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Speight’s marks 150 years
Speight’s New Zealand is marking its 150th anniversary, celebrating one of the country’s most enduring and recognisable beer brands.
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Movings & Shakings
The Spinoff appoints Henry Oliver as Bulletin editor
Former Metro editor Henry Oliver is joining The Spinoff as the new editor of weekday morning newsletter The Bulletin.
Campaigns
Krunch and Lightingplus illuminate Kiwi homes through cinematic storytelling
Strategic growth agency Krunch has announced a new brand campaign for Lightingplus, showcasing the power of lights in the home.
News
Haines evolves brand to focus on the right people
Advertising agency HainesAttract has simplified its name back to Haines and introduced a refreshed platform.
News
TVNZ youth platform Re: News closes
Re: News, TVNZ’s news platform for rangatahi, is closing down on May 29 after nearly a decade of serving the young people of Aotearoa.
News
Aotearoa’s finest celebrated at 2026 NZ Media Awards
Aotearoa’s media industry celebrated excellence in journalism last week at a time where leaders say it is “more important than ever”.
News
Cartology expands Woolworths in-store screen network
Cartology is expanding its in-store digital media network to enhance brand visibility and customer engagement.
Movings & Shakings
AKQA New Zealand appoints new executive partner
AKQA New Zealand has appointed Viv Baartman as executive partner to strengthen its operational leadership in Wellington.
Campaigns
Melanie Bracewell and Petstock Foundation encourage pet adoption this May
Comedian Melanie Bracewell and the Petstock Foundation aim to inspire adoption and create a better future for pets and people across Aotearoa.
Partner articles
Optimise for cash, not clicks – Reach
Reach’s Lizette Du Preez says stop optimising for clicks and start focusing on cash. She shares tips to turn activity into real growth.
Campaigns
These Guys I Know and Graeme Dingle Foundation ask Kiwis to “move mountains” for youth
These Guys I Know has partnered with the Graeme Dingle Foundation to create a new campaign, ‘Move mountains for youth’.
News
Why video measurement should reflect how people actually watch – Q+A with Murray Love
Household viewing habits have changed considerably but reporting metrics are still stuck in the past says media expert Murray Love.
News
New app Lume puts albums at the heart of music
New app Lume is aiming to put the album at the heart of music, instead of focusing on songs, playlists and subscriptions.
News
NZ radio and audio audience growth driven by younger listeners
The NZ Commercial Radio Industry has released the first GfK Commercial Radio Survey of 2026, showing strong audience growth.
News
Vistar Media research: Impact of 3D motion in DOOH campaigns
Vistar Media, in partnership with Omnicom Media and JCDecaux, has published a new research ‘Science in motion’.
Campaigns
Rockit announces partnership with Chinese megastar Wang Yibo
New Zealand healthy snacking company Rockit has announced a new brand ambassador partnership with Chinese celebrity Wang Yibo.
News
VMO signs contract with New Zealand Retail Property Group
VMO is expanding its retail network after signing an exclusive contract with New Zealand Retail Property Group.
Campaigns
Meadow Fresh and McCann NZ launch new campaign for Kaló
Meadow Fresh and McCann New Zealand are launching the latest chapter of the ‘Craving real?’ platform for Kaló Authentic Greek Yoghurt.
News
Xero announces partnership with New Zealand Rugby
Global small business platform Xero has entered a multi‑year agreement with New Zealand Rugby, supporting the All Blacks and Black Ferns.
Campaigns
Musashi brings South Auckland together for basketball tournament
Musashi Sports Nutrition created a community celebration in South Auckland last weekend with a street-style basketball tournament.
Accounts
First Table appoints Payper as PR agency for Australia and New Zealand
Restaurant booking app First Table has appointed Payper as its PR agency across Australia and New Zealand.
Accounts
Go Media expands national transit footprint with Environment Canterbury Metro win
Go Media has partnered with Metro to take over advertising management across the public transport network in Christchurch and Timaru.
News
Sky Sport confirms live and exclusive coverage of A-League Men Grand Final
Sky Sport will deliver exclusive, comprehensive live coverage of the Men’s A-League Grand Final on Saturday, May 23.
Campaigns
MediaWorks launches new brand campaign
MediaWorks has launched a new brand position and campaign, refocusing on audio to reflect its broadcast reach across the country.
Awards
The One Show 2026 top 10 APAC agencies
Motion Sickness is ranked #2 in The One Show 2026 Top 10 APAC Agencies, behind Ogilvy Singapore in the top spot.
News
Vince Geddes In-Depth Journalism Fund 2026 opens
The Vince Geddes In-Depth Journalism Fund returns in 2026, offering freelance journalists financial and editorial support.
News
Hemisphere expands footprint to Tauranga
Independent agency Hemisphere has expanded into the Bay of Plenty as Craig Adolph rejoins the team as head of digital.
News
PHD Aotearoa’s Amanda Palenski recognised on Campaign 50 over Fifty list
PHD Aotearoa’s Amanda Palenski has been named on Campaign’s 50 Over Fifty 2026 list, recognising her outstanding leadership.
News
NZME survey finds Kiwi travel intent at decade high
NZME’s latest TellME Travel Survey shows Kiwi travel intent is at its highest in over a decade, with travel ad spend rising in response.
Awards
Motion Sickness ranked #3 independent agency in the world at The One Show
Motion Sickness is now ranked the world’s third independent agency in The One Show Global Creative Rankings.