AUCKLAND, Today: Island Gelato Co has partnered with Impact PR for a strategic multi-channel expansion, starting by launching select flavours in Farro supermarkets. Originating from a Waiheke Island kiosk, the company now operates five retail stores and a wholesale arm.
Latest promo agency shaking up the scene

AUCKLAND, Today: After two decades in the print and promo biz, Taryn decided to strike out on her own and launch her promotion marketing agency.
TBWA\Group NZ appoints Simon McCorkindale as Tech Director
AUCKLAND, Today: TBWA\Group New Zealand is pleased to welcome Simon McCorkindale as the new Technical Director for Digital Arts Network (DAN) and TBWA\Group.
Digitas NZ boosts tech with new head appointment
JCDecaux and Haumi mark Pae Ātea’s 2nd anniversary celebrating Māori culture
AUCKLAND, Today: JCDecaux is celebrating two exciting years with Haumi, showcasing Māori art and culture through the Pae Ātea initiative. It’s a dynamic celebration of tradition across New Zealand.
Thrive names Rebecca Churchill Associate Director in New Zealand
AUCKLAND, Today: Thrive PR & Communications Aotearoa has welcomed Rebecca Churchill as their new local agency lead and Associate Director. She’ll use her deep local market understanding to boost Thrive’s integrated communications in New Zealand.
OMD secures triple win with Cannes Young Lions 2024 finalists
AUCKLAND, Friday: OMD New Zealand is super excited to share that the top three teams in the 2024 Young Lions Media competition are all from our agency.
Out of Home industry hits record Q1
AUCKLAND, Friday: The Out of Home Media Association Aotearoa (OOHMAA) just dropped its revenue figures for Q1 2024. With a 9% jump in year-on-year revenue, hitting $41.1m, it’s not just a milestone—it’s a record-breaker for the strongest Q1 ever!
Macca’s spiciest burger ignites taste buds!

AUCKLAND, Today: McDonald’s New Zealand has just dropped its hottest dish yet—the Mighty Hot McSpicy. In this fiery newcomer, DDB Aotearoa and McDonald’s are stirring up heat, sparking a spicy debate: Is it really as hot as they say?
Sex.life’s quickie to 1 million downloads
AUCKLAND, Today: ZM Podcast Network’s hit show, Sex.Life, just hit a huge milestone as NZME’s fastest original podcast to reach 1 million downloads.