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Dentsu Aotearoa takes top honour at 2025 HRNZ Awards

Editor March 3, 2025News Make a Comment

AUCKLAND, Today: The 2025 HRNZ Awards brought together 450 industry leaders to celebrate the best in HR excellence across New Zealand, last week.

oOh! shines a spotlight on women-led businesses for International Women’s Day 2025

Editor March 3, 2025News Make a Comment

AUCKLAND, Today: oOh!media New Zealand is once again celebrating International Women’s Day by spotlighting women-led businesses across its national digital Out of Home network.

Robi Stanton joins BBC Studios to lead global media and streaming in ANZ

Editor March 3, 2025A+D, News Make a Comment

AUCKLAND, Today: BBC Studios has appointed media industry leader Robi Stanton as EVP & GM of Global Media and Streaming for Australia & New Zealand. She’ll oversee content sales, channels, streaming, and ad sales in the region.

Seeking Sponsors: Support the First Nations Writers Festival 2025

Editor February 28, 2025News Make a Comment

AUCKLAND, Today: The First Nations Writers Festival (FNWF) is back for its highly anticipated 2025 edition, continuing its mission to celebrate Indigenous voices, cultures, and traditions through literature, art, and storytelling.

NZ Herald unveils Herald NOW, its new news streaming channel with Ryan Bridge

Editor February 28, 2025News Make a Comment

AUCKLAND, Today: The Herald is launching Herald NOW, a cutting-edge news-streaming platform bringing live news and premium journalism video content. Kicking off in Q2 2025, it debuts with a morning news show hosted by Ryan Bridge.

Sky Sport kicks off First Light rebrand with rugby and NRL

Editor February 28, 2025News Make a Comment

AUCKLAND, Today: Sky Sport is rolling out a bold new visual identity this weekend across all its locally produced sports broadcasts. The fresh look puts a stronger spotlight on athletes and teams, reinforcing Sky Sport’s distinct presence in Aotearoa New Zealand.

New Whittaker’s blocks you won’t want to miss

Editor February 28, 2025News Make a Comment

AUCKLAND, Today: Whittaker’s is treating Chocolate Lovers to two new premium blocks: Smooth Dark Coconut 100g and Blueberry & Macadamia in White Chocolate 100g. These indulgent flavours are available for a limited time.

The One Show AI judge Sherina Florence releases hip-hop album for deadline push

Editor February 27, 2025News Make a Comment

AUCKLAND, Today: Sherina Florence, an independent ECD and AI-focused Futurist, is a juror for The One Show’s first-ever Creative Use of AI category. To mark the final entry deadline, she’s dropping a hip-hop album.

Lani Jamieson joins D3 to shape the next chapter of its growth

Editor February 27, 2025A+D, News Make a Comment

AUCKLAND, Today: D3 is gearing up for growth with Lani Jamieson as its new General Manager. She’ll oversee operations and enhance client outcomes as the agency expands, following a major win with ZIWI USA Inc.

The Tuesday Club hosts Women’s Work’s In(visible) exhibition in Tāmaki Makaurau

Editor February 27, 2025News Make a Comment

AUCKLAND, Today: Women’s Work is back with In(visible), an exhibition celebrating unique perspectives and amplifying often-overlooked voices. Exclusive to Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland), it opens 7th March 2025 at The Tuesday Club.

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