AUCKLAND, Today: Recorder chaos could soon hit households nationwide, as NZEI Te Riu Roa teams up with Bad Magic to deliver a noisy message during strike negotiations.
Andrea Diquez to lead 2026 NYF judging panel
NEW YORK, Today: The 2026 New York Festivals Advertising Awards jury lineup has landed, bringing together a heavyweight mix of global creative leaders set to judge the year’s most impactful work.
Dentsu turns collectibles into full construction adventure
AUCKLAND, Today: A construction site popped up in Auckland’s Victoria Park, but instead of drills and dust, families found a giant hands-on playground built around Woolworths Bricks Home.
VMO expands office network with ANZ Centre screens
AUCKLAND, Today: New digital screens have landed inside Auckland’s ANZ Centre, as VMO expands its office media footprint with a premium placement right in the CBD.
AXIS Speaks returns with global creative heavyweights
AUCKLAND, Today: Five global creative heavyweights are heading to Auckland for AXIS Speaks 2026, serving up a morning packed with ideas, perspective shifts and industry inspiration.
McDonald’s proves brand power with nothing but words
AUCKLAND, Today: Mention cheeseburger, fries or sundae and one name instantly pops up. You already know who … McDonald’s.
Retirement possibilities open up in Heartland Bank’s latest campaign
AUCKLAND, Today: A fresh campaign marks the new Heartland Bank and True partnership, rolling out across digital, radio, outdoor, print, and TV, alongside a full design refresh created with production partner ToyBox.
Contact flatties return with more energy
AUCKLAND, Today: Contact’s flattie universe is back, with Special rolling out the next chapter of the It’s Good to be Home platform and revisiting the now-familiar Kiwi flat two years on.
MADE Group appoints Calibre + Candor as NZ media partner
AUCKLAND, Today: Calibre + Candor has landed the media account for MADE Group in New Zealand after a competitive pitch, stepping in to handle strategy, planning and buying.
Arrivals & Departures: Flying Fish signs new director Charlotte Evans for New Zealand
AUCKLAND, Today: Flying Fish has added director Charlotte Evans to its roster for representation in New Zealand, bringing a filmmaker known for blending cinematic craft with emotionally grounded storytelling.
