomCBS, and is also available on Optus Television and FetchTV.Before Nick Jr. officially launched as a 24-hour TV channel, it was part of Nickelodeon's morning line-up which included such shows as "Blue's Clues", "PAW Patrol" and "Dora the Explorer".On 21 January 2004, Foxtel announced a brand new digital service along with new channel line-ups which included Nick Jr. On 14 March 2004, Nick Jr. officially launched to be the first 24-hour Australian kids channel to play shows suited for pre-schoolers.