StopPress exclusives
Why the UK’s TV comeback matters to growth-focused brands in NZ
UK brands are rediscovering television – not for nostalgia, but for profit. Kiwi growth-focused brands shouldn’t ignore the results.
News
Thompson Spencer and Reason announce landmark merger
Independent agenies Thompson Spencer and Reason have announced a merger to form one of the largest independent agency groups in the country.
News
Ad executives come together in new tech start-up Youdooh
Four top ad executives in New Zealand are on a mission to democratise digital outdoor advertising with the new platform, Youdooh.
News
Finalists announced for the YouTube NZ Marketing Awards 2024
The finalists have been announced for the 2024 edition of the YouTube NZ Marketing Awards.
News
Indies promote the power of collaboration at IMANZ shindig
Aotearoa’s dynamic indie agencies got together with media and industry partners last night to promote collabs between media partners and IMANZ.
News
Kantar launches Blueprint for Brand Growth
Kantar, the world’s largest data and insights company, has launched Blueprint for Brand Growth – a new “essential recipe” to help businesses expand.
News
Newshub set to close
The proposal includes the closure of all Newshub’s multiplatform news operations and output from the end of June.
StopPress exclusives
Year in Review 2023: Brad Collett
We asked Brad Collett, incoming Chief Creative Officer at creative agency Federation, for his thoughts on 2023 and what to look forward to in 2024.
Movings & Shakings
Web Antler welcomes digital manager to support new clients
Web Antler has announced the addition of a new agency lead to their growing team. Richard Sell joins as Digital Account Manager in order to further…
Opinion
Dismantling racism in advertising: How we can move on from the white version of colour
I live in two very different worlds: I was raised white, and I have brown skin. Being brought up by loving Palagi (white) parents, I have…
News
Calling the country’s Next Level marketers: Entries now open for the 2020 TVNZ-NZ Marketing Awards
Today the TVNZ-NZ Marketing Awards partners, NZ Marketing magazine, StopPress and Marketing Association (MA) officially opened the call for entries to the 2020 Awards. Now in…
News
Mi9 on the role of transparency in creating sustainable partnerships
Partnerships are the key to creating a sustainable business. Yet creating mutually beneficial partnerships in a digital landscape takes more transparency and honesty than most. Here, Rhys Heron, managing director of Mi9 NZ, tells us how they rely on honesty and integrity to nurture their wide network of international partnerships.
News
Up-and-Comers: Lily Ng, Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners
We’ve given the mic to the industry’s future leaders. Lily Ng, communications advisor at the Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners, has recently been appointed…
News
Growing up: Phantom Billstickers on the progression of posters
StopPress talks to Phantom Billstickers marketing manager Ben Stonyer on the evolution of the company and out-of-home. Once upon a time, posters were put up in…
News
Ads of the week: 5 November
Chuck out some inappropriate celebratory yodelling for NZ Avocado, KiwiPlates and Fix and Fogg. https://player.vimeo.com/video/369449105 Who is it for? Motion Sickness for NZ Avocado Why we…
Features
TVNZ-NZ Marketing Awards: Whittaker’s and MBM win Long-term Agency Partnership
Starting from humble beginnings, MBM as a start-up independent agency, and Whittaker’s struggling to claw share off Cadbury, the two have worked together over the past…
News
Collaboration, action and innovation: There are opportunities in addressing issues
We are reaching a tipping point. Business, government, economies have for too long put growth and profit ahead of all else. It has come at a…
News
Special Group welcomes Gary McCreadie as ECD
Gary McCreadie has joined Special Group as its executive creative director. He was previously a partner and creative director at Bartle Bogle Hegarty London. At Bartle…
News
New Zealand sees record level of advertising bookings in September
The Rugby World Cup and local elections contributed to a record level of September advertising bookings in New Zealand according to Standard Media Index (SMI). Local…
Features
Best bar none: What Whittaker’s teaches us about building a fan base
Spencer Bailey As the Face 2 Face podcast launches a new series looking at iconic Kiwi companies, Spencer Bailey, head of New Zealand for Facebook, looks…
News
Stuff launches new digital platform HealthStuff to cut through the noise
Stuff Digital have launched a new platform called HealthStuff, in partnership with Chemist Warehouse, to cut through health misinformation.
News
Hyper takes DOOH on the move with its street team
Kiwi media company Hyper has launched a digital street team that takes out of home campaigns on the go via backpacks.
Campaigns
Bell Tea launches brand refresh via Havas New Zealand
Havas New Zealand has unveiled a new campaign for Bell Tea, marking the brand’s first significant refresh in more than four years.
Awards
Development West Coast takes out top PRINZ Award
Development West Coast received the Supreme Award at the annual PRINZ Awards for a campaign that shifted behaviour towards modern mining.
Campaigns
Carl’s Jr. celebrates International Burger Day with a nationwide ‘Flavour U-Turn’
When International Burger Day rolled around on May 28, Carl’s Jr. decided everyone deserved to celebrate with a Carl’s Jr. burger in hand.
Awards
NZME takes top prize at NZ Radio & Podcast Awards
NZME’s Newstalk ZB has been named Network Station of the Year for the sixth year in a row at the 2026 NZ Radio & Podcast Awards.
Partner articles
All change at the last-minute? Event experts Uno Loco aced it
Success isn’t about protecting the plan. It’s about recognising the moments that matter and adapting quickly, says Craig Muller from Uno Loco.
News
DT and Lloyd Thomason launch advertising agency
Strategists David (DT) Thomason and Lloyd Thomason have launched a new agency called Thomason Does Advertising.
Campaigns
Pitchblack Partners and Bowel Cancer NZ launch ‘Poo with a view’
Bowel Cancer NZ and Pitchblack Partners have launched ‘Poo with a view’ to help more Kiwis recognise the signs of bowel cancer.
Movings & Shakings
Bastion Aotearoa appoints Nicky Greville as managing partner, media
Bastion Aotearoa has announced the appointment of Nicky Greville as managing partner, media, effective July 1.
Accounts
The Business wins Corona and Michelob Ultra accounts in Aotearoa
Independent Auckland agency The Business has been appointed media partner for Corona in Aotearoa following a competitive pitch.
Campaigns
Finance Now and Contagion launch Now Rewards Visa
Finance Now, in partnership with Contagion, has launched Now Rewards Visa, a new chapter for its credit card.
Campaigns
QMS NZ and Binance deliver NZ first pDOOH takeover
QMS NZ has partnered with Binance to deliver a first-of-its-kind programmatic digital out of home campaign in Aotearoa.
News
IMANZ brings Funnel’s intelligence platform to Aotearoa
The Independent Media Agencies of New Zealand has announced a partnership with marketing intelligence platform Funnel.
Movings & Shakings
Bart Timmer joins The Sweetshop’s ANZ rosters
Bart Timmer is now available for commercial, branded and short-form projects across ANZ exclusively through The Sweetshop.
Movings & Shakings
Go Media promotes Tonica Cassie-Alatini to group sales manager
Go Media has promoted Tonica Cassie-Alatini to group sales manager after more than five years with the business.
International
Around the World: Spotify wants you to listen to magazines
Media expert Antony Young rounds up global media news. This week, Spotify wants people to start listening to magazines.
News
OOHMAA announces new board
OOHMAA has announced a new board line-up bringing together leaders from across New Zealand’s out of home sector.
News
Bastion and Social Protect launch new brand safety solution
Bastion and digital risk and online reputation management platform Social Protect have introduced a new creator-led marketing solution.
News
Cookies, signals and AI – Vijay Kunduri’s insights into the world of video
Combining first-party intelligence with engagement signals is where the real cookie-less value is built, says Dailymotion’s Vijay Kunduri.
Media
Dark Doris wins two Emmys for Prime Minister doco
Entertainment company Dark Doris is celebrating winning two Emmy Awards for its documentary Prime Minister.
Campaigns
KFC puts Super Rugby club loyalty to the test
KFC is putting Kiwi rugby fans’ loyalty to the test with a lie detector experience, brought to life by Special PR.
News
Vast Billboards donates ad space for NZ Music Month
Outdoor advertising company Vast Billboards has been donating advertising space to support Kiwi artists and bands for NZ Music Month.
Movings & Shakings
The Post Office welcomes directing duo Lazy Bones
The Post Office welcomes directing duo Liam Stevens and George Teagle, also known as Lazy Bones, to their roster.
News
Rituals are reshaping brand relevance, says TRA
A new study by TRA shows people are creating stability through rituals, which poses a powerful opportunity for brands.
Campaigns
NZ Post turns visual identity into directional storytelling
NZ Post has launched a nationwide campaign aimed at helping New Zealanders easily find their nearest NZ Post store.
News
IMANZ announces partnership with Marsden Inch
Kiwi communications recruitment and advisory firm Marsden Inch has announced a partnership with Independent Media Agencies New Zealand.
Campaigns
Quantum Jump helps AA share their new app
AA New Zealand, in partnership with Quantum Jump, has launched a campaign for its new mobile app, a step forward in its digital evolution.
News
Media Spotlight 2026 brings global insights to the NZ media industry
Media Spotlight 2026 brought together advertisers, agency leaders and media executives to discuss trends and challenges facing the industry.
News
IAB New Zealand launches Wellington council
Digital advertising industry body IAB New Zealand has established a Wellington council to bring togethers senior leaders across the capital.