AUCKLAND, Today: With a heavy heart, a head full of thoughts and fond memories of my co-founder David Gapes, there are not enough words to fill this page.
Stuff dominates across digital and print
AUCKLAND, Today: Nielsen CMI Readership results released today show Stuff holds the number one audience position across New Zealand’s digital and print products. The Stuff Group reaches 3.377M Kiwis every month, the largest media audience in the country. The portfolio includes flagships such as stuff.co.nz, The Post, The Press and Neighbourly.
Born Bred Talent empowers women’s charities all month long
AUCKLAND, Today: Born Bred Talent, Australia and New Zealand’s premier talent and creative agency, proudly champions women’s empowerment with its month-long celebration of International Women’s Day. Throughout March, we’ll dedicate time, resources, and expertise to support women’s charities and aid those in need.
FEDERATION promotes Olly Walker-Boden to MD alongside new CCO Brad Collett
AUCKLAND, Yesterday: FEDERATION has today unveiled a second major appointment to its senior leadership team in as many months, announcing Olly Walker-Boden as Managing Director to lead the Auckland-based agency day-to-day. The news follows Brad Collett joining as CCO in January.
Pitchblack Partners takes lead role appointed to drive Oceania’s creative direction
AUCKLAND, Yesterday: Following a competitive pitch process led by consultant Jodi Williams, Pitchblack Partners and their sister production company Jetblack have been appointed as Oceania’s lead Strategic, Creative, and Production partner.
Sci-fi marvel Dune Part Two claims top opening weekend post-Barbenheimer
AUCKLAND, Today: Dune: Part Two has outperformed all films since the July 2023 Barbenheimer event, boasting the largest opening weekend.
oOh!media NZ boosts Kiwi commuters with International Women’s Day inspiration
AUCKLAND, Yesterday: To celebrate International Women’s Day, oOh!media New Zealand is offering its network for free advertising to women-owned and led businesses across Aotearoa, showcasing their achievements.
The Hits rolls out lively comedy blitz for Cash ‘n’ Car comeback
AUCKLAND, Today: New Zealand Media and Entertainment’s popular radio station, The Hits, has launched an engaging brand campaign celebrating the comeback of its Cash ‘n’ Car promotion, plunging listeners into a 1980s vibe adorned with shoulder pads and power suits.
Convergence’s Auckland network expands with fresh partners and acquisition
AUCKLAND, Yesterday: Convergence Communications is expanding in Auckland. They’ve acquired Ramsgate Advisors and welcomed Rick Osborne and Marie Hosking as new equity partners. This marks a significant strengthening of their local presence.
NZME grows Bay of Plenty presence by acquiring SunMedia’s print and digital assets
AUCKLAND, Today: New Zealand Media and Entertainment (NZME) boosts its Bay of Plenty presence, buying SunMedia’s print and digital assets. The acquisition supports local journalism, enhancing NZME’s regional footprint.
