Around the World: BBC’s new ad is a blast from the past
Media expert Antony Young rounds up global industry headlines. This week, BBC has brought back an ad from 40 years ago.
Weave evolves Panhead’s brand identity
Craft beer Panhead has unveiled a brand refresh and new packaging system created in partnership with independent brand design agency Weave.
Sealord argues Kiwis should be louder about their love for fish
National seafood brand Sealord’s new long-term brand platform argues Kiwis need to be louder and prouder about their love affair with fish.
Crave Group puts local spin on Mercedes-Benz’s global tour
Creative agency Crave Group has partnered with Mercedes-Benz New Zealand to launch the local leg of the car company’s global tour.
Together and Lumo’s new Cupra campaign is a 3D billboard first
Automotive brand Cupra is bringing a new dimension to out of home advertising, with the country’s first-ever 3D motion roadside billboard campaign.
Lumo opens 2026 Pixel Awards
Lumo Digital Outdoor has opened entries for the 2026 Pixel awards in partnership with 2degrees, Vistar and Latch.
Kantar names Colgate the Ad Impact Winner for June
Kantar has named Colgate as the Ad Impact Award winner for June, recognising the toothpaste brand for its new campaign, ‘Smile strong’.
SCG shines at 2026 PrintNZ Business Awards
A long-term commitment to sustainability has seen SCG recognised with the 2026 PrintNZÂ Business Awards Category – Sustainability.
2026 Beacon Awards winners announced
The 2026 Beacon Awards, in association with QMS, were held at the Viaduct Events Centre in Auckland on the evening of July 2.
2026 IAB New Zealand Digital Advertising Awards call for entries
The 2026 IAB New Zealand Digital Advertising Awards mark the 10th year of celebrating outstanding digital advertising in Aotearoa.
McCann NZ makes strong Cannes Lions debut
McCann New Zealand earned one Gold, one Silver, four Bronze and 20 shortlists in its debut year at Cannes Lions.
Two creative-comedians on bravery in comedy and advertising
Zach Hall and Lane Pilkington are copywriters by day, standup comedians by night. What does bravery look like? No laugh track, no safety net.
Bigger isn’t better: The case against government media consolidation
Health NZ’s decision to choose a media agency of record has Antony Young asking: “are centralised media appointments still relevant?”
The shift toward outcome-based measurement in out of home
Out of home advertising is entering a new phase where demonstrating real world impact is just as important as capturing attention.
Brands come out to play for April Fools’
To see brands using April Fools’ Day to make people laugh with unhinged launches and announcements is such a treat.