Smirnoff Crush Corner Store: Havas Red Connects with Gen Z Through Bold Brand Experience
Havas Red partnered with Smirnoff to introduce Smirnoff Crush, a vibrant new ready-to-drink (RTD) beverage. In an increasingly saturated RTD category, the challenge was to spark curiosity, drive sampling, and position Smirnoff Crush as the go-to drink for Gen Z’s summer fun and playful encounters. HAVAS Red is part of the HAVAS PR Network, the […]
TOURISM TASMANIA’S ODD JOBS: TURNING THE OFF SEASON INTO PRIME TIME
The challenge Tasmania’s Off Season—a time when the island embraces winter’s cold with unique, otherworldly experiences—needed a new spark in 2024. With the flagship winter festival, Dark Mofo, on hiatus, Tasmania faced a challenge: how to attract sun-seeking Aussies to a destination even colder than home? Rather than relying on traditional advertising, Tourism Tasmania engaged […]
Crust Pizza: Flipping the Script on National Pizza Day
The Challenge: Cutting Through a Noisy National Pizza Day National Pizza Day is packed with brand noise—everyone’s offering free slices in a bid for attention. But Crust wanted to take a bold, unexpected approach: Skip the tired free pizza promos Generate authentic buzz and brand love Drive site traffic, social engagement and sales Reinforce Crust’s […]
Hendrick’s Gin Most Unusual Balloon Bar
The challenge Following a most unusual year, Hendrick’s Gin wanted to kick off an unusual summer by challenging Sydneysiders to experience the unexpected. HAVAS Red, alongside HAVAS Blvd, activated a 22-meter-high, 18-meter-wide Victoriana inspired hot air balloon that offered Sydneysiders an unforgettable opportunity to escape the conventional and embrace the delectable – having Hendrick’s Gin’s […]
MILKYBAR WHIRL: THE MILKYBAR KID-ULT
The challenge MILKYBAR Whirl, a deliciously creamy MILKYBAR with a swirl of smooth milk chocolate, sought to broaden the brand’s appeal to an older audience with a young-at-heart spirit. Albeit, during a global pandemic. During unpredictable times, our focus groups told us that they yearn for comfort, what is safe and happy, and most people’s […]
BOOKING.COM AVO-CONDO
The challenge Create a PR idea and activation to position Booking.com as the ultimate destination for global travellers looking for unique accommodation offerings. In doing so, showcase the diversity of Booking.com’s accommodation offerings and unique stays, as well as educate and create a sense of urgency to motivate travellers to book in a timely manner. https://youtu.be/zdvL1skRDso?si=guu96I3ZJ1t054DU The solution To create a timely moment for travellers to book unique accommodation on Booking.com, we […]
Allen’s Choc Bites
The challenge The Allen’s team had a lightbulb moment and created the perfect bite sized treat – the new Allen’s Mini Chocolate Bananas and Mini Chocolate Raspberries. Our job was to shout it from the rooftops and drive mass awareness around the new product development. The solution To reignite Aussies’ joy for lollies and prove that everything tastes better with chocolate, we […]
BRINGING THE SNOW TO AUSTRALIA – BOOKING.COM SNOW GLOBE
The challenge The Christmas holiday period is a key time for travel and holiday consideration. As one of the world’s largest travel e-commerce companies, Booking.com wanted to not only be part of the conversation to showcase the variety of holiday and accommodation options it has, but to lead the media agenda and show their expertise […]
CHAMPIONING RESTAURANT PARTNERS – MENULOG RESTAURANT AWARDS
The challenge As Australia’s widest-reaching online food delivery service, Menulog connects more than 3 million customers with over 12,000 local restaurants via menulog.com.au and mobile apps. With such a high volume of restaurants on the platform, the challenge was to show support and promote the success of well-performing restaurants on a local level. We needed […]
Ben & Jerry’s and 4 Pines: A ‘Beer for Good’ Collaboration
The challenge Ben & Jerry’s and 4 Pines Brewing Co. joined forces to create a beer with a purpose. Their mission wasn’t just about great taste—it was about driving real change. The collaboration aimed to raise awareness of the urgent need for clean, affordable, and community-owned energy across Australia. Our challenge was to position both […]