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AMP ad challenges Kiwis to think about retirement
Kiwis are being challenged to confront uncomfortable truths about retirement so they can be better prepared in AMP’s latest advertising campaign.
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Dulux Paints appoints Pitchblack and MBM
Dulux Paints New Zealand has appointed brand strategy and creative agency Pitchblack and media agency MBM to oversee its full portfolio.
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Auckland Stadiums celebrates deals with Go Media and Auckland FC
Go Media has extended its agreement with Auckland Stadiums to continue as the commercial naming rights partner of Mt Smart Stadium until 2028.
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Market Media brings programmatic delivery to clients
Retail media network Market Media has brought programmatic delivery to its instore advertising screens across The Warehouse and Noel Leeming stores.
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‘The worst thing to do is nothing’: Shining a spotlight on the media industry in Aotearoa
In the dimly lit Aotea Centre, theatrical fog swirling about, it was hard not to be inspired as media leaders shared their wisdom and champion the industry.
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Movings and Shakings: New hires for Undertow Media, Reefton Distilling; Strong ratings for TV news
New hires at Undertown Media, Reefton Distillery and Val Morgan; Ratings from Newshub’s last week on TV; A refreshed format for Shortland Street.
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oOh!Media and OMD bring Pepsi’s new brand identity to life
oOh!Media New Zealand and OMD New Zealand have teamed up to bring Pepsi’s new brand identity to the Kiwi market with a bang.
Opinion
Responsible businesses run responsible ads – regardless of legislation
Could new regulations be a golden opportunity for the industry? Linus Hjoberg, Senior Vice-President (ANZ) at Channel Factory, delves into the recent changes to the country’s…
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New strategic identity to take Lumo into the future
Nearly eight years since switching on its network, Kiwi digital out-of-home company Lumo has unveiled a new strategic identity to take it into the future.
Campaigns
Go Red for Red Nose Day this July
Communications agency Bastion Shine is encouraging Kiwis to create and undertake embarrassing challenges to support Cure Kids this Red Nose Day.
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GWM backs the One NZ Warriors with new campaign
Car company GWM has launched its official partnership with the One New Zealand Warriors NRL team with an OOH campaign created by The Hallway.
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Iconic TV show returns as a podcast
SportsCafe, a TV show of the 1990’s and early 2000’s, has returned by jumping on the podcast bandwagon and will be hosted by three original crew members.
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A toast to dish: 20 years of food, friendship and flair
dish magazine turns 20 and Editor and CEO Sarah Tuck sits down with StopPress to chat through this major milestone and the celebrations that are in store.
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Young journalists to have their say on NZ’s media landscape
Industry leaders are inviting their younger colleagues to share thoughts on the future of the media landscape, one full of turmoil since the start of 2024.
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Stuff releases ThreeNews ratings after first bulletins
It’s the third day of Stuff’s ThreeNews daily bulletins and the media company is pleased with ratings from the opening weekend.
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Entries open for IAB New Zealand’s Digital Advertising Awards
Call for entries to the Interactive Advertising Bureau New Zealand’s Digital Advertising Awards 2024 have opened with five new categories.
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Movings and Shakings: New staff at The Spinoff, NZ Herald; Trans-Tasman moves at DDB and more
Two new journos for The Spinoff; Former Newshub Director of News joins NZ Herald; DDB Aotearoa’s Rupert Price moves over the ditch and more.
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Beacon awards 2024: A much-needed celebration of the Kiwi media and advertising industry
In what has so far been a turbulent year for the Kiwi media industry, a shining light came last night in the form of the 2024 beacon awards.
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The end of Newshub’s era as Stuff’s ThreeNews launches
Newshub’s last day of broadcast has got off to an emotional start after AM show hosts Melissa Chan-Green and Lloyd Burr bid their viewers farewell.
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Goodbye Newshub, from the creative behind the original brand
As Newshub leaves Kiwi screens forever tonight, Ant Farac, the creative force behind the original brand, looks back at his inspiration.
Opinion
Cannes Lions is beauty and the beast, says newbie
Sam Stutchbury continues his report on his trip to Cannes Lions, sharing his thoughts on the work, the festival and surrounding events.
Campaigns
Gluttony and lust collide as K’Rd campaign tempts visitors to Eat It
July will be anything but dry on Auckland’s K’Rd, as a saucy OOH campaign from Motion Sickness kicks off Eat It: a restaurant month with a hedonistic twist.
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Coast radio joins forces with Go Media
This year, the Coast Feel Good 500 Countdown will be brought to you on air and by digital billboards from outdoor advertiser Go Media.
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Trans-tasman agency secures partnership with ArchiPro
Trans-Tasman creative agency Not Another has secured a contract with ArchiPro, the world-leading online platform for architecture and design.
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Gamers rejoice: Spark creates gaming festival for Aotearoa
Kiwi gamers get excited – the first national gaming festival is coming to Auckland’s Spark Arena this September, featuring tournaments, talks and talent.
Campaigns
A tale of two dogs
Featuring in a new TVC from Purina NZ’s dog food Tux, created by The Enthusiasts, Bjorn’s story celebrates 70 years of the brand feeding Kiwi dogs.
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Animated sequels draw the crowds
Animated sequels brought audiences to the cinema in droves over Matariki with Val Morgan Group reporting a record-breaking long weekend at the box office.
Opinion
Fresh eyes on the Cannes Lions
Sam Stuchbury attends Cannes for the first time offering fresh eyes, and a fresh perspective of the show and its surroundings for StopPress.
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AT and oOh!media bring bus shelter to life for Matariki
To celebrate the Māori New Year this past weekend, Auckland Transport and oOh!media brought an inner-city bus shelter to life to celebrate Matariki.
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Bargain Chemist’s commitment to Kiwis: make healthcare more affordable
Locally owned pharmacy Bargain Chemist is giving away $1,500 throughout July to remind Kiwis, that even in light of government changes, its prescription fees will always be free.