AUCKLAND, Today: Special PR is riding high on a successful year and is bulking up its team with two fresh faces: Georgie Zonneveld and Harry Willis, stepping in as PR Directors.
Ford’s new campaign, Conquer the Weekend, offers Kiwis an action-packed adventure
AUCKLAND, Friday: New Zealanders often downplay their weekends, typically describing even the most thrilling ones as ‘yeah nah, pretty chilled.’ This inspired VML’s Conquer the Weekend campaign for the Ford Everest SUV.
Campaign for Wool warmly welcomes Sam Neill onboard
AUCKLAND, Today: Sir Sam Neill, renowned New Zealand actor, is the new Ambassador for Campaign for Wool NZ (CFWNZ). He’s on a mission to promote the wonders of New Zealand’s strong wool.
Streem hires Group Account Director for NZ Expansion
AUCKLAND, Today: Streem has brought on Aden Bushell as their new Group Account Director, highlighting their commitment to helping PR and corporate communications pros navigate media changes in New Zealand.
OMD appoints Rachel Stewart as GM
AUCKLAND, Today: OMD New Zealand has just promoted Rachel Stewart to General Manager. With over two decades in the media scene, and ten years with OMD, she’s stepping up from Head of Client Service.
Genesis turns up the heat for Kiwis this winter
AUCKLAND, Today: As winter draws near, Genesis is stepping up to help keep Kiwi homes warm and cozy. They’re rallying New Zealanders to support the cause.
Firth and Quantum Jump unveil the worst kept secret
AUCKLAND, Today: For years, some Kiwi architects and builders have held a secret that meets new H1 thermal standards without compromising design. Firth HotEdge® slab insulation is that secret for creating healthier Kiwi homes.
Stuff Group clinches global award for outstanding transformation strategy
LONDON, Friday: Almost four years after its buyout, New Zealand’s Stuff Group won a global business transformation award today in London at the INMA awards.
Newsable wins Best Audio Product at Global Media Awards
LONDON, Today: An innovative Kiwi news podcast, Newsable, clinches the Best New Audio Product/Feature title at the INMA awards, triumphing over esteemed global contenders like The Economist and the Irish Independent.
SCPI launches Mind Control initiative to tackle pet persuasion
AUCKLAND, Wednesday: Southern Cross Pet Insurance (SCPI) progresses its Paws Off! project with Mind Control, launched in mid-April. This initiative aims to tackle the issue of pets persuading humans to give them inappropriate food, which led to over $3 million in related claims last year.