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Kiwi Kids Quiz – 23rd October 2026

Giant South African Train May Set World Record

A freight train in South Africa may have broken a world record after pulling 696 wagons in one go on...

Albanian Woman, 117, May Be World’s Oldest

A 117-year-old woman from a small village in Albania may be the oldest woman in the world. Qamile Marra was...

All Blacks Captain Ardie Savea joins Blues

All Blacks captain Ardie Savea has signed with the Auckland Blues for next year’s Super Rugby Pacific season, in a...

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How long was Dawa Sherpa missing on Mount Everest?

Dawa Sherpa was missing for six days before being found alive!

Find out more: Sherpa found alive on Everest after 6 days

What historic achievement did Auckland FC accomplish in the A-League?

Auckland FC won the A-League championship in just their second season!

Find out more: Auckland FC win A-League

Who was the first woman to lead the Kīngitanga movement in New Zealand?

Dame Te Atairangikaahu was the first woman to lead the Kīngitanga movement, uniting Māori tribes for 40 years!

Find out more: Women who changed Aotearoa

What colors are seen in the aurora australis?

The aurora australis lights up the sky with beautiful purple and green colors!

Find out more: Southern Lights Shine Bright

How tall are the robots helping with baggage at Haneda airport?

The robots stand 130 centimeters tall, which is about the height of a small child!

Find out more: Robots join airport baggage team

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What special machine helped Coronet Peak open early this season?

A new $2 million snow-making machine helped Coronet Peak open weeks earlier than usual!

Find out more: Snow-making machine allows Coronet Peak to open

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How high did the planes fly over the stadium during the rugby match?

The planes flew about 12.5 to 14 meters above the stadium, which is as tall as a four-storey building!

Find out more: Low Planes Spark Stadium Safety Review

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Which famous F1 champion is excited to race in Wellington?

Four-time Formula 1 champion Sebastian Vettel is excited to race in Wellington!

Find out more: F1 Stars Racing to Wellington in 2027

How many people signed petitions asking for a fireworks ban?

More than 93,000 people signed petitions asking for a fireworks ban!

Find out more: Government Says No to Fireworks Ban

Why are airfares rising in New Zealand right now?

Airfares are rising because jet fuel prices have gone up due to the war in the Middle East.

Find out more: Airfares rise amid Fuel Costs

How much guacamole did the people of Tancítaro make?

They made nearly 15,000 pounds of guacamole in one giant bowl!

Find out more: Mexico smashes record for World’s Biggest Guacamole

What age group is the New Zealand Government's new bill aimed at?

The bill aims to stop children under 16 from using social media apps!

Find out more: Govt plans to ban Social Media for Under-16s

How old is Fancy, the oldest living horse?

Fancy is 37 years and 329 days old!

Find out more: Oldest Living Horse named

Did you know who the new coach of England's Test cricket team is?

Stephen Fleming, a former New Zealand captain, is the new coach!

Find out more: Fleming takes England Cricket Role

Which WNBA team drafted Charlisse Leger-Walker?

Charlisse Leger-Walker became the youngest player to play for New Zealand’s senior women’s team when she was just 16 years old.

Find out more: Leger-Walker makes Basketball History

What major event happened to Prime Minister Christopher Luxon recently?

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon survived a leadership challenge from MP Chris Penk!

Find out more: Christopher Luxon survives Leadership Challenge

What makes the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola different from other strains?

The Bundibugyo strain is harder to contain because there are no approved vaccines or treatments for it.

Find out more: Ebola outbreak declared a Global Emergency

Vocabulary

collectible An item that people like to collect. Ooshies are collectible figures from Disney movies.

craze A popular activity or trend that many people enjoy. The Ooshies craze is exciting for kids everywhere!

economy The way people trade or sell things. The Ooshies trading economy helps kids swap their figures.

Find the words in the article:Ooshies craze spreads across Aotearoa

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