Mark Cochrane has been appointed to the newly created dual role of CEO of Saatchi & Saatchi and Chief Growth Officer, Publicis Groupe New Zealand.  Publicis Groupe has undergone significant expansion and transformation over the past year in New Zealand – with the acquisitions of Digitas Affinity ID and MBM, and the launch of PR

The results from the Total New Zealand 2020 RNZ Measurement Survey 4 have been released.  Conducted by GfK for the Radio Broadcasters Association (RBA) across the whole of New Zealand, this unified New Zealand radio audience measurement survey gives valuable insights into the strength and scope of radio listening across the country. The survey was

oOh!media New Zealand has appointed Rick Goodwin as the company’s new Product Solutions and Innovation Director and industry veteran Chris Phillips as Street Furniture Product Manager.   The duo will lead a rejuvenated team responsible for the delivery of an integrated audience and data-led approach to selling oOh!’s various channels, focusing on what brands need in

MediaWorks has appointed Liz Fraser as the company’s new Commercial Director.  Fraser will bring her extensive 22+ years media experience to focus on the growth of MediaWorks’ radio, out-of-home and digital businesses and realise the potential of these market leading platforms. Currently General Manager, Customer, at Air New Zealand, she has been responsible for leading

MBM today celebrated their bronze award win at the WARC Media Awards 2020 – the only New Zealand or Australian agency to take home a medal.  The agency picked up bronze in the ‘Most Effective Use of Tech’ category in the Awards, further cementing their credentials in the data and tech space.  The win comes

After what has been a challenging year for the tourism industry, Air New Zealand’s latest ad shows their determination to stay afloat and win the hearts of their consumers. November was an amazing month for advertising and as we approach Christmas, there are a range of amazing ads currently playing and competition for the Colmar

WeThinkMedia has announced that it will continue to be the exclusive advertising representative in Australia for Discovery NZ and MediaWorks Radio. This follows Discovery, Inc. completing its acquisition of MediaWorks TV Ltd, with MediaWorks retaining its market leading radio and out-of-home assets. Glen Kyne, General Manager New Zealand and Australia, Discovery NZ, says: “WeThinkMedia has

The launch of VIVA Vol. One was met with an incredible response. With Vol. Two out now, StopPress chatted to VIVA Editor Amanda Linnell about the success of the magazine so far, what works well for advertisers, and the tribulations of producing the first volume under lockdown.  Can you tell us about the success of

Following the viral success of Motion Sickness’ ‘Keep it Real Online’ campaign, the creative agency is back at it again – this time, with a six-part mini-series featuring a mysterious 3-metre eggplant statue. Produced for Te Tari Taiwhenua Department of Internal Affairs, ‘The Eggplant’ aims to help young Kiwis navigate one of the great mysteries

Dole and KidsCan have come together to launch the #DoleUnstuffedBear campaign in an effort to change the harsh reality of childhood hunger. Featuring a universal childhood icon, the teddybear, Dole’s campaign depicts the impact hunger can have on a child. Four of the bears are shown with an abundance of food and stuffed tummies, while

Pitchblack Partners has been appointed as the lead brand and retail agency for the country’s largest vehicle inspection service provider, VTNZ.  The scope of work includes strategy, brand design, communications, retail and innovation. Greg O’Connor, VTNZ Country Manager, says: “VTNZ’s brand is based on our commitment to vehicle safety and keeping all New Zealanders safe

SkyCity’s new All Blacks Experience invites tourists to walk in the shoes of one of the world’s best rugby teams, from preparation in the locker room to walking out onto the field. One aspect visitors are bound to be stunned by is the face-to-face haka filmed by the talented masterminds at Augusto. Now being projected