Awards
Voyager Media Awards 2026 open for entry
The list of awards on offer for the 53rd Voyager Media Awards highlights the very best in journalism in Aotearoa.
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Movings & Shakings
Flying Fish welcomes Alva Casey
Flying Fish is welcoming Alva Casey in a key role overseeing Fish&Clips and Fanclub, helping guide and grow both rosters.
News
Advertisers to spend $150 per person globally in 2026 – WARC
WARC’s latest report shows global advertising spend is set to grow 9.1% in 2026 to $1.3 trillion – equivalent to $150 spent on every person.
Awards
2026 PRINZ Awards open for entry
The PRINZ Awards recognise and celebrate the outstanding work achieved by public relations and communications professionals.
Accounts
Not Another to lead brand refresh for Canterbury Rugby
Canterbury Rugby and Not Another’s multi-phase project will honour the organisation’s 146-year legacy and set a new direction for the future.
Year in Review 2025
Year in Review 2025: Amanda Wilson
Amanda Wilson says These Guys I Know had a big year in 2025, but she’s proud of what they delivered, especially the campaign Thanks Driver.
Campaigns
Thompson Spencer and Auckland Transport build hype for City Rail Link
Auckland Transport and Thompson Spencer have launched a campaign to build anticipation ahead of the City Rail Link opening in 2026.
Movings & Shakings
Hyper boosts creative firepower with new creative director
Independent retail advertising agency Hyper has appointed Paul Bayley as creative director to boost its creative leadership and impact.
Media
RNZ ends 2025 on a high with growing audience numbers
Radio data shows that RNZ National grew its audience in 2025 across a number of key programmes, including Morning Report.
Awards
New TikTok Award announced for The One Show 2026
The One Club for Creativity has expanded its partnership with TikTok by launching the new Best Use of TikTok award as part The One Show 2026.
Year in Review 2025
Year in Review 2025: Kathryn McGarvey
NosyHQ’s Kathryn McGarvey says she saw a distinct shift in why her clients wanted customer research in 2025 – to build retention.
Media
TVNZ’s 2026 lineup promises drama, factual favourites and world-class sport
TVNZ has announced its 2026 lineup, delivering a compelling mix of drama, factual favourites, big-ticket entertainment and world-class sport.
Year in Review 2025
Year in Review 2025: Liz Holt
One Plus One’s Liz Holt says the best thing about working in communications is the people: her incredible team and clients.
Campaigns
Lexus and Saatchi & Saatchi NZ turn sponsorship into interactive tennis display
Lexus New Zealand and Saatchi & Saatchi New Zealand have debuted the Lexus RZ at the 2026 ASB Classic with an interactive display.
News
Quality content drives successful summer for Aotearoa cinemas
Over one million admissions have been delivered to cinemas across Aotearoa this summer, according to Val Morgan.
Movings & Shakings
NZME appoints James MacAvoy as chief of OneRoof
New Zealand Media and Entertainment has appointed James MacAvoy as chief of OneRoof. He will commence his role on January 20.
Movings & Shakings
Squirrel appoints Abi Cooke as CMO
Mortgage and investment company Squirrel has announced the appointment of Abi Cooke into the role of chief marketing officer.
Movings & Shakings
London Agency announces leadership updates and new appointments
Melbourne-based health communications firm London Agency is kicking off 2026 with strategic leadership updates and two new appointments.
Campaigns
Haier and TBWA\New Zealand bring Australian Open action inside the home
TBWA\New Zealand and Haier have launched the next evolution of Haier’s Australian Open partnership campaign.
News
Waikato venue renamed BNZ Theatre
The Waikato Regional Theatre has announced a new five-year naming rights partnership with BNZ, in collaboration with Live Nation New Zealand.
Movings & Shakings
Nielsen appoints Matty Lin as APAC regional sales leader
Nielsen has announced the appointment of Matty Lin to its commercial organization as APAC regional sales leader.
Campaigns
Suntory Boss Coffee declares itself the official coffee of summer
Suntory Boss Coffee has launched a new summer campaign celebrating the many “summer tribes” that bring the season to life.
Year in Review 2025
Year in Review 2025: Luci Marshall
Rise and Shine’s Luci Marshall says she’s been motivated by the tangible value PR offered clients during a challenging year for businesses.
Movings & Shakings
Luke Burr joins Deep Media to lead Melbourne launch
Deep Media, an Advanced Amazon Ads Partner, has expanded into Victoria, Australia and appointed media leader Luke Burr as head of sales.
Movings & Shakings
Are Media farewells Virginia Larson from Kia Ora magazine
Are Media says Virginia Larson has led Kia Ora with distinction, further elevating the magazine into a trusted and inspiring voice.
Year in Review 2025
Year in Review 2025: Bethany Omeri
Special Wellington’s Bethany Omeri says 2025 taught her that there is nothing more important than having fun.
News
PlayStation NZ celebrates 30 year anniversary
PlayStation New Zealand marked its 30th anniversary with a rooftop celebration at TBWA\NZ’s headquarters in Auckland.
Campaigns
McDonald’s NZ and DDB reveal the latest instalment in That’s How We Macca’s
The latest instalment of That’s How We Macca’s takes people on an off-road journey to show what leads Kiwis to the drive-thru.
Campaigns
Curative and the Children’s Commissioner launch campaign: Dear Children
Creative agency Curative and the Children’s Commissioner are prioritising children’s safety with a new national campaign: Dear Children.
Awards
Two Kiwis named in the One Show global jury 2026
The One Club for Creativity has announced nine creative leaders in Aotearoa and Australia who will serve on the global jury for the 2026 show.