IKEA prepares for first New Zealand store opening in Auckland

Wednesday 3 December 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Thu 4 Dec 2025, 6:00am

In this story IKEA, Auckland University of Technology

IKEA is set to open its first New Zealand store in Auckland. Up to 20,000 shoppers are expected on the first day, with officials warning of significant traffic delays and long queues for parking.

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1. RNZWed 3 Dec 2025, 6:28pm

   What you need to know ahead of NZ's first IKEA opening (opens in new tab)

2. The PostThu 4 Dec 2025, 4:00am

   Flatpack pilgrimage: Super-fan’s road trip to Ikea’s first Kiwi store (opens in new tab)

3. 1News via RNZThu 4 Dec 2025, 6:00am

   What you need to know about NZ's first IKEA opening (opens in new tab)