News and updates

The May edition of the First Five Rungs newsletter includes industry updates, upcoming events, career opportunities, and highlights from across the FFR community.

The industry does not lack for conferences. What it often lacks is a room where conventional thinking gets tested rather than confirmed. That was the premise behind Media Spotlight.

For most people across Aotearoa, attending Cannes Lions in person isn’t realistic every year.

The Commercial Communications Council (Comms Council) is pleased to announce that Angela Watson, CEO of Colenso BBDO, has been elected President of the Comms Council Board, replacing Rob Harvey, CEO...

Cannes Lions has released its jury line-up for the 2026 International Festival of Creativity, with six New Zealand representatives selected across this year's Awarding Juries.

A campaign first recognised at Effie Awards Aotearoa has now been awarded at the highest global level.

April’s all about keeping the momentum going, with Quarterly WIP, upcoming talks, and a peek at what’s been happening and inspiring the FFR community lately.

March brings a mix of moments and momentum, from event recaps and new initiatives to opportunities, industry updates, and a look at what’s been inspiring the FFR community lately.

The first edition of the First Five Rungs newsletter, covering the 2026 strategy, upcoming events, industry opportunities, and updates from the FFR community.