NZME will cease to publish three magazine titles. File photo
NZME. has announced it will not be renewing its license with Pacific Magazines to produce New Idea, Girlfriend and that's life! magazines, when it expires on 30 September 2015.
Chief Operating Officer, Phil Eustace says NZME will cease to publish the three magazine titles from that date.
"The rights to
publish will revert back to Pacific Magazines from 30 September 2015. Pacific Magazines have indicated that the magazines will continue to be published in New Zealand."
Eustace paid tribute to the team of 25 in the magazine department affected. Consultation with employees has been initiated.
"Everyone has worked tirelessly across sales, marketing subscriptions and editorial to publish quality content. It has been a great partnership and Pacific Magazines have been excellent business partners, which we are very grateful for."
