AUCKLAND, Today: Woodstock exists to celebrate fun in a world that has become serious, and to bring this to life TBWA\NZ has launched a new Woodstock brand campaign called That’s the Spirit.
Federation taps Tony Clewett
AUCKLAND, Today: Respected Kiwi creative advertising leader Tony Clewett has joined Federation as the independent agency’s chief creative officer.
In-Game Ad Standards

TEL AVIV, Thursday: WPP and adtech startup Anzu have announced a partnership aimed at bringing commonly accepted advertising standards to the esports and gaming space.
And the winners are …
AUCKLAND, Last night: The television industry celebrated the sector’s collective achievements – one of only a few physical screen award ceremonies to be held globally amidst Covid-19. The NZ Television Awards presented trophies in 40 categories at the sell-out event.
Strategy rebrands Ryman Employer Brand
CHRISTCHURCH, Today: Ryman Healthcare have been working with Strategy Christchurch to refine and develop their employer branding and recruitment advertising in line with their new Ryman Pioneers master-brand positioning.
8 Billion use Social
LONDON, Today: Facebook inched closer to becoming the first social network with 3 billion users in Q3 2020 – based on research data published by Spanish analyst Comprar Acciones, it had 2.74 billion monthly active users at the end of September, up by 12% year-over-year.
Made in NZ
HOLLYWOOD, Today: The official trailer and key art for season one of The Wilds is available now – the 10-ep Amazon Original series was filmed in New Zealand – mainly with American cast and crew.
Phantom rings the changes
AUCKLAND, Today: Phantom Billstickers kicked off the 2020 festive season – and unveiled significant changes to its team – during a year-end celebration at the QT Hotel in Auckland’s Viaduct Harbour on Tuesday evening.
M&C shoots Countdown Xmas spot
AUCKLAND, Today: Shortland St-based M&C Saatchi – with Assembly and Liquid – has shot Countdown’s new Christmas spot, Reverse Fairytale.