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AXIS Awards

The AXIS Awards celebrate creativity and innovation in New Zealand’s advertising industry, recognising work that makes an impact and sets a standard of quality. AXIS highlights achievements across a wide range of disciplines, from strategic thinking to production craft, honouring the ideas and execution that bring campaigns to life.

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Read The Rules

Download the Call For Entry document.
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Fill Out The Form

Download and fill out your declaration form for each campaign you're entering.
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Enter Now

Ready? Head to the entry portal. Early bird deadline ends 27 January.

2025

Winners List

Check out the winners from the 2025 AXIS Awards.

Winning Work

View the winning work from the 2025 AXIS Awards.
View the photos from the 2025 AXIS Awards Show.

2024

Winners List

Check out the winners from the 2024 AXIS Awards.

Winning Work

View the winning work from the 2024 AXIS Awards.
View the photos from the 2024 AXIS Awards Show.

2023

Winners List

Check out the winners from the 2023 AXIS Awards.

Winning Work

View the winning work from the 2023 AXIS Awards.
View the photos from the 2023 AXIS Awards Show.

Creative Council

The Comms Council is proud to introduce Gary Steele, Chief Creative Officer of DDB New Zealand, as the Chairperson for the 2025 AXIS Awards.

With a vision to elevate the AXIS Awards to new heights, Gary has curated a distinguished Creative Council, drawing talent from both leading agencies and production companies across Aotearoa. This team will play a crucial role in shaping the future of the awards, ensuring they continue to honour the best creative work in New Zealand.

The Creative Council members will serve a two-year term, with exciting changes planned for the 2025 event and beyond.

Want to be a judge?

Judging is a critical part of our awards process and we’re inviting nominations from across the industry. If you’d like to be involved, or know someone whose perspective would add value, submit a nomination below.