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What ancient tools did Māori navigators use to find New Zealand?

Māori navigators used stars, ocean currents, and winds to guide their waka hourua canoes across the Pacific Ocean.

Find out more: How migration has changed New Zealand

What is one fun way to help you save money?

You can use the 24-hour rule to think before buying something!

Find out more: How to Save: Tricks that actually work

What special week celebrates the Māori language in New Zealand?

Te Wiki o te Reo Māori, or Māori Language Week, celebrates the Māori language each year!

Find out more: Māori Language Week Draws to a Close

What exciting event is happening in New Zealand this week?

New Zealand is hosting the first-ever Oceania Senior Women’s Handball Championship with seven nations participating!

Find out more: New Zealand hosts first Oceania Handball Championship

How many athletes are featured in the new Weet-Bix Stat Attack cards?

The Weet-Bix Stat Attack cards feature 26 athletes from New Zealand!

Find out more: Weet-Bix celebrates New Zealand sports stars

What was the reason for canceling the National Dog Show?

The National Dog Show was canceled due to concerns about the stadium's ground surface.

Find out more: National Dog Show Cancelled Over Ground Fears

What caused a major road delay?

A truck carrying about 1 million bees crashed near Knoxville and caused a major road delay.

Find out more: Million Bees cause Highway chaos

What special moment did LeBron and Bronny achieve in the NBA?

LeBron James made history by assisting his son Bronny in a game, marking the first father-son assist in NBA history!

Find out more: LeBron Sets NBA First

What special feature does the Dunedin Kmart have for quiet shopping?

Dunedin Kmart has quiet shopping hours every Wednesday to help autistic people and others who find busy stores overwhelming.

Find out more: Dunedin Kmart Adds Quiet Shopping Hour

What cool new food could be made with a 3D printer?

Experts say we might eat 3D printed chocolate and even mashed potatoes!

Find out more: 3D printed chocolate bar made

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What special competition did Backpack the bear win?

Backpack won Fat Bear Week, an online contest celebrating the biggest bears!

Find out more: Chubby Bear Backpack wins Fat Bear Week

How long were ships unable to cross the Strait of Hormuz?

Ships were unable to cross the Strait of Hormuz for 110 days before the agreement.

Find out more: Ships return to Hormuz Strait

What can penguin poo tell scientists about climate change?

Penguin poo can show what they eat and how climate change affects them!

Find out more: Penguin Poo reveals climate clues

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

What is the name of the new apple variety launched in Vietnam?

The new apple variety is called Joli, and it's from New Zealand!

Find out more: Kiwi-Grown Apple Makes World Debut in Vietnam

What historic milestone did the Wellington Phoenix achieve this season?

The Wellington Phoenix reached the playoffs for the first time ever!

Find out more: Wellington Phoenix lose Grand Final

What makes the F-35A Lightning II jets special?

The F-35A Lightning II jets are called 'fifth-generation' fighters because they are some of the most advanced planes in the world, designed to be hard to spot on radar!

Find out more: Stealth Fighter Jets land at NZ Airbase

How many times has Finland been named the happiest country?

Finland has been named the happiest country in the world for a record nine times!

Find out more: Finland Tops Happiness List

How many tries did Ayesha Leti-I'iga score in the match?

Ayesha Leti-I'iga scored two tries for the Black Ferns!

Find out more: Black Ferns sweep Pacific Four

What unique feature did the 2026 Winter Olympics have at its opening ceremony?

The opening ceremony featured two Olympic cauldrons, one in Milan and another in Cortina!

Find out more: Winter Olympics Officially Open in Italy

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