2026 Beacon Awards winners announced
The 2026 Beacon Awards in association with QMS recognised the campaigns, organisations and individuals behind some of the year's strongest media work across Aotearoa.
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Effie Awards Aotearoa 2026 entries open
Entries are now open for the 2026 Effie Awards Aotearoa. Marking 25 years, the programme introduces a new Effective Advertiser of the Year award.
Cannes Lions 2026 Streaming Pass available
For most people across Aotearoa, attending Cannes Lions in person isn’t realistic every year.
Six New Zealanders on the Cannes Lions 2026 jury
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.
Aotearoa campaign wins Global Grand Effie
A campaign first recognised at Effie Awards Aotearoa has now been awarded at the highest global level.