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Arrivals & Departures

Arrivals & Departures: End of an era as Nanette Miles prepares to exit Toybox

Editor October 24, 2025A+D, News Make a Comment

AUCKLAND, Today: After nearly four decades in the industry, Toybox Managing Director and Executive Producer Nanette Miles has announced she’ll step down in early 2026, closing an incredible chapter for the Auckland-based production house.
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Arrivals & Departures: Disruption just got four times louder

Editor October 24, 2025A+D, News Make a Comment

AUCKLAND, Today: TBWA\New Zealand has added four senior hires across strategy and business management, continuing its momentum after major client wins and being named Most Effective Agency of the Year at the 2024 Effie Aotearoa Awards.

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Arrivals & Departures: Georgia Coleman brings heart and strategy to Tonic

Editor October 22, 2025A+D, News Make a Comment

AUCKLAND, Today: Tonic Communications has strengthened its leadership team, promoting Georgia Coleman to Managing Director following a year of strong growth and a rapidly expanding trans-Tasman footprint.
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Arrivals & Departures: Sam Harris joins 81 Media to sharpen strategy and lift performance

Editor October 21, 2025A+D, News Make a Comment

AUCKLAND, Today: 81 Media has welcomed Sam Harris as Partner and Head of Technology and Performance, bringing a wealth of experience in data-driven strategy and digital innovation.
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Arrivals & Departures: Jo Hempstead embraces NZME’s vision for innovation and excellence

Editor October 20, 2025A+D, News Make a Comment

AUCKLAND, Today: NZME has appointed Jo Hempstead as its new Chief Financial Officer, adding a wealth of experience from retail, tech, and media to the executive team.
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Arrivals & Departures: Colenso hires strategist with curiosity that keeps everyone sharp

Editor October 16, 2025A+D, News Make a Comment

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.
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Arrivals & Departures: TVNZ welcomes Kerry Leonard to lead sport and enterprise partnerships

Editor October 15, 2025A+D, News Make a Comment

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.
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Arrivals & Departures: Bastion Shine doubles down on talent and tech

Editor October 15, 2025A+D, News Make a Comment

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.
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Arrivals & Departures: Coast welcomes Grant Kereama to Drive show

Editor October 10, 2025A+D, News Make a Comment

AUCKLAND, Today: Coast has found its new Drive show host, welcoming celebrated broadcaster Grant Kereama to bring his signature warmth and passion for Feel Good 80s hits to listeners across New Zealand.

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Arrivals & Departures: Christophe Spencer and Nick Guebhard take key roles at MBM

Editor October 9, 2025A+D, News Make a Comment

AUCKLAND, Today: MBM has named Christophe Spencer as Head of Digital and promoted Nick Guebhard to Head of Data & Analytics. Both step into their new roles effective immediately, strengthening MBM’s integrated, data-driven digital approach for clients.
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Arrivals & Departures: Kasper Häggström joins EXIT with distinctive Scandinavian edge

March 6, 2026 | By Editor

AUCKLAND, Today: Kasper Häggström has joined the EXIT roster, bringing his distinct Scandinavian humour to commercials. Read more

Arrivals & Departures: One Plus One grows with senior Wellington hire, Esther Robinson

March 4, 2026 | By Editor

AUCKLAND, Today: Auckland-based independent agency One Plus One Communications is expanding south, appointing Esther Robinson as Director of Government Relations and officially launching a Wellington presence alongside a dedicated Government Relations offering. Read more

Arrivals & Departures: Sling & Stone signals future focus with NZ leadership change

March 3, 2026 | By Editor

AUCKLAND, Today: A leadership shift is underway at Sling & Stone, with Sian Church stepping down as Head of New Zealand after seven years steering the local operation. Read more

Honouring the Legacy of Jim Wilson

March 2, 2026 | By Robin McDonnell

AUCKLAND, Today: Phantom Billstickers is deeply saddened to share the news that our founder — Jim Wilson has passed away peacefully in his sleep, of natural causes.  Read more

Arrivals & Departures: Flying Fish signs new director Charlotte Evans for New Zealand

February 25, 2026 | By Editor

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. Read more

Arrivals & Departures: Sam Casey appointed Head of Performance at Thompson Spencer

February 25, 2026 | By Editor

AUCKLAND, Today: Thompson Spencer has brought Sam Casey on board as Head of Performance, boosting its integrated media muscle as the agency keeps gaining momentum across local and international work. Read more

Arrivals & Departures: McCann strengthens integration with key appointments

February 24, 2026 | By Editor

AUCKLAND, Today: McCann Group New Zealand is reshaping its leadership as it pushes deeper into integration, appointing Zac Stephenson as Managing Director, Media and promoting Terri Collier to the new group role of Chief Client Officer. Read more

Arrivals & Departures: Unbound sets new leadership direction

February 24, 2026 | By Editor

AUCKLAND, Today: Unbound is reshuffling its leadership team, with founder Quentin Weber and senior leader Jason Tiller stepping into newly elevated roles as the Waikato-based digital agency ramps up its strategic and commercial growth. Read more

Arrivals & Departures: Joanne Norton joins Bastion as managing director of insights

February 24, 2026 | By Editor

AUCKLAND, Today: Bastion has locked in a new Insights lead, with Joanne Norton set to join as Managing Director in mid-April, reporting directly to Group CEO Cheuk Chiang. Read more

Arrivals & Departures: Jacqui Loates-Haver returns to lead Kia Ora magazine

February 20, 2026 | By Editor

AUCKLAND, Today: Are Media has brought Jacqui Loates-Haver back to helm Kia Ora, Air New Zealand’s flagship inflight magazine, kicking off a fresh chapter for the long-running title. Read more

Arrivals & Departures: Anthem strengthens team with two hires

February 17, 2026 | By Editor

AUCKLAND, Today: Two new hires are bolstering Anthem’s comms muscle, with senior specialist Conor Roberts and rising talent Alicia Lemmer joining the integrated agency as it expands leadership strength and consultancy depth. Read more

Arrivals & Departures: OMD taps Blair Alexander as CEO to guide next chapter growth

February 17, 2026 | By Editor

AUCKLAND, Today: OMD is bringing in Blair Alexander as New Zealand CEO from 2 March, stepping in to steer operations and shape future-ready capabilities for the agency’s next growth phase. He reports to Nikki Grafton. Read more

Arrivals & Departures: Havas appoints Olly Taylor as Group Chief Strategy Officer

February 12, 2026 | By Editor

AUCKLAND, Today: Havas ANZ is doubling down on integration, expanding Olly Taylor’s remit and appointing him Chief Strategy Officer for the Group, leading strategy across both creative and media agencies under the Village model. Read more

Arrivals & Departures: misterwolf strengthens leadership with Susie Darling

February 5, 2026 | By Editor

AUCKLAND, Today: Independent creative agency misterwolf has appointed Susie Darling as Partner and General Manager, building on a record 2025 and marking the next phase of growth as the agency approaches its second decade. Read more

Arrivals & Departures: Dentsu taps Nikki McKelvie to lead creative in Aotearoa

February 5, 2026 | By Editor

AUCKLAND, Today: Dentsu has named Nikki McKelvie as Managing Director of Dentsu Creative Aotearoa, tasking her with leading the creative practice and building on strong momentum as the business continues to grow its client portfolio. Read more

Arrivals & Departures: Neil Marolia joins AIA NZ as Head of Brand & Marketing

February 5, 2026 | By Editor

AUCKLAND, Today: AIA NZ has appointed Neil Marolia as Head of Brand & Marketing, starting 9 January 2026, bringing deep local and global brand experience to the leadership team. Read more

Arrivals & Departures: Ginny Woo joins YS to strengthen integrated model

February 3, 2026 | By Editor

AUCKLAND, Today: YS has strengthened its digital leadership with the appointment of Ginny Woo as Digital Marketing Manager, adding further weight to the agency’s integrated approach across media, data, creativity and technology. Read more

Arrivals & Departures: Designworks taps global brand leader Megan D’Audney for top role

February 2, 2026 | By Editor

AUCKLAND, Today: Designworks has appointed experienced leader and business founder Megan D’Audney as its new Managing Partner, with the Auckland-based role marking a return home after years working offshore. Read more

Arrivals & Departures: Saatchi & Saatchi NZ backs Annabel Rees for senior client role

January 30, 2026 | By Editor

AUCKLAND, Today: Saatchi & Saatchi New Zealand has promoted Annabel Rees to General Manager - Clients, recognising her leadership, standout client partnerships and the role she’s played in driving growth and creative momentum across the agency. Read more

Arrivals & Departures: HYPER strengthens creative leadership with Paul Bayley

January 19, 2026 | By Editor

AUCKLAND, Friday: HYPER has added Paul Bayley as Creative Director, strengthening its creative leadership and boosting impact for some of New Zealand’s biggest FMCG brands and retailers. Read more

Arrivals & Departures: YS welcomes Sophie Radford to lead integrated creative and media

January 19, 2026 | By Editor

AUCKLAND, Today: YS has added Sophie Radford to lead its integrated creative and media offering, following a strong year of growth. Radford joins from Spark Foundry, where she was a client partner across all aspects of agency client management. Read more

Arrivals & Departures: Flying Fish welcomes Alva Casey into key content leadership role

January 19, 2026 | By Editor

AUCKLAND, Today: Flying Fish has started the year by welcoming Alva Casey into a key role, overseeing Fish&Clips, the company’s content division, and Fanclub, its stills photography roster. Read more

Arrivals & Departures: Luke Burr named Head of Sales as Deep Media expands into Victoria

December 16, 2025 | By Editor

AUCKLAND, Today: Deep Media is making moves in Victoria, expanding its footprint and appointing experienced media leader Luke Burr as Head of Sales to drive growth across the region. Read more

Arrivals & Departures: Squirrel appoints Abi Cooke as Chief Marketing Officer

December 15, 2025 | By Editor

AUCKLAND, Today: Squirrel has added senior marketer Abi Cooke to its leadership team, appointing her as Chief Marketing Officer as the business gears up for its next phase of growth. Read more

Arrivals & Departures: Award winning AI innovator Jake Calder joins Contagion

December 9, 2025 | By Editor

AUCKLAND, Today: Contagion has welcomed Jake Calder, a recognised leader in technology and digital innovation, following his recent win for best use of Generative AI at IAB New Zealand. Read more

Arrivals & Departures: Anthem grows team with two new hires

December 8, 2025 | By Editor

AUCKLAND, Today: Anthem is growing its team with two new hires, welcoming Charis Wood as Account Director and Seren Cameron as Senior Account Executive to boost support for its expanding mix of clients. Read more

Arrivals & Departures: David Linklater takes the wheel at Driven

December 4, 2025 | By Editor

AUCKLAND, Today: NZME has appointed long-time automotive journalist David Linklater as Editor of DRIVEN Car Guide, bringing his experience and passion for motoring content to the role. Read more

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