March 2026 month in media
In March, the Together team highlights key media stories and one standout campaign, covering attention, readership shifts and AI risks.
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Forget AI v analogue – here’s how to crack brand video in 2026
In 2026, standout brand videos will move beyond flashy AI and trends, winning through strategy and storytelling, says Lou Harness.
February 2026 month in media
Every month the Together team highlights five media stories that defined the month. February’s word of the month was momentum.
January 2026 month in media
Together’s January 2026 round-up of media stories highlights how interfaces consumers use to discover brands are changing rapidly.
How to win on LinkedIn
LinkedIn works, as long as you’re not using it like it’s 2022. LinkedIn and social selling specialist Kate Nankivell has tips for success.
Why ‘responsible media’ must unify brand safety, suitability and sustainability
Sarah Vosloo, head of digital performance at Spark Foundry NZ, on why brand safety and sustainable advertising go hand in hand.
December’s month in media
Together’s December 2025 round-up of media stories hints at what media planning needs to prepare for in 2026.
November’s month in media
It’s Together’s monthly round-up of media stories. November 2025 felt like a culmination of several themes that have dominated the year.
Out of home moves from awareness channel to dynamic canvas
Kaitlin Mitchell of MBM explores how digital innovation is transforming out-of-home media into an interactive, responsive storytelling canvas.
The man making Auckland Council comms cut through on social
Council comms are dull… aren’t they? Auckland mayor Wayne Brown’s policy and communications advisor Connor Ayliffe proves otherwise.