AUCKLAND, Today: One of New Zealand’s most influential screen producers, John Barnett, has died. The Screen Production and Development Association confirmed he passed away on Sunday night.
Executive judging panel named for 2025 IAB NZ Digital Advertising Awards
AUCKLAND, Today: The Interactive Advertising Bureau of New Zealand (IAB New Zealand) has announced the Executive Judging Panel for the 2025 IAB NZ Digital Advertising Awards.
Good vibes flow as Hutt Sounds returns in 2026
AUCKLAND, Today: Hutt Sounds is back for 2026, lighting up Brewtown in Upper Hutt on Sunday 8 March with a stacked lineup of international stars and Kiwi favourites ready to bring the hits.
Arrivals & Departures: Thompson Spencer names Megan Clark Cook Managing Partner
AUCKLAND, Today: Thompson Spencer has welcomed Megan Clark Cook as Managing Partner. Known for integration and opportunity, she’ll help steer growth, shaping new and existing client partnerships while amplifying the power of the agency’s expanded offering.
Alpha Group taps Flight Digital and Impact PR for international visibility
AUCKLAND, Today: Alpha Group, one of New Zealand’s biggest biotech exporters, has brought on Flight Digital and Impact PR as key partners to help drive its global expansion plans.
Content Depot launches as New Zealand’s first self-service UGC platform
AUCKLAND, Today: A new player has landed in New Zealand’s content space, shaking up how brands use user-generated content (UGC). Content Depot, launched this week, is the country’s first self-service UGC platform built just for Kiwi businesses.
NZME’s Donation Station returns to raise hope on Daffodil Day
AUCKLAND, Today: NZME and ANZ NZ are uniting again this Daffodil Day, turning ANZ Donation Station into an all-day broadcast packed with music, stories and entertainment, raising vital funds for the Cancer Society.
Georgia Fowler returns home with Remix
AUCKLAND, Today: Georgia Fowler makes her return to Remix, and this time it feels like more than just another cover. Between motherhood, modelling, and moments at home, her story feels deeply personal.
Aether launches with $3.8m seed to transform marketing presentations
AUCKLAND, Today: Aether, a new AI-powered platform for marketing managers, has launched out of stealth with a $3.8m seed round led by Icehouse Ventures. The tool helps teams build presentations faster and unlock institutional knowledge.
Global brands drive 72% growth for billups in ANZ
AUCKLAND, Today: billups has clocked an impressive 72% year-on-year revenue lift in its first full year across Australia and New Zealand, showing just how strong the demand is for smarter, more accountable out-of-home advertising.
