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Ikea to hire 500 staff for NZ launch, 100 more than planned
Employees get five weeks paid leave as well as a 15% discount at the store.

Tears as private ambulance operators found guilty of forgery; altering documents
Private ambulance operators say they injected drugs into fruit as training exercises.

Major supermarket apologises for humiliating woman with false shoplifting claim
The supermarket said its staff caused her public embarrassment and distress.

'It's got everything': The narrative leading to Kiwi's UFC title shot
Kara-France joined the UFC in 2018 when the flyweight division was in a state of flux.

AI could add $3.4b to NZ economy – if we can address areas where we lag
New Zealand is behind in some areas, such as AI uptake and skills.

Claims of Israel-Iran ceasefire and fewer business loans for Reserve Bank | NZ Herald News Update
Conflicting claims from the White House and Iran over a ceasefire, and the Reserve Bank is lending less to businesses than it recorded 5 years ago. Video / NZ Herald, AFP

Cristean Monreal: If we keep sprawling to Hamilton, what happens to the heart of Auckland?
OPINION: Auckland's $5b City Rail Link is lighting the way for urban intensification.

Napier Port rejects union claim it is 'selectively suspending' workers
'Disruptive' industrial action under way as higher pay sought for about 185 port workers.

'It's got the history': Ex-speedway promoter's concerns over future of Western Springs
The council is currently mulling over three proposals for the venue.

Property Insider: Foodstuffs' $380m expansion with new Pak'nSave sites in the works
The biggest is a new application for a $100m Pak'nSave on reclaimed land in Takapuna.

Serial sex offender's 4.5 year prison sentence 'manifestly excessive', court told
The prosecutor said Fairgray's offending was “calculated and careful”.

L’Oréal Groupe ANZ CEO Alex Davison talks about its new distribution centre
Alex Davison, CEO of L’Oréal Groupe in ANZ, talks with Tom Raynel about L’Oréal's new distribution centre opening later this year. Video / Tom Raynel

Fletcher Building flags massive $575m to $781m hit to 2025's result
'Significant items are chunky' said one institutional investor of today's announcement.

The most concerning aspect of the Warriors' surprise Penrith defeat
Saturday was another reminder of the void that injured co-captain Mitch Barnett leaves.

Police suspect foul play in seven-year mystery of missing woman
Police now believe Leonie was likely a victim of foul play, urging public help.

Brief winter respite to be swept away by heavy rain, severe gales
Heavy rain watches are being issued.

'Intolerable': Delays for quake-prone fire station rebuild sparks union ire
'We have been very patient, but our patience is at an end,' says firefighter.

Wellingtonians now pay far than most Kiwis for insurance
The capital is facing heftier price rises on already higher insurance premiums.

Supermarkets admit breaching Fair Trading Act with misleading prices, face millions in fines
The maximum penalty for each charge is $600,000.

Tech Insider: Australia's U16 social media ban passes key test – but NZ watchdog remains sceptical
Netsafe's CEO has criticised the under-16 ban as a 'bureaucratic fever dream'.

NZ urged to push for UN reform amid Iran-Israel tensions
Trump has warned Iran of greater future attacks if they don't make peace.

The family campground split by a 100km/h highway
Motutere Holiday Park is a prime spot for camping, watersports and heavy traffic.

'Over the moon': Taplin's first win with father watching
Jack Taplin rode his first winner aboard Pacifico at Tauranga on Saturday.

School lockdown after clash between family groups in South Auckland
The Papatoetoe school wrote about the incident on social media, saying police attended.

How NZ exporters can seize the moment amid US-China trade disruptions
Peloris says US-China trade friction could open doors for NZ fresh food exporters.

16 goals, six days and the damage to a 20-year legacy at Fifa Club World Cup
Auckland City have been a symbol of excellence in New Zealand for nearly two decades.

Lost their way: Auckland Grammar fall to Sacred Heart in tough contest
Christchurch Boys' High won a thrilling match against St Thomas 61-40.

Dinosaur nights break records as Auckland Zoo opens after dark
Dinosaur Nights and Lights runs at Auckland Zoo until July 13, 5pm-8.30pm.

'Not Kiwi, nor Christian': Police Minister condemns Destiny Church's 'vile rhetoric' at protest
The groups targeted say action is needed as unrest rises to levels seen before March 15.