AUCKLAND, Today: The Sweetshop has added filmmaker Beatrice Pegard to its roster across New Zealand, Australia, and Asia. She brings a distinctive mix of charm, cinematic flair, and sharp comedic timing to every project.
Sayso puts stories and people at the heart
AUCKLAND, Today: For nearly two decades, NSPR has been a go-to PR, communications, and talent management agency across Aotearoa and Australia. Founded by Niki Schuck, the boutique firm has quietly partnered with an impressive roster of clients.
Cheeky Toyota billboard lights up test match
AUCKLAND, Today: Nearly 47,000 fans at Saturday’s All Blacks vs Australia clash were greeted with a cheeky custom video billboard. It teased that one in four of them drove a Toyota, turning the stadium into a giant Toyota ad.
Entries now open for ORCA 2025
AUCKLAND, Today: The 2025 Outstanding Radio Creative Awards (ORCA), offer one of the most exciting and well-rewarded opportunities for New Zealand creatives.
Motion Sickness lands Shine Lawyers’ global creative and strategy account
AUCKLAND, Today: Motion Sickness has been appointed global creative and brand partner for Shine Lawyers, adding another big win to the agency’s impressive run of growth in 2025.
Arrivals & Departures: Richard Luxton steps in as new Ballance Director
AUCKLAND, Today: Duncan Coull has been re-elected and Richard Luxton elected as Directors for the North Ward on the Ballance Agri-Nutrients Board. Richard replaces Sarah von Dadelszen, who stepped down after more than a decade.
Thompson Spencer shortlisted at IAB Awards
AUCKLAND, Today: Thompson Spencer has been shortlisted for two IAB New Zealand Digital Advertising Awards 2025 categories: Creative Agency of the Year and Best Use of Social.
Dame Lisa Carrington teams up with P&G as brand ambassador
AUCKLAND, Today: P&G Australia New Zealand has teamed up with Olympic champion Dame Lisa Carrington, who will represent the company’s diverse brand portfolio as ambassador.
Arrivals & Departures: We Ordered Creative Trouble. We Got Three
AUCKLAND, Today: Uprooting from London and Melbourne to join Colenso is no small move, and we’re excited to welcome Sienna, Riana, and Zoe to both the agency and Aotearoa.
Pitchblack named #2 Independent Agency at 2025 APAC Effies
AUCKLAND, Today: Pitchblack has taken out the title of #2 Independent Agency of the Year at the 2025 APAC Effies, proving the indie shop can compete with the biggest networks in the region.
