Mackenzie Smith
Mackenzie Smith is a "retired" pro-gamer who now resides in Auckland, New Zealand. He is currently studying a Bachelor of Communications at Auckland University of Technology.
Mackenzie Smith: Indonesia’s Pacific neglect highlights NZ media problem
OPINION: Mackenzie Smith reviews two months living in Indonesia as a journalist.
In Indonesia, I expected to broaden my understanding and realisation of Asia and...
Samoan airline deals at centre of Tokelau chopper purchase
By Mackenzie Smith in Auckland
Tokelau’s controversial helicopter buy was part of at least one major Samoan airline deal, along with plans for the establishment...
American Samoa tuna cannery closure prompts fisheries gifts to Tokelau
By Mackenzie Smith in Auckland
After the closure of one of its tuna canneries, American Samoa is looking to recover by giving away tonnes of the fish...
Tokelau suspends two officials following helicopter row review
By Mackenzie Smith in Auckland
Tokelau has suspended two of its public servants in Samoa, after a review into the purchase of two helicopters found...
Academics warn NZME, Fairfax merger would ‘spell disaster’ for NZ media
By Mackenzie Smith in Auckland
Academics have warned a merger of NZME and Fairfax will spell disaster for the media ecosystem at a conference on...
New revelation in Tokelau chopper furore in air transport ‘big picture’
By Mackenzie Smith in Auckland
Tokelau’s purchase of helicopters included plans to travel via remote Swains Island, contradicting earlier reports claiming the aircraft were ill-suited...
‘Heavy handed’ NZ clamps down on Tokelau spending
By Mackenzie Smith
As Tokelau’s ninth government takes shape, the new leader is raising concerns over New Zealand’s treatment of its last remaining Pacific territory.
Ulu-o-Tokelau...
Climate change activists stage singing blockade at NZ oil summit
"I hear the voice of my granddaughter saying climate action now," sing protesters at the main entrance to the SkyCity convention centre. Video: Del...
