Campaigns
KFC puts Super Rugby club loyalty to the test
KFC is putting Kiwi rugby fans’ loyalty to the test with a lie detector experience, brought to life by Special PR.
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Vast Billboards donates ad space for NZ Music Month
Outdoor advertising company Vast Billboards has been donating advertising space to support Kiwi artists and bands for NZ Music Month.
Movings & Shakings
The Post Office welcomes directing duo Lazy Bones
The Post Office welcomes directing duo Liam Stevens and George Teagle, also known as Lazy Bones, to their roster.
News
Rituals are reshaping brand relevance, says TRA
A new study by TRA shows people are creating stability through rituals, which poses a powerful opportunity for brands.
Campaigns
NZ Post turns visual identity into directional storytelling
NZ Post has launched a nationwide campaign aimed at helping New Zealanders easily find their nearest NZ Post store.
News
IMANZ announces partnership with Marsden Inch
Kiwi communications recruitment and advisory firm Marsden Inch has announced a partnership with Independent Media Agencies New Zealand.
Campaigns
Quantum Jump helps AA share their new app
AA New Zealand, in partnership with Quantum Jump, has launched a campaign for its new mobile app, a step forward in its digital evolution.
News
Media Spotlight 2026 brings global insights to the NZ media industry
Media Spotlight 2026 brought together advertisers, agency leaders and media executives to discuss trends and challenges facing the industry.
News
IAB New Zealand launches Wellington council
Digital advertising industry body IAB New Zealand has established a Wellington council to bring togethers senior leaders across the capital.
Movings & Shakings
Claire Joy joins YS as associate creative director
Independent agency YoungShand has appointed Claire Joy as associate creative director, effective immediately.
Movings & Shakings
Jessica Allison joins Special PR
Special PR is welcoming industry leader Jessica Allison to the team as general manager of its Auckland office.
Partner articles
Keeping digital advertising simple: A look behind the scenes at Scroll Media
StopPress sat down with Scroll Media’s Jane Ormsby for a look behind the scenes of the company and what’s trending in digital advertising.
News
NZME signs exclusive partnership with Chasing The Fox
New Zealand Media and Entertainment has announced an exclusive multi-year media partnership with annual golfing event, Chasing The Fox.
News
INMA appoints Stuff leader as vice president
The International News Media Association has announced Stuff Group owner and publisher Sinead Boucher as its first vice president.
Campaigns
Thundergrid and Art of the Possible launch new campaign
Thundergrid has launched a new national campaign amid volatile fuel prices and growing global supply pressures.
Awards
Re:brand wins major international awards
Re:brand has earned global recognition at the Transform Diamond Awards for its evidence-led branding expertise.
Movings & Shakings
Crave announces new joint ECDs
Crave has appointed Veronica Copestake and Adam Barnes as executive creative directors to lead its creative output.
News
New Wellington harbour pathway expands audience for Go Media’s TrackSide
The new Wellington harbour pathway has created new audience opportunities for Go Media’s TrackSide train exterior advertising.
Movings & Shakings
Bastion bolsters design capability with senior appointments
Bastion has bolstered its design capability with a series of senior appointments, reflecting a commitment to beautiful and memorable work.
Movings & Shakings
Deep Media names Kacie Serls as head of Deep Retail
Independent Amazon Ads specialist agency Deep Media has appointed former Amazon Ads executive Kacie Serls to lead Deep Retail.
News
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.
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 peopleÂ
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.