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Mocka eyes first physical store in New Zealand despite Ikea's arrival

The company's first standalone store is targeted to open in the second half of FY26.

Sea World crash inquest hears of five near misses before fatal collision

The inquest will test if earlier warnings might have averted the tragedy.

End of golden run? Tropical air mass to bring hot nights for north, wild weather for south

Christchurch will swelter on 30C midweek while Auckland temps stay in high teens at night.

Aussie rocker dies after wife’s diagnosis

Lees played bass on Moving Pictures’ 1982 hit ‘What About Me’.

'National treasure': $50m plan to revive Waiwera hot pools unveiled

Developers aim to reopen the now-levelled 1.6ha site by late 2027.

Trump plans to 'permanently pause migration from all Third World countries'

Decree comes after an Afghan national allegedly shot two National Guard soldiers.

Trump announces death of National Guard troop shot near White House

Donald Trump said he was told of Beckstrom's death before a Thanksgiving call to troops.

US National Guard member dies after Washington shooting

One of the two national guard members shot on wednesday is dead, US president Donald Trump says. Video / AFP

US National Guard member dies after Washington shooting

Update on the deadly fire In Hong Kong killing at least 83

NZ Herald Headlines | Friday November 28, 2025

Hong Kong fire: Firefighters still at work on smoking towers

Hong Kong fire: Firefighters still at work on smoking towers

More than 24 hours after the blaze began, the giant fire at the Wang Fuk Court housing complex has been extinguished in four of the seven towers.

In seven minutes, Liverpool FC’s triumph turned to terror

Paul Doyle admitted guilt moments before his Liverpool parade trial began.

Why do astronauts keep getting stuck in space?

American, Russian and Chinese astronauts have faced the same problem.

How Jakarta shot to the top in world population ranking

New York Times: Jakarta is estimated to have 42 million inhabitants, the UN says.

Helping locals this Christmas

Bringing food, support and festive-season kindness to the community.

Mortgage-free in six short years

How one Kiwi couple hit freedom fast – without missing life’s fun.

Voluntary administration: A lifeline, not a last resort for struggling businesses

VA offers breathing space and a path forward with expert guidance.

Reduce reno waste to save money

Planning and preparation are everything.