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The Monkeys was acquired by Accenture (May 2017) and rebranded to Droga5 (Dec 2024)— see Droga5 for current status.— See the full lineage →

The Monkeys

Creative Advertising AgencyAgency

Culturally driven, award-winning creative work spanning brand strategy, integrated campaigns, and content — now continued under the Droga5 brand within Accenture Song's global network.

Last updated Oct 24, 2026 by ATDb automated enrichment · Connections updated Oct 26, 2026

Founded
2006
HQ
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Connections
9

AI-drafted from public sources11 sources cited

At a glance

Employees
51-200
1integrations5competitors1acquisitions

About

Formerly Australia's most-awarded independent creative agency; rebranded as Droga5 under Accenture Song in December 2024.

The Monkeys was a Sydney-based independent creative agency founded in 2006, widely regarded as one of Australia's most celebrated and awarded creative shops. The agency built its reputation on bold, culturally resonant advertising campaigns for major Australian and global brands, earning consistent recognition at local and international award shows including Cannes Lions. Its creative output spanned brand strategy, integrated campaigns, digital content, and film production, making it a significant force in the Australian advertising and marketing landscape. In 2017, The Monkeys was acquired by Accenture Interactive (later rebranded as Accenture Song), marking a landmark moment in the Australian advertising industry as one of the most prominent indie agency acquisitions of that era. Under Accenture Song's ownership, The Monkeys continued to operate as a distinct creative brand, retaining its identity and leadership while benefiting from the broader capabilities of its global parent. The agency was a key creative hub within Accenture Song's Asia-Pacific operations. On 1 December 2024, The Monkeys brand was retired when it was officially rebranded as Droga5, aligning it with Accenture Song's globally unified creative agency brand. Mark Green, who had led The Monkeys, was appointed Global CEO of Droga5, underscoring the significance of the Australian agency's talent and leadership within the broader network. The Monkeys' legacy lives on through the Droga5 brand, which now operates from Sydney as part of Accenture Song's global creative network.

Business model

Agency

Target market

Enterprise

What they offer

  • Integrated Creative Campaigns

    Full-service creative development spanning TV, digital, outdoor, and social media for major brand clients.

  • Brand Strategy

    Strategic brand positioning and identity development for Australian and global clients.

  • Content & Film Production

    Production of branded content and film for advertising and marketing purposes.

Key features

Award-winning creative output recognised at Cannes Lions and other major industry showsIntegrated campaign capability across all major channelsStrong cultural insight and storytelling rooted in the Australian marketLeadership talent elevated to global roles within Accenture Song

Use cases

Brand-building campaigns for large Australian and multinational advertisersIntegrated marketing communications across broadcast, digital, and socialCultural and purpose-driven brand strategy

Customer segments

Large Australian corporatesMultinational brands operating in AustraliaGovernment and public sector clients

Tech & specs

API

No

Corporate history
  1. 2006 · Founded
  2. 2017Acquired by Accenture
  3. 2024Became Droga5
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