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GFK S3 2021 Radio Survey: Real radio outtakes from OMD
Hot off the back of GFK releasing its S3 2021 Radio Survey, OMD offers an objective perspective.
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The Sunday Star-Times short story awards are back
Entries are now open for this year’s Sunday Star-Times short story awards.
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Mango appointed by The Child Psychology Service
The Child Psychology Service, a network of child psychologists & speech therapists for children, has appointed Mango Communications as its PR agency.
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The Fame Game: Shot Bro, Noah’s Ark and other PR activations with a real sense of purpose
This month on The Fame Game, Kelly Grindle takes us on a journey into the world of PR that’s somewhat thought-provoking and sure to rouse emotion.
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Z Energy appoints Saatchi & Saatchi
After a rigorous three-stage process, Z Energy has appointed Saatchi & Saatchi New Zealand as its Strategy and Creative partner.
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Chris Clark joins the Film Construction fold of filmmakers
Film Construction have added Director Chris Clark to their roster, for representation in New Zealand, Australia, and Asia.
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TVNZ presents study into social behavioural change in advertising
The TVNZ Forecast Series with Nigel Latta is an ongoing commitment by TVNZ to research and understand what is at the heart of consumerism in NZ.
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Wabi Sabi expands into the South Island
As Auckland continues to grapple with the uncertainty of Covid-19 alert levels, Wabi Sabi Media Group has made the decision to open a South Island office.
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Maverick Digital doubles down on tourism talent
Maverick Digital has further strengthened its tourism know-how with the additions of Karen Foster and Ryan Wilmshurst.
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Radio listening remained strong as NZ went into lockdown
The New Zealand Commercial Radio Industry released the S3 2021 GfK Radio Audience Data into the market today.
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LUMO serves up support for hospitality community
LUMO Digital Outdoor and charity initiative Help for Hospo have teamed up to provide monetary support to those struggling in the hospitality industry.
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Levi Slavin joins Aussie outfit Howatson+Company
Levi Slavin, former Chief Creative Officer at Colenso BBDO, has joined Australian start-up Howatson+Company as its new COO.
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Can you do it better than DDB, Saatchi or FCB?
‘Kiwis make the break’. That’s the name of the latest Seven Sharp competition calling on Kiwis to remake classic TVCs.
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NZME appoints GM at The Alternative Commentary Collective
New Zealand Media and Entertainment has appointed Mike Lane to General Manager – The Alternative Commentary Collective (ACC).
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Ovato NZ appoints ex Bauer Commercial Director
Ovato NZ has appointed Kaylene Hurley in the new role as GM of Sales and Innovation with a focus on developing audience solutions.
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How are car brands performing on social?
Like all of us, carmakers have been doing it tough for the last few years. The global pandemic has affected sales with numbers falling by 23% in 2020.
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Spark Foundry launches in New Zealand, signs first client Westpac
Publicis Groupe ANZ CEO Michael Rebelo has announced the launch of Spark Foundry in New Zealand, with Westpac NZ signing as its foundation client.
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DRUM appoints two new Managing Partners
PR agency DRUM has appointed Managing Partner roles to long-standing team members Aimee Nicholls and Cassidy Meredith.
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Culture&Theory wins Pink Batts and Tasman Insulation
Culture&Theory has been appointed by Tasman Insulation to help drive growth for one of Fletcher Building’s critical business units.
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BOTAB 2021: Another COVID casualty
Flying Fish and The Comms Council have regretfully informed that the 13th Battle of the Ad Bands will be pushed out to 2022 due to COVID restrictions.
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The Faces of our Industry: Lwindi Ellis
This episode we chat to Lwindi Ellis, Raise Communications Founder and Comms Director, who shares her thoughts on diversity in the industry.
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Meridian Energy appoints The Monkeys as new creative agency
Meridian Energy has appointed The Monkeys Aotearoa, part of Accenture Interactive, as its new creative agency of record.
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Ogilvy NZ releases digi games for Cadbury and OREO
Ogilvy NZ recently released two digital games for Mondelēz New Zealand brands, Cadbury and OREO. The games are designed to drive engagement.
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NZME powers up vaccine roll-out with company-wide campaign
New Zealand Media and Entertainment has launched a multi-platform campaign across all of its media brands to promote the Covid-19 vaccine roll-out.
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Fiftyfive5 appoints Head of Customer Experience
Helen Brocklehurst has joined Fiftyfive5 New Zealand in the newly created role of Head of Customer Experience.
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Google appoints News Lab Lead
Uma Patel has joined Google as News Lab Lead for Australia and New Zealand.
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The Yumpire serves up record sales for Pizza Hut
Having launched in mid-April, The Yumpire has posted impressive numbers for Pizza Hut from the get-go; smashing single day and weekly sales records.
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The Grove teams up with Big Communications
Big Communications’ TVC for boutique retirement village The Grove Orewa looks at retirement village living through the uncomplicated eyes of a child.
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HRV melts hearts with new OOH campaign
Harvey the dog, much-loved brand icon of home ventilation market leaders HRV – has been popping up on billboards all over Auckland city.
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Latest LENS Technology report reveals true level of traffic movement
Latest figures by LENS reveal OOH audience numbers virtually snapped back to pre-lockdown levels as the majority of NZ headed into L2 restrictions.