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Exsurgo announces new COO
Kiwi neuroscience company Exsurgo has appointed experienced Senior Engineering Executive Jiva Muthu as Chief Operating Officer.
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NZ AIDS Foundation, FCB fight discrimination with new campaign
For International Pride month, NZAF challenges Kiwis to Sweat with Pride by exercising for 21 minutes daily to raise money for the Rainbow community.
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LENS Outdoor launches LENS Rover
LENS Outdoor has rolled out the newest site testing technology for the out-of-home sector – an industry first portable audience measurement tool.
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YoungShand expands Creative Team
Indie agency YoungShand has bolstered its Creative Team with the addition of Hannah Habgood as Head of Copy and Julie Spedding as Senior Art Director.
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Hearts & Science CEO’s vision turns into gold
Hearts & Science NZ’s CEO Jane Stanley has picked up first place at this year’s Woman Leading Change Awards for building an agency during COVID-19.
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Dementia Auckland encourages Kiwis to Light the Darkness
Quantum Jump and Dementia Auckland have created a campaign focusing on a moment of joy at one of the most challenging times: a light in the darkness.
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New campaign from SkyCity
SkyCity has launched a new brand campaign, ‘Feel it’, with creative by Big Communications and media led by Wavemaker.
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Film Construction adds another new director to the roster
Auckland-based production company Film Construction has announced that “exceptional talent” Ayla Amano is joining the family of filmmakers.
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DOT loves data launches ‘Us’
The newest DOT loves data product, ‘Unique Segmentation for today’s New Zealand’ (Us), supersedes previous DOT products in the segmentation space.
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The winners: 2021 NZ Radio Awards
The NZ Radio Awards were held at SkyCity last night and Mike Hosking scooped the ultimate accolade: 2021’s Sir Paul Holmes Broadcaster of the Year.
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Federation welcomes creative duo
The rumours have been confirmed: Federation has snared creative duo Andrew Hathaway & Kelly France as the agency continues to build creative momentum.
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Registrations now open for TRB’s 2021 Power of Audio conference
The Radio Bureau’s 2021 Power of Audio half day conference, in conjunction with AUT, showcases the latest research in the audio advertising space.
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Kiwis have spoken: NZ’s top 10 favourite ads
Insight agency TRA asked 1000 New Zealanders to share their favourite TVC, and the people have spoken: ASB’s ‘Ben and Amy’ took out the top spot.
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Botica takes on new talent
Independent strategic PR agency Botica Butler Raudon has added to its roster with the appointments of Adlena Oh-Wong and Irena Beddington-Behrens.
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Mindshare, Wunderman Thompson win Click Frenzy
After a competitive pitch, GroupM agency Mindshare has been awarded the media account for online shopping mega sale event Click Frenzy.
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New work from Google celebrates community spirit
Google Australia and Colenso BBDO have launched a campaign to celebrate the resurgence of community spirit in the wake of COVID-19.
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PHD bolsters senior leadership team
PHD Media has announced the promotion of Abby Parkin to General Manager and appointed Nigel Cherrie to head up e-commerce offering TransAct.
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TBWA\NZ appoints Managing Director
Paul Wilson has been appointed to the role of Managing Director for TBWA\Auckland.
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Chemistry doubles 2021 donations for Shave for a Cure
Independent ad agency Chemistry has doubled donations for Leukaemia & Blood Cancer New Zealand’s 2021 Shave for a Cure campaign, Every Shave Matters.
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Sneakers Media launches Wellington operation
Auckland-based media independent Sneakers Media has announced its expansion into the Wellington market, led by media specialist Julie-Ann Hedges.
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LUMO solidifies roots in Australia with new local role
Kiwi-owned Lumo Digital Outdoor is increasing representation in Australia, appointing Liv Collins as Account Director for the country.
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FEDERATION, Auckland Transport deliver record-breaking summer of cycling
Auckland Transport and FEDERATION pivoted this summer’s cycling campaign to encourage ‘short commutes’ to the shops, the beach and Saturday sports.
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oOh!, agency friends unite to support Youthline
Throughout May, Youthline encouraged Kiwis to Walk the Talk for 31 minutes daily – and in doing so, fundraise for youth struggling with mental health.
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YoungShand, Blis Technologies launch Unconditional Skin campaign
When YoungShand launched the new skincare brand developed by Blis Technologies, they saw an opportunity to kick-start a new conversation.
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Pead announces two new appointments
To bolster its creative & digital offering, Pead welcomes senior talents Liam Golds as Social and Digital Manager, and Tom Davies as Head of Creative.
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Sky Sport, Discovery partner to bring State of Origin Game 1 live to Three
Discovery and Sky have further expanded their partnership, announcing that State of Origin Game 1 will broadcast live on Three and ThreeNow on 9 June.
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GroupM names new Head of Digital Investment
Deepak Tahiliani has been appointed as Head of Digital Investment at GroupM Australia, a key role in GroupM’s Investment & Partnerships function.
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TRACK welcomes first dedicated Data Scientist
To strengthen data insights and business performance, Akilesh Chokkanathapuram has been brought on board as TRACK Aotearoa’s first Data Scientist.
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PRINZ inducts Life Member and two new Fellows
The Public Relations Institute of New Zealand has awarded Life membership to Claudia Macdonald in recognition of her significant 30 year service.
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New top level hire for Perceptive
Perceptive has appointed Ian Mills to the role of Director of Strategy.