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Kiwi Kids Quiz – 16th October 2026
Kia ora koutou — welcome to the Kiwi Kids News Weekly Quiz! Have a go and see how much you...
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Switzerland’s Glaciers melting at Record Pace
Switzerland’s famous mountain glaciers have been melting at a near-record pace this year, with scientists warning the ice is disappearing...
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New Zealand Apple Bred to beat the heat
A New Zealand company has launched a new family of apples specially bred to grow well in hot weather, as...
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Kiribati claims First-Ever Football title
The Pacific nation of Kiribati has won its first-ever football title, beating Seaqaqa FC 6-1 in the final of Fiji’s...
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October 16, 2026
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October 14, 2026
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Kiwi Kids Quiz – 16th October 2026
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Switzerland’s Glaciers melting at Record Pace
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October 14, 2026
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Chubby Bear Backpack wins Fat Bear Week
October 13, 2026
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Warriors’ Season Ends With Loss To Knights
What tasty treat was spotted with King Charles III?
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King Charles III was seen with RJ's black licorice in his car!
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King spotted with Kiwi Snack
What is a fun way to learn about news stories?
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You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!
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Kiwi Kids Quiz – Term 2 Super Quiz 2026
How many books are ready to borrow at the new Wellington Library?
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The new Wellington Library has around 250,000 books ready for borrowing!
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Wellington Library reopens
What special competition did Backpack the bear win?
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Backpack won Fat Bear Week, an online contest celebrating the biggest bears!
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Chubby Bear Backpack wins Fat Bear Week
What new law is being introduced for rockpools in Auckland?
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Starting November 1, it's illegal to take most sea creatures from rockpools in Auckland and the Coromandel!
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New Rules to protect rockpools
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Excitement builds for AIMS Games 2026
What can help your brain think more creatively?
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When you feel calm and happy, your brain can think more clearly and creatively.
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Finding Happiness
What is the theme of Samoan Language Week this year?
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This year's theme is based on a Samoan proverb about blessings from mountains.
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Samoan Language Week begins
How much tax did King Charles pay in 2024-25?
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King Charles paid £12.9 million in taxes during the 2024-25 year!
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King shares Tax and Palace plans
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What happened during the Chernobyl disaster in 1986?
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The Chernobyl disaster was the world's worst nuclear accident, spreading radioactive material across Europe.
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Ukraine marks 40th anniversary of Chernobyl Disaster
What is special about the photographs taken by the Artemis II crew?
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The Artemis II crew took amazing photos of Earth and the Moon, showing places never seen by humans before!
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Artemis Crew Near Moon
How tall are the robots helping with baggage at Haneda airport?
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The robots stand 130 centimeters tall, which is about the height of a small child!
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Robots join airport baggage team
What was the score of the match between Tottenham and Auckland FC?
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Tottenham Hotspur won the match 2-0 against Auckland FC!
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Tottenham Beat Auckland FC in Friendly
What year was Kemp House built?
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Kemp House was built between 1821 and 1822, making it 204 years old!
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Oldest house in NZ gets a new roof
How long do you now have to use a gift card in New Zealand?
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You now have at least three years to use gift cards in New Zealand!
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Gift Card rules change
What special award has Elijah Just been nominated for?
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Elijah Just has been nominated for the FIFA Goal of the Tournament award!
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Elijah Just nominated for FIFA Goal of the Tournament
What do you think firefighters use to put out big fires?
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Firefighters use special trucks and tools to put out big fires, like the one at Wellington Airport!
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Wellington Airport ablaze
What major problem could affect future Football World Cups?
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Countries disagree with FIFA's plan to sell part of the tournaments to investors.
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Football World Cup future faces big fight
What are the Van Allen belts and why are they important?
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The Van Allen belts are huge rings of radiation that protect Earth from harmful solar wind and cosmic radiation.
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Nasa Probe falls to Earth
Vocabulary
rare
Not common; unusual to find.
Seeing five turtles together is very rare.
endangered
At risk of becoming extinct; very few left.
Leatherback turtles are critically endangered.
marine
Related to the sea or ocean.
Marine animals live in the ocean.
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