AUCKLAND, Today: WPP has named Cindy Rose as its new CEO, effective 1 September 2025. She’ll take over from Mark Read, who’s stepping down and will support the transition through to the end of the year.
The Life of Chuck double passes up for grabs
AUCKLAND, Today: We’re excited to bring The Life of Chuck to NZ cinemas from July 31 — a moving, mind-bending drama based on Stephen King’s novella, starring Tom Hiddleston in the title role.
Arrivals & Departures: Kelly Rosnell-Shand ready to push boundaries at Spark NZ
AUCKLAND, Today: Spark Foundry NZ has promoted Kelly Rosnell-Shand to General Manager Client Service, backing her to help steer the agency’s continued growth and dial up its client experience game.
Dunedin keeps it real on city living costs
AUCKLAND, Today: Dunedin’s cheeky charm is back for round two. After the first Dunedin Works Better campaign struck a chord, Enterprise Dunedin has relaunched it — with another jab at big city chaos.
ABEL and Cannabis Clinic tackle medicinal cannabis stigma head-on
AUCKLAND, Today: Medicinal cannabis is now legal, accessible and professionally prescribed — but old attitudes haven’t caught up. Two-thirds of Kiwis still believe there’s a stigma around getting treatment, according to research by One Plus One.
AI, automation and optimism on the rise

AUCKLAND, Today: Australian marketers are feeling upbeat again, with 71% saying they’re optimistic about the year ahead. That’s a 15% jump in confidence, bouncing back from 2024’s dip to 56%.
Whittaker’s peels back the nostalgia

AUCKLAND, Today: Whittaker’s is going bananas — literally — with the launch of its limited-edition Banana Caramel 250g block, hitting shelves mid-July and wrapped in its signature Creamy Milk chocolate.
Cat-flavoured chaos: Muzza’s pies go viral
AUCKLAND, Today: In a city flooded with pie shops, Mt Albert’s Muzza’s Pies has managed to stand out — with a pastry made just for dogs. And it’s causing a stir worldwide.
Jurassic roar powers NZ’s biggest box office weekend

AUCKLAND, Today: Movie lovers packed cinemas across the country last weekend, making it the biggest box office result since June last year, according to Val Morgan Cinema.
BLACKCAPS tour Zimbabwe – catch it free

AUCKLAND, Today: Kiwi cricket fans are in for a treat this July and August with live, free coverage of the BLACKCAPS’ Zimbabwe tour, streaming exclusively on ThreeNow.