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Timezone and R&R prepare to play
Timezone, a beloved name in family entertainment and the go-to place for many a kid’s birthday, has appointed R&R as its new creative agency.
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The Warehouse goes pink for Barbie’s big birthday
In a world-first partnership with Mattel, The Warehouse is transforming its Albany store into a pink Dreamhouse to celebrate Barbie turning 65.
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Frances Cook, Kiwibank partner up to empower Kiwi financially
In a move to enhance Kiwi financial knowledge, Kiwibank has partnered with leading financial journalist Frances Cook, on her new podcast, Making Cents.
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Two months until The Monkeys rebrands as Droga5
The Monkeys Aotearoa switches to become Droga5 on December 1. Meanwhile, Mark Green, Monkeys co-founder CEO, takes up the role of Droga5 global CEO this month.
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Order almost, almost anything with Uber Eats
Uber Eats’ latest ad instalment features actor and comedian Jason Alexander to explore the chaos that can arise when you have everything at our fingertips.
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Silverstripe appoints Co-founder as new CEO
Technology provider Silverstripe has announced Co-founder and Director Sigurd Magnusson as CEO to revitalise and drive growth for the company.
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CTRL Space partners with Tonic Communications
Architectural interior design agency CTRL Space has enlisted the expertise and experience of PR agency Tonic Communications to help with brand awareness.
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Bargain Chemist chooses Yarn as new creative agency
Following a competitive pitch process, Yarn has been appointed as the creative agency of record for New Zealand-owned pharmacy retailer, Bargain Chemist.
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Patrick Gower’s new current affairs show to air tomorrow
It’s less than 24 hours until Patrick Gower’s show, The F#$%ing News, launches in its new home at Stuff, bringing fresh stories each week to Aotearoa.
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New owner takes the wheel at NZ Autocar
NZ Autocar magazine has a new owner, after being sold to Auto Media Group. Well-known industry publisher Richard Edwards now holds the carkeys.
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Guinness World Record for the largest haka comes home to Aotearoa
Aotearoa now holds the Guinness World Record for the largest haka after over 6,500 people performed Ka Mate at Eden Park on September 29.
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Estée Lauder picks Undertow Media as its PR agency
Independent PR agency Undertow Media is glossing up its portfolio, adding the Estée Lauder Companies to its ever-growing client list.
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Marketers MeasureUp at IAB NZ’s inaugural data conference
Data took centre stage last week as IAB New Zealand launched its inaugural MeasureUp conference to highlight the role of measurement in marketing.
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Mitre 10’s new campaign offers Kiwis the chance to win big on Airpoints
Mitre 10 has partnered with Quantum Jump to give Kiwi DIYers the chance to take to the skies, with club members in for the chance to win big in Airpoints dollars.
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All you need to know for this weekend’s attempt at the world’s largest haka
Are you ready, Aotearoa? It is just two sleeps to go until the official Guinness World Records title attempt to reclaim the record for the world’s largest haka.
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Wool carpet maker uses AI to create a TVC for broadcast
Local wool carpet and rug maker Bremworth has made a TVC using AI as part of a planned $2 million-plus advertising campaign.
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Motion Sickness marks new chapter with a new home
Motion Sickness has quickly made a name for itself within the creative and advertising world in period of growth which has seen them move into a new home.
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Five years of American Express’ Shop Small campaign to back local business
Kiwis are being encouraged to back their local small businesses as American Express launches its annual Shop Small campaign from the start of October.
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IAB NZ announces finalists for Digital Advertising Awards
The Interactive Advertising Bureau NZ is thrilled to announce the finalists for the 2024 IAB NZ Digital Advertising Awards.
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Two Kiwis recognised in Campaign’s Asia-Pacific 40 Under 40
The women were the only people from Aotearoa on the 40 Under 40 list, which honours influential young leaders in Asia-Pacific marketing and comms.
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Pizza Hut brings back dine-in buffet via Special PR
To celebrate its 50th birthday, Pizza Hut is reviving its all-you-can-eat buffet… for one week only.
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NZME announces senior sales team appointments
The appointments come hot on the heels of NZME’s recently launched new sales division, which includes a team dedicated to the independent agency market
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Jolt builds on NZ success, expands into Canada
Sustainable digital out-of-home media and EV charging network Jolt is continuing its global expansion, announcing the launch of its network in Canada.
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Voices of Hope shines a light on mental health with six powerful stories
Voices of Hope has launched a new campaign where six Kiwis share their powerful stories to help break down stigma around mental health.
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A good deed: Sir Ashley Bloomfield abseils high-rise for Wellington City Mission
Imagine asking a national sweetheart to launch a fundraising initiative by abseiling a high-rise? Sir Ashley Bloomfield was happy to for such a great cause.
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Creative Talk with Anthony Brosnan
Anthony Brosnan, User Experience and Product Design Lead at Emerge, last spoke with The Creative Store back in 2015 and shares his career journey since.
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Domino’s serves cards with pizza, encourages Kiwis to check in with each other
For Mental Health Awareness Week, Domino’s stores are gifting customers Conversation Cards to encourage them to check in with their loved ones.
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MediaWorks launches rova.nz as personalised on-demand platform
MediaWorks has launched rova.nz as a new digital platform that brings live music and entertainment from its 10 loved radio brands into one location.
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Vote now for the best advert of the last 50 years
NZ Marketing Association is turning 50 this year and to celebrate, it’s asking everyone to pick their favourite advert from the past five decades.
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Vast Billboards’ pro-bono ads encourage Timaru to shop local
Six Timaru businesses are at the heart of a Vast Billboard campaign encouraging residents to support local brands.