Awards
Introducing: The Worthies
Paul Bowden and Vanessa Sheldrick are exciting to introduce their new event, The Worthies, all about celebrating the public sector.
Author Zahra Shahtahmasebi
Zahra Shahtahmasebi
Writing is Zahra’s happy place – she’s been scribbling stories on any bit of paper she could find since she first learned how. She works across StopPress and NZ Marketing magazine and loves bringing the news and views of the industry to life both in print and online. She moonlights as an instructor with Chans Martial Arts, teaching Kung Fu (she’s a black belt).
Campaigns
Sneakers and sounds: Platypus and Connect by Live Nation launch Kicks Clubs
Australasian shoe store Platypus has launched a new loyalty program that uses music to create deeper connections with its Gen Z customer base.
Movings & Shakings
Damien Venuto appointed money editor at Stuff Digital
Stuff Digital has announced award-winning journalist Damien Venuto is joining its team as money editor from mid-September.
News
Paltrow collab a ‘master stroke’ in #Coldplaygate saga
Many people had no idea what Astronomer was after #Coldplaygate. But now, thanks to a little help from Gwyneth Paltrow, they do.
News
Go Media’s free billboard for @dailyrejections blows up socials
When Herman Jagpal knocked on the door of Go Media’s central Auckland office and asked for a free billboard he was completely expecting a no.
Campaigns
Chery, Marvel and Val Morgan’s cinema collaboration: ‘a big bold statement’
Chery Motor has announced a collaboration with Marvel Studios’ The Fantastic Four: First Steps and Val Morgan to launch its hybrid SUVs.
News
Digital Day Out 2025 in a nutshell
Digital Day Out 2025 took us through personalised search, a world without websites, as well as behind the scenes of Bluey.
News
A strong corporate reputation begins with trust
Reputation is one of those assets that is both intangible and high valued by business directors and stakeholders alike, says Nikki Wright.
News
Stuff to close 15 community newspapers by end of July
Stuff is closing down 15 of its community newspapers by the end of July 2025 in order to focus on its “digital future”.
Awards
Motion Sickness’ new home wins at architectural awards
Motion Sickness’ office in Auckland has won the Workplace Award at the national 2025 Interior Awards, hosted by AGM on June 26.
News
Paul Henry to join TVNZ board
The news follows an announcement earlier in June that Paul Henry will be the host of a four-episode special of The Chase New Zealand.
News
And the brand with the most NZ Marketing awards nominations goes to…
The list of finalists for the 2025 YouTube NZ Marketing Awards has been announced with Kiwibank leading the charge with the most nominations.
News
Commerce Commission gives go ahead for OMG and IPG merger
The Commerce Commission of New Zealand has granted clearance for Omnicom Group to acquire Interpublic Group.
Partner articles
Wingmaven to share expertise at iMedia Future of Marketing Summit
When working in marketing, it’s important to remember that you are not alone, says Jenn ten Seldam, co-founder of Wingmaven.
News
Q+A: AI and the future of marketing
Visiting keynote speakers, Kellyn Coetzee and Matthew Daniels, spent time answering some questions on AI and marketing for StopPress.
News
Viral reel puts NZ Cheap Cars on the map
At NZ Cheap Cars, you might be surprised at just how low they can go and I’m not just talking about their prices.
News
First equity partner since Boucher’s buyout: Trade Me and Stuff’s major deal
Stuff Digital and Trade Me have announced a partnership with the online classifieds business set to take a 50% stake.
Campaigns
Trump’s tariffs prompt Heard Island penguins to launch flippin’ good business
When US president Donald Trump announced global tariffs last month, the penguins of Heard Island saw a business opportunity.
Campaigns
Lush broadens Mother’s Day narrative
Three gift cards, created by artist Ruby Jones, aim to reflect the range of experiences and emotions this day can bring for Kiwis.
News
Beyond the lobby: Today’s travellers crave emotional connections
Accor Hotel’s Victoria Sertic and Kerry Healy discuss the changing behaviours of travellers and what they want from the hospitality sector.
Opinion
April Fools fun
Kiwi brands embraced 2025’s trend towards playfulness with a bunch of April Fools japes. Zahra Shahtahmasebi rounds up her favourites.
News
Serendipity and a DM: The birth of women’s health platform The Cyclist
It was a serendipitous moment that brought new plaftform, The Cyclist, to life, an educational platform that helps women navigate their reproductive health.
News
Realness reigns for Gen Z in 2025
Despite being the first truly digital generation, Zoomers say realness and authenticity are most important and that they value time away from screens.
News
Hello, my name is Gen Z and I’m nostalgic. How can you help me?
I never felt like I identified with being part of Generation Z until I walked into Live Nation’s Love Song event yesterday and saw a mug with my name on it.
News
Privacy and performance go hand in hand: Q+A with InfoSum’s Lauren Wetzel
InfoSum CEO Lauren Wetzel sat down with StopPress ahead of her sold out keynote address to talk all things data – from first-party to clean rooms.
News
We need to talk about AI this International Women’s Day
The 2025 theme for International Women’s Day is accelerate action, and what better place to start than with AI, with research showing women are adopting it slower than men.
News
Everyone must go Tourism NZ campaign is no 100% Pure… But this might just work
Tourism NZ’s new “Everyone must go!” campaign as been widely panned. Luckily, Academy Agency has suggested some improvements.
Campaigns
Show us yours: Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa encourages Kiwis to draw their ‘bits’
Launching its first ever social media activation was scary for Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa – especially as it involved turning peoples’ ‘bits’ into plushies.
News
Trade Me’s Job Hunt January returns: Kathmandu searches for Overseas Enthusiast
TradeMe’s Job Hunt January is back and this time, they’ve partnered with outdoor clothing and equipment brand Kathmandu to offer the position of Overseas Enthusiast.
News
Four Square’s bro-labs bring the summer vibes
Four Square knows there’s no better way to spend summer than with your ‘bros’ – so the national supermarket has released new collaborations with beloved Kiwi brands.