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  •   Home > News > National > Christchurch

    A key part of Christchurch's business community has gone into voluntary administration

    A key part of Christchurch's business community has gone into voluntary administration


    Administrators are carrying out an urgent assessment of Smiths City - which was founded in 1918.

    Business Canterbury chief executive Leeann Watson says it's sad news for Christchurch.

    She says these types of announcements have a ripple effect and will not help with business confidence.

    © 2025 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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