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Is YouTube really TV? New data challenges the narrative
Google’s push to position YouTube as “TV,” has prompted the UK’s Broadcasters’ Audience Research Board to release new data on viewership and scale.
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Together opens doors to Wellington office
Independent media agency Together is setting up shop in the capital city, officially opening its Wellington office today.
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JCDecaux adds new Smartframe site to Auckland
JCDecaux has extended its premium digital out of home network with the launch of a new SMARTFRAME in Wairau Valley, Auckland.
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Shortland Street to return in 2026 thanks to NZ on Air
TVNZ and South Pacific Pictures have announced that Kiwi soap opera Shortland Street will return in 2026, thanks to funding from NZ On Air.
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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.
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Jonas Brothers concerts to livestream free, exclusively on Samsung TV Plus
Samsung TV Plus is partnering with the Jonas Brothers to livestream their upcoming tour exclusively on the streaming service.
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Ad Net Zero Aotearoa helps advertisers cut carbon and boost campaign efficiency
NZ advertisers now have a practical toolkit for carbon-efficient campaigns, thanks to Ad Net Zero Aotearoa’s new report.
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Netball NZ and TVNZ partner to broadcast domestic season in 2026
Netball New Zealand and TVNZ have announced a partnership that will see the domestic season shown across TVNZ 2 and TVNZ+ next year.
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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.
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The Spinoff claims top spot for audience engagement in NZ media
The Spinoff is proud to report a standout first quarter (April-June 2025) as Aotearoa’s most engaged media platform.
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JCDecaux’s commitment to visibility, memorability and impact
JCDecaux has launched its new brand positioning, Be Seen. Be Remembered, reinforcing its commitment to visibility, memorability and impact.
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From clutter to clarity: why screen strategy beats screen count
Vistar Media’s Sandra Scott shares how retailers can create a full-funnel experience through screen strategy.
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Vistar Media announces full-stack partnership with Jolly Billboards
Out of home media company Vistar Media has announced a new full-stack partnership with Jolly Billboards across its national network.
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Sky buys Discovery NZ for $1
Sky says buying the struggling business will give it increased scale and reach, with more advertising opportunities.
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The Spinoff launches ‘Now You Know’: a video series to meet young audiences where they are
The Spinoff launches the ‘Now You Know’ explainer video series to deliver news content to young Kiwis where they consume media most.
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Mediaworks wins Auckland Transport out of home contract
MediaWorks has secured a new long-term agreement with Auckland Transport for its out of home portfolio, following a competitive RFP process.
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‘Emotion sells’: TRA reveals NZ’s favourite ads for June
Long-running storytelling and humour are driving deeper audience connections, according to TRA’s latest New Zealand’s Favourite Ads survey.
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New Zealand Herald website redesign ‘a milestone’ of its digital transformation
The New Zealand Herald is sporting a fresh new design for its website, featuring a wider layout and improved accessibility.
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Three, ThreeNow announces August highlights
Kiwi journalist Paddy Gower and comedian Karen O’Leary are returning for season two of Paddy Gower Has Issues on Three and ThreeNow.
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Two gripping documentaries arrive soon on Three and ThreeNow
Three and ThreeNow will premiere two highly anticipated titles, Murder by Mushroom and Polk: Unanswered Questions, next week.
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Dinosaurs, cars and dragons pull cinema audiences across Aotearoa
New Zealand’s box office has had its biggest performance since June 2024, thanks to a trifecta of films featuring dinosaurs, cars and dragons.
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ThreeNow secures rights to Blackcaps tour of Zimbabwe
New Zealand cricket fans will be able to watch the national team live and free this July and August as the Blackcaps tour Zimbabwe.
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New partnership with Val Morgan allows advertising at Silky Otter for the first time
Val Morgan Cinema has announced a new partnership to take on exclusive advertising representation for Kiwi cinema chain Silky Otter.
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Comms Council announces Media Spotlight speakers
The Comms Council has released details of this year’s Media Spotlight event, including a list of keynote speakers from across the industry.
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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”.
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Trade Me and Stuff partnership officially finalised
Trade Me has formally completed its deal with Stuff, which sees the online classifieds business buy a 50% in the media company’s digital arm.
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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.
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TVNZ unveils 2025’s biggest streaming hits
TVNZ has revealed the 20 most-streamed shows on TVNZ+ for early 2025, from local hits to international favorites.
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‘A proud moment’: Vast Billboards places its first site in Wellington
Independent out of home media company Vast Billboards has welcomed its first site in the Wellington region.