Cameron Smith is an Auckland-based journalist and Online Business Editor at the New Zealand Herald.
Cameron Smith joined the Herald in 2015 and has covered business and sports over the past decade. Cameron has been a journalist since 2013, covering sports and business at several of New Zealand’s largest media organisations. He joined the Herald in 2015 working as a regional and homepage digital editor. Having joined the business team in 2017, Cameron has covered a range of topics including retail, finance, economics, employment and small business with a focus on consumer-related stories. You can contact Cameron at cameron.smith@nzme.co.nz.
Little Island pleaded for lifeline before going into liquidation
Plant-based dairy food manufacturer owes almost $2 million.
Back-pocket boost: Households could receive hundreds of dollars in extra disposable income
Consumer confidence continues to tread water – but it's not all bad news for households.
The NZ boardrooms where women buck gender pay gap trend
But the pay advantage comes against a backdrop of significant underrepresentation.
Little Island, plant-based ice cream company that raised millions, in liquidation
The company's most recent capital raise came after it faced a couple of challenging years.
Honey Puffs and Weeties come to an end; crafty pensioner who stockpiled 36 boxes
Sanitarium farewells some iconic cereals that have been produced for up to eight decades.
Thinking of retiring? Nearly one in two Kiwis still working when they turn 65
Data shows we're joining the workforce earlier and continuing to work later in life.
Tens of thousands more Kiwis seeking financial help from KiwiSaver
KiwiSaver hardship withdrawals have spiked to new highs.
Refixing the mortgage? Should you float or fix – and for how long?
Latest Official Cash Rate cut sparks another round of mortgage wars.
The jobs that had the fastest salary growth in the past year
IT dominates fastest-growing salaries - but a surprise role takes top spot.
Kiwi businesses say Trump’s tariffs more 'impactful' than Covid, financial crisis
Nearly 80% of Kiwi exporters have expressed concern in the latest ASB Business Survey.
First-home buyers getting older as affordability remains elusive
First-home buyers are on average up to three years older than they were in 2019.
Warehouse Group appoints new CEO, chair Dame Joan Withers cites year-long interview
The Warehouse Group hires from within after comprehensive search for new CEO.
Kiwi oat milk company lands major Australian supermarket deal
Founder says the expansion across the Tasman is a significant milestone.
‘Hanging on till ’26′: Record 400+ queries as businesses seek restructuring advice
More businesses than ever are seeking help with restructuring amid rising unemployment.
‘This is our forever home’: Customer out $700k as modular home builder collapses
Liquidator says price escalations made a number of projects uneconomic quite quickly.
Property resellers pocket $280k average profit despite market dip
The median profit gain in Auckland for house resales was $356,000.
'Significant cost': Cyber attacks cost Kiwis $1.6b last year
More than half of Kiwis were targeted in the final six months of 2024.
Unemployment remains unchanged at 5.1%
The labour market remains subdued despite better-than-expected result.
Power play: Contact Energy given clearance to acquire Manawa Energy
Contact issued a $1.86 billion scheme to take over Manawa in September 2024.
Nearly 500k people behind on loan payments, mortgage arrears hit eight-year high
The OCR has fallen 200 basis points since August, but home owners are still struggling.
Westpac fined $3.25m for misleading customers
Bank's 'systems were insufficient', says Judge.
‘Tough day’: 120 jobs on the line as Fonterra plans closure of Canpac site
Fonterra plans to close the Hamilton canning and packaging facility in July.
Workplace of the future: How humans and digital colleagues will work together
Businesses face a new reality, says Microsoft boss.
More than half of Kiwis worry about money weekly
The equivalent of just over two million people worry about money either daily or weekly.
'Outside their appetite': Kiwi sex toy company's battle to find an insurer
Girls Get Off rebuffed by 23 insurers over the nature of its business.
Power prices to increase ahead of winter – what you need to know
With winter coming, electricity price rises will add more strain for struggling Kiwis.
Trump’s tariffs: Three possible scenarios facing NZ
A worse-case scenario could see NZ plunged into recession and a return to money printing.
Wellington restaurant with world record for selling 6336 burgers in a day is in liquidation
The company owes $644,192 to Inland Revenue but that is expected to increase.
‘We've literally found no one': The no-experience job a firm can't fill
'We probably spent $25,000 just on Seek ads alone,' says HireStaff director.
‘Historic global economic event’: Willis reassures Kiwis amid Trump tariff turmoil
The Dow heads down, Hong Kong collapses, trillions are wiped off markets.
House prices flat to start 2025 – the regions faring better than others
First-home buyers continue to make up a larger share of the overall market.
Trump's tariff blitz good news for Kiwi motorists as oil prices slump
The price of Brent Crude Oil has dropped more than 11% in the past five days.
Trump announces 10% tariff on NZ goods, China and EU hit even harder
The US President has imposed tariffs on countries around the world.
70 jobs lost as Body Shop NZ goes into liquidation, closes final stores
Body Shop NZ had 16 stores across New Zealand.
Why more than half of Kiwis regret their career choice
New Zealand workers also expect to delay retirement amid cost of living pressures.
Can the Govt force supermarket duopoly de-merger? Competition lawyer explains
Finance Minister Nicola Willis fired warning shots yesterday at Foodstuffs and Woolworths.
'Magic days coming to an end': Govt puts supermarkets on notice in war on high food prices
Grocery sector leaders largely reacted positively to Nicola Willis' announcements.
Govt to consider break-up of supermarket duopoly, wants another big competitor in NZ
Finance Minister stresses the Government was not looking to run a supermarket chain.
‘Truly broken’: Don’t expect Willis to pull rabbit out of the hat as she woos third supermarket
Expert says the Government needs to be realistic about our “truly broken” market.
‘Kids excluded from essential activities’: Parents resort to credit for school costs
'2025 has been challenging for parents,' says budgeting expert.
E-motorbike maker Ubco owes $36m, potential purchaser emerges
The firm went into receivership in January, having raised tens of millions from investors.
Employment confidence slumps to 2020 post-Covid lockdown lows
The good news is the unemployment rate is believed to be nearing its peak for this cycle.
Auckland kids entertainment venue, school care provider in liquidation owing $200K
Party Kingdom closes its doors after eight years.
20-year ruse uncovered as Bangladeshi couple found guilty of immigration and identity fraud
The real name and date of birth of the man behind the decades-long lie remain a mystery.
Home loan wars: Major bank cuts rates again
ASB is making changes to some of its longer-term fixed mortgage rates.
NZ consumer confidence takes a hit as storm clouds gather
Global trade tensions and cost-of-living pressures at home dampen confidence.
School lunch provider in liquidation owes over $14.3m
Libelle Group went into liquidation last week, leaving more than 500 jobs in limbo.
Auckland Airport's duty-free shake-up: Full refurbishment and top global brands
Auckland International Airport's duty-free stores are in for a makeover.
Rocket Lab buys another US firm for US$75m
The deal is Rocket Lab's fifth major acquisition.
More than 500 jobs at risk after Govt-funded school lunch supplier tipped into liquidation
Libelle Group is contracted to deliver approximately 125,000 meals daily.
School lunch programme ‘not at risk’ after provider liquidated, Seymour positive about its future
Libelle Group is contracted to deliver approximately 125,000 meals daily.
Mortgage rates: How low can you expect rates to go?
Home owners are switching to longer-term rates as the bottom of the cycle nears.
Interest rates are falling, so why did mortgage arrears hit an eight-year high?
Mortgage arrears at their highest level since March 2017.
Confidence lifts but consumers 'hardly gung ho'
Consumers feeling more upbeat, but a way to go still.
'Particularly challenging': Michael Hill NZ's revenue drops 7.4%, strategic review under way
The group said conditions in New Zealand remain particularly challenging.
Kiwis 'dust off credit cards' as retail activity rises
Retail trade survey shows activity was higher in the December quarter.
Job market jitters: What’s in store for 2025
Increasing numbers of jobseekers are battling for fewer jobs.
The good and the bad: 2025 will be a ‘year of two halves’ – Kiwibank
By mid-2025 the tide will finally start to turn, say Kiwibank economists.
Bank of Mum and Dad helping 1 in 3 Kiwis into homes
And what a legal expert says parents need to consider before gifting children money.
SolarZero collapse: Liquidators’ first report reveals more than $40 million owed
There are 700 creditors including staff.
‘Challenging picture’: 461,000 borrowers behind on their payments
Payment deficits are expected to track higher yet as Kiwis head into Christmas.
Banks roll out new scam protection tool: How confirmation of payee will work
How it works, what you'll see, and when you'll likely get it.
Hastings beverage manufacturing facility in liquidation owing $2.8m, staff let go
Production has been suspended while a buyer is sought.
Refixing the mortgage? What you need to know to avoid a costly mistake
Mortgage refixing is a calculated game that could save or cost you thousands of dollars.
Housing confidence rises as interest rates continue to fall
Sales activity is rising, but a pronounced upswing in house prices may take time.
The high-paying jobs employers can’t get Kiwis to fill
They offer higher than average salaries. Why are these jobs so hard to find a match for?
A Dunedin flat, porn stars and herpes: Kiwi ad agency on 10 years of shaking up the industry
Motion Sickness is making noise globally for their boundary-pushing campaigns.
Creditors put dairy farm operation into liquidation – ANZ among those owed nearly $600k
The company had been dairy farming since May 2004.
'A nation in debt': The dark reality of taking on Christmas debt
'Debt becomes more like a rent payment that people get so used to paying.'
Auckland beachfront restaurant in liquidation – what went wrong?
Renowned chef Scott Denning puts his Mission Bay restaurant into liquidation.
Auckland car dealership in liquidation after creditor repossesses Jaguars, BMWs
Liquidators say there were two reasons for the company's failure.
Kiwi football fans fume at sport streaming platform over rogue charges
DAZN subscribers are looking for answers after being stung with unexplained charges.
More than 450,000 Kiwis behind on debt repayments as festive season looms
Acute challenges continue to bite, despite falling inflation and interest rates.
NZ versus Australia: Is the grass really greener for Kiwi tradies?
New report compares income, living costs, house prices and employment opportunities.
Premium NZ golf brand retailer in liquidation after two years
A tough year for retailers as another company goes into liquidation.
NZ ranks last for infrastructure delivery in global survey
New Zealand has fallen behind its peers globally when it comes to infrastructure.
Construction slowdown: House building cost inflation still subdued
The annual cost of building a house rose at the second lowest rate since 2013.
Canterbury house builder in liquidation – Kiwibank among creditors owed $1m
Staff terminated after construction projects slow.
Crane numbers drop 11% this year as construction slows
Auckland crane numbers fell to an eight-year low.