Finalists for the 2025 AXIS Awards revealed – Special, FCB and Motion Sickness lead the pack

The Comms Council has announced the finalists for the 2025 AXIS Awards. Special leads the pack with 41 finalists, followed by FCB Aotearoa with 34 and Motion Sickness with 29 finalists.
Colenso BBDO and Saatchi & Saatchi have both scored 26 finalists followed by Droga5 Aotearoa with 24 finalists apiece. Scoring 23 finalists apiece is DDB Group Aotearoa and TBWA\NZ followed by Clemenger UnLtd with 16 finalists and Dentsu Creative with 10 finalists.
The Sweetshop leads the production company finalist tally with 17 finalists.
Representing creativity and innovation across all corners of the industry, this year’s finalists demonstrate the power of ideas brought to life.
With categories ranging from Craft Emerging Talent to Integrated Campaigns, the 2025 AXIS Awards continue to spotlight the best in creative excellence.
Visit the website to purchase tickets for the 2025 AXIS Awards held Thursday 27 March 2025 at the Viaduct Events Centre to celebrate their achievements.