AUCKLAND, Today: Westpac New Zealand has introduced Closer, a fresh communications platform from Saatchi & Saatchi NZ, Spark Foundry NZ and Digitas NZ, designed to celebrate the people, purpose and ambition driving every business.
Goodair Nosebuds breathe in Gold at Best Awards
AUCKLAND, Today: Goodair Nosebuds has struck Gold at the 2025 Best Awards, after a sell-out September launch that cemented the Kiwi health-tech brand as one to watch.
Ryman Healthcare partners with Motion Sickness

AUCKLAND, Today: Motion Sickness has landed the creative and strategy account for Ryman Healthcare after a tightly contested pitch, marking a bold new chapter for the retirement living brand.
Good Fortune brings a wild twist on wealth and karma
AUCKLAND, Today: In Good Fortune, Aziz Ansari plays Arj, a guy doing odd jobs just to get by. Think delivering food, putting in disco floors, and fixing pool heaters, hustling every day.
Arrivals & Departures: Colenso hires strategist with curiosity that keeps everyone sharp
AUCKLAND, Today: Colenso has welcomed James Bennett as Group Planning Director and Deputy Head of Planning, following seven years at Wieden+Kennedy London, working with brands like Sainsbury’s, Samsung, Formula 1, and Nike.
Arrivals & Departures: OA Collective expands across the Tasman
AUCKLAND, Today: OA Collective, Australia’s fastest-growing out-of-home network, is going global, announcing the appointment of Danielle Jack as Sales Manager – New Zealand & Bespoke Networks, based in Sydney.
Auckland FC and NZME kick off new multi-year deal

AUCKLAND, Today: NZME has renewed its exclusive media partnership with Auckland FC, following a hugely successful first season and the club’s impressive A-League debut.
Arrivals & Departures: TVNZ welcomes Kerry Leonard to lead sport and enterprise partnerships
AUCKLAND, Today: TVNZ has appointed seasoned commercial leader Kerry Leonard as its new Sport & Enterprise Partnership Lead, a role created to strengthen client partnerships across the broadcaster’s growing sports portfolio.
Arrivals & Departures: Bastion Shine doubles down on talent and tech
AUCKLAND, Today: Bastion Shine is bolstering its leadership ranks with two major appointments, bringing in world-class experience and fresh thinking to help clients achieve meaningful results.
Reel Good Yarns with Dan Max
AUCKLAND, Today: Reel Factory’s Reel Good Yarns takes a closer look at director Dan Max, a filmmaker who’s part farm boy, part adventurer, and 100% heart.