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…
Media
All Whites Fifa World Cup 2026 campaign sees record streaming on TVNZ+
The All Whites’ opening match on June 16 saw TVNZ+ deliver its largest streaming day ever, with almost 2.3 million streams across 24 hours.
News
NZ Herald launches new app putting readers in control of their news
NZ Herald has launched a new app that enables readers to personalise their news feed and see more of the content most important to them.
Media
TVNZ delivers cross-platform live event for Ready Gamer Mum
PHD Aotearoa, Spark, South Pacific Pictures and TVNZ delivered a live cross-platform event around Kiwi gaming show Ready Gamer Mum.
Campaigns
Special Design creates new brand identity for The New Zealand Society
Special Design has crafted a brand identity for The New Zealand Society as the non-profit prepares to celebrate its centenary.
Campaigns
Silver Ferns and Pitchblack ask New Zealand to ‘Fight with us’
Pitchblack Partners and Netball NZ have teamed up to launch ‘Fight with us’, a call-to-arms to rally the nation behind the Silver Ferns.
Campaigns
Wattie’s latest work via TBWA\New Zealand heralds a new era
Wattie’s new campaign, via TBWA\New Zealand is already resonating, having been recognised by Kantar New Zealand for the May Ad Impact Award.
News
Focus on the feeling you’re selling
Marketing is more than selling a product, it’s about how you make people feel, says brand and retail strategist Nick Gray.
Events
Whitecliffe joins The Y as Walk the Line returns to NZ Fashion Week
The Y is bringing Walk the Line back to NZ Fashion Week 2026, partnering with Whitecliffe to spotlight the next generation of fashion talent.
News
The Warehouse sets up delivery partnership with DoorDash
Kiwis in Auckland, Christchurch and Wellington can now get The Warehouse products delivered to their door via DoorDash.
News
Are Media women’s brands deliver strong growth
Are Media New Zealand’s iconic women’s titles are celebrating strong growth in the latest Nielsen Readership Survey.
News
Stuff Group creates digital home for local news
Stuff Group is launching local news network Neighbourly News, delivering 18 hyper-local websites across the country.
Movings & Shakings
Colenso BBDO welcomes new group managing partner for Spark NZ
Colenso BBDO has expanded its leadership team, appointing Jake Stopper as group managing partner, heading up Spark NZ.
Movings & Shakings
Dentsu Aotearoa appoints new head of social
Dentsu Aotearoa has appointed Jared Pollock as head of social to lead social strategy based on creative thinking and creator integration.
News
JCDecaux and Christchurch International Airport renew advertising partnership
JCDecaux New Zealand has renewed its long-standing advertising partnership with Christchurch International Airport.
Movings & Shakings
MediaWorks appoints head of rova Podcast Studio
MediaWorks has appointed experienced podcast leader Anna Henvest as head of rova Podcast Studio to grow its portfolio.
Awards
Three Waka Kotahi campaigns named on Gerety Awards global shortlist
Gerety Awards has revealed its global shortlist following executive jury sessions taking place around the globe.
News
Dentsu Aotearoa recognised at Cannes and Festival of Media
Dentsu Aotearoa has earned recognition at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity and the Festival of Media Global Awards.
Media
New Zealand Rugby unveils digital hub for global fans
New Zealand Rugby has unveiled a new digital platform, The Home of the Black Jersey, to better connect with its growing global fanbase.
Campaigns
The Business and Hancocks launch Teremana Tequila campaign
Auckland indie agency The Business has partnered with Hancocks to launch Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s Teremana Tequila in Aotearoa.
Campaigns
Experience Gold Coast and Pitchblack send influencers offline
Experience Gold Coast and Pitchblack encourage Kiwis to disconnect from their feeds and experience the destination in a more meaningful way.
Campaigns
Jason Momoa signs hand-painted Supergirl mural in Ponsonby
On June 12, Hollywood star Jason Momoa arrived in person to sign a hand-painted Supergirl mural on Williamson Ave, Ponsonby.
News
Rubii announces partnership with IMANZ
Independent Media Agencies New Zealand has announced a partnership with AI-powered campaign operations platform Rubii.
Media
HBO Max launches in Aotearoa
HBO Max is now live in Aotearoa, bringing together HBO Originals, Warner Bros. blockbuster films, Max Originals, DC franchises and more.
International
Around the World: Washington Post sued over surveillance pricing claims
Antony Young rounds up global media news. This week, the Washington Post is being sued over claims it charged loyal readers more.
Movings & Shakings
Zuru appoints Stu Mallarkey as executive creative director
The appointment comes as Zuru accelerates toward its next phase of growth and doubles down on creativity as a core competitive advantage.
Movings & Shakings
Colenso promotes Emily Joe and Simone Louis to creative directors
Known for their unconventional approach to creativity, Emily Joe and Simone Louis have been promoted to creative directors at Colenso.
Accounts
D3 wins Vitaco media account in NZ
The appointment sees D3 take responsibility for media strategy, planning, buying, analytics and data technology across Vitaco’s brands.
Movings & Shakings
Stuff welcomes a new editor to The Post
Political and business commentator Matthew Hooton has been appointed editor-in-chief of national news brand The Post.
Campaigns
YS delivers refresh for World Vision ’40 hour challenge’
YS has partnered with World Vision New Zealand to deliver a strategic refresh of the World Vision ’40 hour challenge’.
Movings & Shakings
Federation appoints Wellington planning director
Federation has appointed senior strategist and researcher Sinead McLeod as planning director for its Wellington office.