Smith & Caughey's tells staff of planned closure

Smith & Caughey's tells staff of planned closure
Smith & Caughey’s is an Auckland institution. (Image: Sylvie Whinray)
Staff reporters
Smith & Caughey’s will close for good in early 2025, under a proposal presented to its almost 250 staff today.The proposed closure of the 144-year-old business – including its prestigious and historic “Grande Dame” Queen St store – has been caused by a “perfect storm” of factors, say its owners, and marks a sad day for the Auckland and New Zealand retail landscape.Smith & Caughey’s – famous for its upmarket brands, customer service and globally acclaimed Christmas window displays &nd...