It’s been busy times at KBR Digital as it launches Cortechs, a brand new adtech arm of its business. MD Grant Hyland said: “Adtech in NZ is moving fast.
Arrivals & Departures: Mission Estate appoints new marketing manager
New Zealand’s oldest winery, Mission Estate, has announced the appointment of senior leader Avram Deitch in the position of marketing manager.
APN Outdoor is live in Ponsonby Central
AUCKLAND Today: APN Outdoor has unveiled the only large format digital sign in Ponsonby Central – located in the heart of the entertainment precinct.
FCB takes Mitre 10 #2 straight to #1 (Updated)

The 2018 shortlist

Bauer, ICG and NZ Lifestyle Magazine Group lead the way with the most finalists in the 39 categories at the 2018 Webstar Magazine Media Awards.
D&AD leadership masterclass lands in Auckland – today
This afternoon, the Semi Permanent festival (which has been playing for the past week) bring Kiwis a taster of the Rare masterclass that’s been touring the globe since 2017. This session takes place on 2pm-5pm in the Aotea Centre.
53 shortlisted Kiwis line up for Ad Stars
NZ has dozens of entries shortlisted for Ad Stars 2018 creative awards in Busan Korea in a fortnight – but only one Kiwi has been named an executive judge – Saatchi NZ CCO Toby Talbot.
Publicist sets out to disrupt influencer market status quo
The word on the street
Phantom Billstickers National Poetry Day gets underway in just two weeks – on Friday 24 August in cities and towns across New Zealand.
Late deal about to kick in

Just one week left to make the early deadline for Effie 2018 entries. If it’s looking like you’re not going to make it, but you still want to be blessed with the energy of an Effie, you can apply for the late entry deadline.