AUCKLAND, Friday: The Spinoff has kicked off the year with a stellar first quarter (April–June 2025), securing its place as New Zealand’s top performer in audience engagement, according to Nielsen data.

AUCKLAND, Today: Snapchat has introduced Home Safe, a handy new feature that lets you automatically notify a friend when you’ve arrived home – no more forgetting to send a message after a big night out.

AUCKLAND, Today: Auckland commuters were hit with a colour explosion at Britomart station as Skittles launched Cloudz – a soft, chewy twist on the fruity favourite that Kiwis have loved for years.

UCKLAND, Today: JCDecaux has unveiled its refreshed brand positioning, Be Seen. Be Remembered., putting the spotlight on creating Out-of-Home campaigns that don’t just grab attention but drive strong, measurable results for advertisers.

SYDNEY, Australia: Southern Cross Travel Insurance has locked in its agency lineup across the ditch, appointing three Sydney-based agencies to lead creative, media and PR as part of its Aussie growth push.

WELLINGTON, Today: Cameras start rolling this November on A Dog’s Show—a heartwarming Kiwi film inspired by the TV classic that once made sheepdog trialling must-watch telly across the nation.

CHRISTCHURCH, Today: A giant ring box popped up in the heart of the Christchurch city—standing two metres tall and covered in fresh, flowing blooms.

AUCKLAND, Today: Independent creative agency Yarn has teamed up with MAS, taking on strategy and creative for the local insurance and investment mutual as it looks to evolve its brand story.

AUCKLAND, Today: Jolly Billboards has teamed up with global OOH tech leader Vistar Media in a new full-stack partnership set to ramp up programmatic outdoor advertising across New Zealand.