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The latest agency news, campaigns and client wins (and losses) making headlines across Aotearoa.
Go Media reaches 90 digital screens
Out of Home company Go Media is growing at an “unprecedented rate” having just reached 90 digital screens with its latest screen in Napier.
EssenceMediacom names Pippa Berlocher as CEO
EssenceMediacom has named Pippa Berlocher as CEO of the newly created agency in Australia and New Zealand.
Kargo acquires CTV Platform VideoByte as part of video expansion
Mobile-first advertising company Kargo has acquired VideoByte, a video advertising platform focused on a viewer-first experience across CTV and OTT.
Contact Energy launches Fourth Trimester initiative via Special
NZ’s newest NZers are being welcomed into the world with the Fourth Trimester initiative which gives families three months of free energy.
Electriclime° sign filmmaker James Stapleton to director roster
Electriclime° has signed director James Stapleton to its roster and he will be represented throughout the Middle East and APAC regions.
JCDecaux expands its Smartframe network
JCDecaux New Zealand is expanding its high-impact, digital portrait SMARTFRAME network across New Zealand’s major cities.
Colenso BBDO recognised by marketing publication Contagious
Global marketing publication Contagious has included Colenso BBDO in its list of eight of the Best and Bravest agencies from around the world.
Tickets on sale for 2023 AXIS Awards and AXIS Speaks
Tickets are now on sale for the 43rd annual AXIS Awards and the associated speaker event AXIS Speaks which returns after a four year hiatus.
Flava returns to Christchurch airwaves
Christchurch airwaves will be once again filled with the old school hip hop and R’n’B tunes thanks to the return of Flava on 93.3FM.
Cannes Young Lions Competition re-launches
The Cannes Young Lions Competition is returning to Aotearoa New Zealand after a five year hiatus with help from the Comms Council and Stuff.
Colenso BBDO’s Simon Vicars joins D&AD Awards jury
Colenso BBDO’s Simon Vicars has been selected to be part of the Experiential jury for the 2023 D&AD Awards – entered and judged by top creatives.
University of Otago appoints Special Wellington
As the education sector undergoes a time of rapid change, the University of Otago has chosen to appoint Special Wellington to its agency roster.
Campaign launched to highlight benefits of tourism
TIA has launched a national campaign this week that shines a light on the many positive benefits tourism brings to Aotearoa.
Curative and Together team up to ‘elevate’ Auckland Pride Festival
Curative and Together have joined forces to work on increasing visibility of the Auckland Pride Festival which celebrates Rainbow communities.
Chemistry’s Susan Young joins 2023 Executive Jury for The Gerety Awards
Chemistry’s Creative Director, Susan Young, will join the Executive Jury for The Gerety Awards – celebrating ads that resonate with women.
EssenceMediacom launches in 120 offices globally
GroupM is launching its newest and largest agency – EssenceMediacom – with ambitions for it to deliver marketing breakthroughs for its clients.
NZME offers advertising support to businesses impacted by floods
Following recent destructive weather events, NZME has announced that 1 million dollars of advertising will be made available for affected businesses.
The Spinoff’s Duncan Greive hands CEO reigns to Amber Easby
The Spinoff has announced that Duncan Greive has resigned from his CEO position effective immediately and is handing over the reigns to Amber Easby.
Kiwis urged to take back power with Flick Electric campaign via YoungShand
The launch of a new campaign places Flick on the side of New Zealanders who have been suffering at the hands of an unfair, broken power market.
The Monkeys Aotearoa team up with KidsCan to help hungry kids
KidsCan has launched its 2023 Back to School campaign, via The Monkeys Aotearoa, to help hungry children.
Hearts & Science secures paw-fect pitch with Animates
Hearts & Science has been selected to handle all strategic media services for Aotearoa’s leading pet care provider.
FCB Aotearoa, MBM and Waka Kotahi launch ‘Through My Eyes’
FCB, in partnership with Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency and MBM have launched their first piece of work ‘Through My Eyes’.
Mazda NZ signs on to sponsor AM show
Mazda NZ has signed on to become the new Premium Sponsor of Warner Bros. Discovery ANZ’s morning show, AM, on Three and ThreeNow.
Strong revenue results for Out of Home despite challenging year
OOHMAA have announced that its members’ 2022 revenue were up 10 percent year-on-year with the total revenue rising to $131m.
PRINZ Awards now open, top judge secured
PRINZ has secured a top Australian creative and marcomms specialist as a lead judge for this year’s PRINZ awards, which have just opened for entry.
Executive Judges announced for 2023 Axis Awards
In celebration of the 43rd Axis Awards, the Communications Council has announced an all-star team of Executive Judging judges.
Southern Cross Pet Insurance, MBM & TBWA launch ‘Pet Paw-casts’
With vets seeing an increase in heat exhaustion related issues caused by owners walking their dogs while its hot, ‘Pet Paw-casts’ aim to help.
NZME celebrates print media with launch of new competition
A new publishing creative competition celebrating the effectiveness of print media has been launched by New Zealand Media and Entertainment (NZME).
Thinkerbell opens doors in NZ
Independent agency Thinkerbell has opened the doors to its office in NZ with Luke Farmer as Aotearoa’s Managing Director and Co-founder.
DDB Group Aotearoa and FINCH launch ‘Correct The Internet’ campaign
DDB Group Aotearoa and FINCH have launched a movement designed to correct the inconsistency of searchable facts that disadvantages sportswomen.
Stuff’s NowNext survey reveals first insight into preferred Labour leader
A Stuff NowNext survey gave the first insight into who Kiwis might prefer as Labour party leader following Jacinda Ardern’s resignation last week.
Charlie’s honour Kiwi legend with rebrand via Special PR
Charlie’s has temporarily changed its name to Henry’s to celebrate rugby legend Sir Graham Henry at The Black Clash, this Friday, January 20.
Trade Me launches new brand platform via Special Wellington
Trade Me has launched a new brand platform, with the help of Special Wellington, which invited Kiwis to chase what they want.
Two NZ talent agencies collaborate on new endeavour
Belinda Foster and Tanya Horo have joined forces to create a new creative agency powerhouse, appropriately named Collaborate Management.
Special NZ ranks highly on global scale
Special NZ has been ranked as one of the best agencies in the world, this time ‘#7 Agency in the World’ by a prestigious ranking organisation.