Auckland cafe inspired by Jacinda Ardern closes permanently

NZ HeraldStuffTuesday 8 July 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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Kind Cafe and Eatery in Morningside has closed its doors. The business cited excessive rent, rising costs, and economic conditions as the reasons for the closure. The cafe was named after a catchphrase used by former prime minister Dame Jacinda Ardern.

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First reported by NZ Herald, Tue 8 Jul 2025, 7:00pm · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 67 minutes
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    Auckland cafe KIND, favoured by Jacinda Ardern and named for her motto, closes (opens in new tab)

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    Jacinda Ardern inspired cafe in Auckland closing its doors (opens in new tab)