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Beaurepaires rebrands to Advantage Tyre Solutions via Bettle & Associates
Bettle & Associates has recently led a full makeover for the iconic tyre brand Beaurepaires, transforming it into Advantage Tyre Solutions.
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All Blacks to join SENZ’s Rugby World Cup commentary team
The SENZ has introduced a team of broadcasters including former All Blacks to guide Kiwis through the 2023 Rugby World Cup.
Movings & Shakings
Hotwire appoints Melissa Cullen as Managing Director for Communications, APAC
Hotwire has announced the appointment of Melissa Cullen to the new role of Managing Director of Communications for the APAC region.
News
Westfield springs into action with ‘Feel Your Rhythm’ campaign via WhiteGREY
Westfield has sprung into a new season with the introduction of its spring/summer campaign, titled ‘Feel Your Rhythm’.
News
SailGP appoints True following competitive pitch
SailGP has appointed True as its NZ advertising and design agency for its fourth season of the global racing championship.
News
WellingtonNZ’s campaign ‘Escape To Wellington’ offers escape for New Yorkers
WellingtonNZ has launched an innovative intrenational campaign designed to entice Americans to consider a move to NZ.
Campaigns
Mazda drives emotions with new campaign via The Monkeys Aotearoa
To celebrate the arrival of two new generation Mazda SUVs, Mazda NZ’s new brand platform is driving a range of human emotions.
News
New ownership for popular venue Glasshouse
Highly sought after venue, Glasshouse, has been acquired by New Zealand Venue Co along with neighbouring pub Morningside Tavern.
News
The Warehouse Group unlocks Pinterest ads for brands powered by Zitcha
The Warehouse Group and MarketMedia have incorporated Pinterest ads into Zitcha.
StopPress exclusives
What’s in an AI magazine cover?
Here’s what went into the AI covers for NZ Marketing’s June/July issue and the new opportunities this tech presents for publishers.
News
PAK’nSAVE continues to support cyclone-affected Esk Valley Community
In the aftermath of Cyclone Gabrielle, PAK’nSAVE established ‘PAK Your Pantry’ with community partners to aid families in worst-hit areas.
News
NEXEN gets rolling with krunch.co
DTM New Zealand, has chosen krunch.co as its full service agency to launch tyre brand NEXEN.
Movings & Shakings
Country Head of NZ Mike Watkins departs JCDecaux
JCDecaux has announced that Mike Watkins is stepping down as Country Head of New Zealand and will leave the business.
StopPress exclusives
The irreplaceable role of Human Intelligence
In a global narrative centered around AI, Havas NZ is launching an initiative reminding us of the importance of Human Intelligence.
News
Kiwi EdTech platform introduces ‘A Little Kami Magic’ to the world
Kami, a Kiwi EdTech success, has launched its global brand campaign ‘A Little Kami Magic’.
News
The Spinoff revisits pop culture past with new podcast
The Spinoff has launched a new series called Remember When, revisiting Aotearoa’s bizarre and brilliant pop culture history.
News
Flicks partners with Nexum Group to drive growth in Australia
NZ-founded film, cinema and streaming guide Flicks, has recently welcomed Sam Harris to its Australia team via a new partnership.
News
Proximity prompts growth discussions with new cards for marketers
In a move to help stimulate business growth for marketers and start creative discussions, Proximity has released ‘Find the Growth’ cards.
News
My Food Bag’s new campaign via Yarn celebrates weeknight dinner routines
Co-Founder and Ambassador of My Food Bag Nadia Lim is back on your screens for the launch of a new brand campaign.
News
Sky and Stuff team up to bring fans closer to Rugby Word Cup action
As local rights holder for the 2023 Rugby World Cup, Sky is teaming up with Stuff to bring fans closer to all the action.
News
KiwiRail launches rail safety platform ‘Steely Stare’ via Federation
To promote railtrack safety, KiwiRail and TrackSAFE have joined forces to launch behaviour-change platform in collaboration with Federation.
News
FizzyPop and Hawke’s Bay Airport welcome new airline connecting East Coast
Full-service agency FizzyPop, in partnership with Hawke’s Bay Airport, has unveiled a brand new airline – Sunair’s East Coast Connector service.
News
Flava and iHeartRadio launch podcast celebrating Pasifika youth culture
A podcast celebrating Pasifika youth culture in NZ launched today by NZME’s Flava radio station.
StopPress exclusives
FCB’s award-winning campaign influences driver behaviour from within the car
Working with the NZ Police, FCB embarked on a mission to alter drivers’ behaviour and earned five Golds at the 2023 Beacon Awards along the way.
News
Aged care crisis highlighted in new campaign via Chemistry and Anthem
Aotearoa’s aged care crisis is being highlighted through a new campaign via Chemistry and Anthem for the Aged Care Association.
Movings & Shakings
Fine art photographer and AI imager Katya Brook joins Film Construction
Film production company Film Construction, has brought fine art photographer and AI imager Katya Brook on to the team.
Movings & Shakings
Filmmaker Emile Rafael joins electriclime°’s director roster
Electriclime° has added filmmaker Emile Rafael to its director roster where he will be represented in MENA and APAC.
Awards
Josh Moore of Pitchblack Partners to be 2024 Axis Awards Convenor
The Comms Council has announced industry veteran Josh Moore as the Convenor for the 2024 Axis Awards.
News
Special Wellington-led collective partners with Sport NZ
Special Wellington has partnered with Sport NZ in a consortium with MBM (Media) and All is for All (Disability Consultants).
Opinion
Why are agencies running away from Generative AI?
Antony Young, Co-Founder of The Media Lab, shares his thoughts on why the ad and marketing industry should embrace Generative AI.