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It slaps: DDB re-writes iconic Kiwiburger song
The saying usually goes if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. However, DDB’s new update of the iconic McDonalds Kiwiburger song has us bopping in our…
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Flying Fish, The Enthusiasts and Bell Tea bring flavour to life
The Enthusiasts, Flying Fish and Bell Tea have released a campaign to show how flavour can make things come to life. Bell tea, one of New…
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North & South to return with independent owners
It has been announced that publication North & South will be returning to our market, this time run by independent owners Verena Friederike Hasel and Konstantin…
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NZ Bauer titles return, to be produced in Australia
Mercury Capital has officially taken ownership of Bauer New Zealand and will resume publishing immediately for select titles. The New Zealand portfolio will consist of flagship…
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HumanForest and Studio South: Connecting design with purpose
HumanForest is an e-bike venture launched in the UK that enlisted New Zealand design agency Studio South to manage its design. Here, we talk to HumanForest…
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FMG takes out the June Colmar Brunton Ad Impact Award
This month, the June Colmar Brunton Award went to FMG with their latest execution from the Progress campaign – ‘Apple.’ The ad gives a humorous insight…
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Innovative Phantom posters determine brands audience
Through some seriously innovative technology, Phantom Billstickers and digital analytics company Quividi, have been able to pick up personal information from the people who have been…
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TRB’s ORCA finalists announced for 2020
The finalists for the 2020 ORCA Awards have been announced. Special mentions go to DDB and FCB who take two spots each. The finalists are; VW -…
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Stanley St’s 2020 vision: New hires, new accounts, and new determination
Stanley St has been quietly churning out the wins during the last six months, taking on new hires, the Tourism New Zealand account, and further diversifying…
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JCDecaux and Co see success of large format Out Of Home
A recent study from Fiftyfive5 has shown that large format Out-of-Home advertising is proven to boost brand sentiment metrics as well as raise overall campaign awareness.…
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New Vero campaign reminds businesses insurance is not a DIY project
A new campaign for Vero from Big Communications reminds business owners and managers that arranging business insurance can be complex and is best left to an…
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Spark and Colenso BBDO refresh Kupu app in time for Matariki
Launched in 2018, Spark’s te reo Māori translation app Kupu, has recently been revamped just in time for Matariki. Supported by Colenso BBDO, this year, the…
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Zenith encourages New Zealand to get behind Red Cross
Media agency Zenith and Glen 20 have partnered with New Zealand Red Cross to launched a national TV campaign encouraging Kiwis to support the country’s most…
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BusinessDesk launches into lifestyle
Business news hub BusinessDesk has launched into the world of lifestyle content, announcing a new travel and leisure section, The Life. The Life is set to cover…
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MDS AdSchool takes home the Pencil at D&AD’s New Blood Ceremony
MDS AdSchool won the D&AD Pencil award at the New Blood Ceremony last night with their Penguin Shelfies idea. Out of 3000 entries from nearly 60…
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Digital communications transformed with Cumulo9
Sending transactional documents by email sounds easy, but it’s a minefield for the uninitiated. Leading the way in digital communications, Cumulo9 is helping safeguard consumers while…
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Special Group and Assembly bring new meaning to cutting edge
Special Group and Assembly joined forced over lockdown to create a new brand awareness for Hammerforce, a revolutionary air technology which is disrupting the sector. Hammerforce’s…
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Getting Serious: PHD Group partners with new crisis management agency
PHD Group has partnered with new crisis management agency Serious to help brands work through the effects of Covid-19. Serious’ services will include 24-hour rapid crisis…
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Are Kiwis changing the channel on TV?
Our New Zealand television landscape has shifted greatly due to local and international advancements. Here, we asked some of our industry leaders their thoughts on the…
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Publicis Groupe redundancies expected
In a statement released by Publicis Groupe, 34 roles are being reviewed across Australia and New Zealand that could face restructuring. Says Michael Rebelo CEO of…
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Michael Anderson resigns as MediaWorks CEO
It has been announced today that MediaWork’s CEO Michael Anderson has resigned and will be leaving the media company at the end of the year. Anderson…
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Movings / Shakings: July 7
Sulu Fiti has recently been appointed as the relationship manager at Boost. He will be working closely with Business Development Manager James Nicolle to establish new…
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Ogilvy and BP connect to our hearts through caffeine
The Thank You Coffee is set to create a new gratitude during our tough times, and Ogilvy and BP have teamed up to launch BPMe in…
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Vox Pops: Do listeners change the radio channel during ads?
TRB are big believers in utilising insights to create effective radio advertising campaigns. From online resources for agencies to the extensive knowledge of our planners, we know exactly…
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What is an ESOP? And why are we thinking about this?
By James Nicolle Boost is 100 percent owned by its owner and CEO Nathan Donaldson. The company is soon to turn 20 years old and Nathan…
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With Collective and ASB pimp out our All Blacks
ASB has proven that team work makes the dream work, and alongside With Collective linked by Isobar have created a new campaign to offer the rental…
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Protecting your brand with radio in 2020
The issue of brand safety in the advertising industry is nothing new. Back in 2017, we saw YouTube enter an “ad crisis” as marketers detected their campaigns showing…
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Hello, We are Frank and Mitre 10 make new senior appointments
A round-up of this week’s Movings and Shakings. We are Frank hires UX lead UX expert, Harry Sturt has been snapped up as senior user experience…
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A potential new future for broadcast TV
Over the COVID-19 lockdown, free-to-air television enjoyed a renaissance of sorts, as New Zealanders flocked to the service in record numbers. Anecdotally, some free-to-air TV shows…
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Do your sponsorship relationships look like a one-night stand or a long-term commitment?
We all know that times are tough. Of course, now more than ever, businesses must watch every penny they spend, but with the right communications strategy,…