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New Cook Strait Ferries Named After Explorers

New Zealand’s two new state-owned ferries were named Kupe and Cook, Minister for Rail Winston Peters announced in a speech...

Ninety Kākāpō to be vaccinated against Bird Flu

New Zealand’s Department of Conservation (DOC) began vaccinating around ninety kākāpō, along with other rare native birds, after a seabird...

Study explores why Cats lick each other

A new study suggests that when cats lick each other, it may not always be a friendly act. Researcher Morgane...

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What special phrase inspired the celebration of Star Wars Day?

Star Wars Day is celebrated on May 4th because it sounds like 'May the Force be with you!'

Find out more: Star Wars Fans Celebrate May Fourth

What is the length of the newly discovered coral colony?

The coral colony discovered by Sophie and Jan is about 111 meters long, which is similar to a Premier League football pitch!

Find out more: Mum and Daughter discover record coral colony

What is one way to practice happiness?

One fun way to practice happiness is by playing games!

Find out more: Happiness Grows When You Practise It

Find out more: New Cook Strait Ferries Named After Explorers

What is the wingspan of the Antonov AN-124?

The Antonov AN-124 has a wingspan of 73.3 meters, about the length of two Olympic swimming pools side by side!

Find out more: World’s Biggest Cargo Plane Lands in Auckland

What famous song did Shakira perform for the 2010 World Cup?

Shakira performed the hit song 'Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)' for the 2010 World Cup.

Find out more: Shakira returns with a World Cup Anthem

Why are people in Auckland buying petrol containers quickly?

People are worried that fuel prices will keep rising, so they want to buy petrol before it gets more expensive.

Find out more: Petrol price rise – Kiwis react

What was the highest temperature recorded in the UK during the hottest June day?

The highest temperature was 36.9°C in Wattisham, Suffolk!

Find out more: UK Records hottest June Day

How much money is the Government spending to improve education?

$131 million is being spent to improve reading, writing, and maths in schools!

Find out more: $131M improvement to education announced

What unusual ingredient did ancient Romans use for medicine?

Ancient Romans may have used human poo to treat infections!

Find out more: Ancient Romans used Poo as Medicine

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How far did the Artemis II spacecraft travel around the Moon?

The Artemis II spacecraft traveled a whopping 694,481 miles around the Moon!

Find out more: Artemis Comes Home

What special anniversary does this year mark for Anzac Day?

This year marks 110 years since New Zealand troops arrived on the Western Front in WWI!

Find out more: NZDF marks Anzac Day around New Zealand

How far has Jono already swum on his journey?

Jono has swum more than 545 kilometres on his journey!

Find out more: Jono Swims the North Island Coast

Did you know how many tries Fehi Fineanganofo scored this season?

Fehi Fineanganofo scored 17 tries this season, setting a record!

Find out more: New All Blacks squad announced

What did scientists discover about the ancient giant shark fossils?

Scientists found a new species of giant shark that lived 115 million years ago!

Find out more: Giant Shark fossils surprise scientists

How much money can eligible Olympic athletes receive from the new grant?

Eligible Olympic athletes can receive US$10,000, which is about NZ$17,000!

Find out more: Olympic Athletes to receive new grants

What was the highest temperature recorded in the UK during the hottest June day?

The highest temperature was 36.9°C in Wattisham, Suffolk!

Find out more: UK Records hottest June Day

What surprising thing happened to Hamish Elliott during the race?

Hamish Elliott fell out of his kayak into the river but still won the race!

Find out more: Elliott Wins Coast to Coast

How old is Fancy, the oldest living horse?

Fancy is 37 years and 329 days old!

Find out more: Oldest Living Horse named

What was special about Claudia Bunge's goal in the match?

Claudia Bunge scored her second international goal during the game!

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