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Phantom X HPA

The streets are ever-evolving, as such Hand Painted Advertising (HPA) has emerged as a transformative medium, not just for brands but for landlords seeking to enhance the allure of their…
When times are tough, be like Phil Collins

When times are tough, be like Phil Collins

No, we don’t mean practicing the drums and crooning your pop-soul compositions (unless you really want to). We’re talking about having the vision to reach beyond your original loyal audience.…
Slip, slop, slap up a poster!

Slip, slop, slap up a poster!

Be well covered when the sun comes out. The Kiwi summer calls for some essential components. A summer hat to keep the sun’s rays off your face. A healthy application…
Plastic in politics: The signs are troubling

Plastic in politics: The signs are troubling

We’re going to take a wild stab in the dark and assume you’re aware there’s an election campaign underway. One of the signs is…all the Corflute signage. Politicians, with some…
A Tinkers Cuss

A Tinkers Cuss

It has been a big week. I attended an interview at the US Consulate in Auckland. I am applying for a “Waiver of Ineligibility” to enter the USA. What stops…
Get REAL to get Results

Get REAL to get Results

Is your omnichannel strategy missing the obvious? If you’re in the business of selling tickets or launching products, there’s a proven way to get results: Expose audiences to your creative…
The streets are yours (if you move fast)!

The streets are yours (if you move fast)!

  Everybody should have the opportunity to own the streets. This is your chance to lock in Phantom’s best sites at the very best price, so your brand can absolutely…
Hello darkness my new friend

Hello darkness my new friend

At Phantom, we’ve been thinking hard about our carbon footprint. The climate crisis isn’t going away and, if nothing else, building owners are facing some real risks with insurance premiums.…
The Blue Highways of Roy Montgomery

The Blue Highways of Roy Montgomery 

This is an excerpt from Richard Langston’s new book, Pull Down The Shades published by Hozac Books of Chicago and available on pre-order through Flying Nun.  Christchurch’s Roy Montgomery has…
John Halvorsen

John Halvorsen

In an exclusive interview commissioned by Phantom Billstickers, John Halvorsen talks to Richard Langston. Enjoy.   John Halvorsen founded the Christchurch band, The Gordons, and immediately co-opted fellow musicians Alister…
Some love for property developers (seriously)

Some love for property developers (seriously)

Where would we be without property developers? You can’t deny their entrepreneurial bravery. Seeing the potential in a rundown building or creating a new complex from scratch is a real…
Fear and loathing in Orange County

Fear and loathing in Orange County

“I don’t fear death, but I do fear cremation.” – Geoff Cochrane I’m in Orange County California, the home of overpriced theme parks, good surf, beautiful people and endless summer. Since…
Phantom X HPA img

Phantom X HPA

The streets are ever-evolving, as such Hand Painted Advertising (HPA)…
John Halvorsen

John Halvorsen

In an exclusive interview commissioned by Phantom Billstickers, John Halvorsen…