Tag: New Zealand
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Australia – SharkNinja is sharpening its creative firepower as the company has appointed Howatson+Company as creative agency of record for Australia and New Zealand, tasking the independent shop with supporting the next phase of brand growth across the region. The appointment follows SharkNinja’s transition...
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Australia – MoleMap has appointed independent creative shop Bread Agency as its social media agency partner across Australia and New Zealand, as healthcare brands in the region ramp up digital engagement amid rising consumer attention on preventative care. The partnership follows a competitive review...
The appointment reflects the company’s efforts to support client growth as marketing becomes increasingly shaped by first-party data, addressable media, and AI-powered optimisation.
The campaign introduces a system that places pre-recorded Skinny ads, lasting up to 10 seconds, into phone calls in real time.
Sydney, Australia – International advisory, ventures, and creative firm Meliora has acquired Auckland-based digital consultancy Backchat Media, bringing the boutique agency’s founder, Mel Lee, into the fold as an equity partner. The move comes as Meliora, founded by Clive Dickens in 2025, seeks to cement...
The campaign, called “Lump Lottery,” coincides with Testicular Cancer Awareness Month and seeks to address low rates of self-checking among men in New Zealand.
The partnership is now fully operational and will support the bank across its brand, retail, and business portfolios.
New Zealand – Restaurant Brands Ltd has appointed Bastion Aotearoa as the creative advertising agency for KFC New Zealand, as the quick-service restaurant brand prepares for a significant year of marketing activity. The appointment will see Bastion Aotearoa lead creative strategy and campaign development,...
Known for his collaborative and client-focused approach, he has previously led FCB Media, UM, and Initiative in New Zealand under IPG ownership.
New Zealand – HBO Max will launch as a direct-to-consumer streaming service in Aotearoa New Zealand in mid-2026. The standalone service marks the next step in the platform’s global rollout, following its recent revamp last 2025. The announcement follows successful launches in Australia in 2025, and...
