SPG TV

27/06/2024

Happy Matariki, friends and whanau!

09/05/2024

This is the second video about illegal dumping for the Beautification Trust. some very helpful info in here.

09/05/2024

The Beautification Trust in Manurewa does amazing mahi raising awareness about environmental issues, including illegal dumping. I was stoked to be asked to produce a couple of videos outlining their project and was very impressed at how the next generation of Rangitahi are responding to the challenge!

30/04/2024

A couple of months ago, I made a video to support Starship's Big Bake Off, a seriously tasty challenge to raise funds for sick kids at Starship Hospital. Have a look here, and please enter the challenge to help kids like Pippa. It's the best excuse you'll ever get to bake!
https://starshipbigbakeoff.org.nz/about

25/11/2023

Yikes, less than a month until Christmas! I read this article on Stuff.co.nz
https://lnkd.in/gZR_jX4y
and just wanted to brag that I was the person who created the Chrisco lady all those years ago! Many of you may not be aware that in addition to offering TV production, I'm also a creative with many years experience in all forms of TV advertising and I'd love the opportunity to help you promote your business. I can even make you an ad or video before Christmas if you like! Hit me up ...

25/09/2023

Renovating your bathroom or kitchen can be scary, but Plumbing World Helps gives you tips, insight and expert advice for every step of your reno journey. Here’s an ad I produced for the talented team at Charm Group, working with some of my favourite crew and the very helpful Amy and Stu. Enjoy! And be sure to check out pwhelps.co.nz

27/07/2023

Yesterday was World Head and Neck Cancer Day, so I joined the Team at Auckland Hospital to raise awareness of the different types of head and neck cancer. Here's a brief video explaining the signs and symptoms and what you can do if you experience any of these.

For me, I had a persistent tongue ulcer in 2018, which turned out to be cancer. I had extensive surgery to remove a third of my tongue, followed by 6 weeks of radiotherapy. I'm five years cancer free, but unfortunately people are still being diagnosed every week.

Please be vigilant about your health, people!

05/04/2023

Last month, I had the privilege of working with HarperCollins Publishers to create a video promoting Hayley Holt's memoir, Second Chances. It's a compelling read and touches on some very sensitive issues that will resonate with many of you.

It was a pleasure to meet Hayley and her son Raven and I applaud her for embracing and sharing her vulnerability. Buy the book!

https://www.harpercollins.co.nz/9781775542261/second-chances/?fbclid=IwAR2NV5IkvzQJL0bWammExE5nF4k2Lh8ae5KvOqZsrDTohRliGkQUlSeu_rY

23/09/2022

United Fresh has over 30 years' experience supporting and promoting the fresh produce industry, working with the entire value chain, from seed producer and grower to consumer, providing leadership on pan‑produce issues. This video gives an overview of what they do.

22/09/2022

Bidfood is New Zealand's market leading Foodservice supplier, offering an impressive range of products and services to simplify business for their customers.

18/09/2022

I had an absolute blast working with the talented team from Charm to create this Totally awesome new campaign for Plumbing World.

18/09/2022

Those talented kid scientists have been at it again, proving that Chanui biscuits are still the best-tasting biscuits in New Zealand!

24/03/2022

I love my job!

15/10/2021

During lockdown, I've been lucky to work with the wonderful people at Penguin Random House to create a promo video for Kia Kaha, a beautiful book celebrating Amazing Maori who have achieved incredible things. A great Christmas gift idea for all young readers.

06/10/2021

Well, with the important Covid announcement on Monday, I completely forgot to say happy 21st birthday to SPG! I hope to celebrate with you in person as soon as possible. Take care, lovely people. 🍾🥂

06/10/2021

Well, I hope everyone in Auckland is surviving at level 3, step 1. I've attached a handy guide for those who are confused about what the new freedoms entail.

24/08/2021

Have you been productive during lockdown? Maybe it's time to wash your car? And dry it with the amazing Perfect Plus Big Sucker large microfibre towel. Could be a handy gift idea for Father's Day ...

24/08/2021

Before lockdown, I was lucky enough to film this heartwarming video for Make-A-Wish in collaboration with The Breakers. Thanks to my crew, Kent Belcher and Peter Kraan.

https://www.facebook.com/nzbreakers/videos/362860552129328

16/08/2021

Two years after creating the first campaign for Paerata Rise, there's been a lot of progress, including a new school and playground and hundreds of happy residents. Here's the latest TV commercial I produced with my amazing crew Mark Lapwood, Paul Eversden, Barnaby Sweet and Ainsley Calderwood.

29/07/2021

For we sat down with The Poynton residents Rob and Ray. The pair met at a cricket tournament in Christchurch, and little did they know they’d wind up at the same retirement village 50 years later.
Watch the video below to find out what keeps Rob and Ray busy, and why The Poynton was the right place for them. You’ll get to meet Teddy too! 🐶

https://www.facebook.com/Metlifecare/videos/261415842341195

29/07/2021

"The Four Amigos" also known as Alice, Janice, Joyce & Margaret 🥰 lovely residents at Metlifecare Crestwood share their story of friendship and why they decided to join the Crestwood Community. Thank you for sharing your story ladies ❤

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o82rasuNBrI

Celebrating friendships in Metlifecare Villages

27/07/2021

One of the least fun parts of the Head and Neck Cancer journey is major surgery, but we're extremely fortunate to be cared for by a team of incredible medical professionals. One of the Specialists who performed my tongue surgery was Dr John Chaplin. I caught up with him recently to get his perspective on Head and Neck Cancer.

25/05/2021

Need Plumbing supplies? Look no further than Plumbing World!

10/05/2021

17/04/2021

Wow, this was one of the first ads I made when I worked at Digital Masters 25 years ago! Talk about value for money ...

https://www.stuff.co.nz/entertainment/tv-radio/300277890/cracked-it-tvnzs-longest-running-advert-is-off-the-air

TVNZ’s longest running ad has been a mainstay on both television and radio since it first aired back in 1996.

25/11/2020

I'm feeling extremely humbled at the moment. On Saturday I met a wonderful Uber Driver on my way back from dinner with friends in the city. We talked about his accounting business and his pet puppy Bruno. I emailed him my details and he did a background search on me and found my cancer story on Stuff. He lost his mother to cancer a few years ago. I shared the link to our Givealittle page and he's made a generous donation, bless him! If anyone needs a Chartered Accountant, hit me up for his details ...
I feel for the new members of our group, who are going through the trauma of diagnosis and treatment. The purpose of this charity is to give others the help we wish we'd had. I was very lucky that I had trauma insurance, otherwise things would have been very different and much, much harder to cope with.
Many patients have to travel to Auckland Hospital for radiotherapy every day for 6 weeks, and even paying for petrol is a big expense that may be too much for some people. If every one of my 456 friends gave $10, we would reach our target of $5,000 in no time. If every one of my friends shared this post with their friends, we'd be able to do even more. I know how incredibly blessed I am to have such a wonderful group of friends and if you do have the inclination to give a little, our group would be enormously grateful. Thanks for reading! xx
https://givealittle.co.nz/.../head-and-neck-cancer...

As a new charity we would love your to help so we can assist head and neck cancer patients.

01/11/2020

I'm so pleased that Millennium Hotels are back open for business. They've come up with an amazing offer for a two day special at four of their popular hotels. Book that holiday, people!

09/10/2020

A bit of background on Super Producer Girl ...

OPINION: A seemingly innocent ulcer resulted in a 10-hour surgery, radiotherapy, loss of taste and a six-month liquid diet. Not so fun for a true foodie.

30/09/2020

Have a look around this fabulous resort-like retirement village just a street back from Mt Maunganui beach and close to local shops and cafes.