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Did You Know?

What cool feature could a car have for long trips?
A new car design includes a toilet that slides out from under a seat!
What was the score of the final match between the Black Ferns and Australia?
The Black Ferns won the match with a score of 22-21!
What special mission is the HMNZS Canterbury on during its visit to Tokelau?
The HMNZS Canterbury is on a mission called Operation Calypso, which helps stop illegal fishing in the Pacific.
Did you know the Wellington Phoenix scored three goals in their last match?
Yes! They scored three goals to win 3-1 against Sydney FC.
How many goals did Kelli Brown score in the match?
Kelli Brown scored three goals, making a hat-trick in the game!
What special eggs were flown from Nelson to Christchurch?
The rare kākāriki karaka eggs were flown to help save the species!
What position did Liam Lawson finish in the Chinese Grand Prix?
Liam Lawson finished in seventh place at the Chinese Grand Prix!
How far did the Artemis II spacecraft travel around the Moon?
The Artemis II spacecraft traveled a whopping 694,481 miles around the Moon!
How do rice seeds know when to sprout?
Rice seeds can hear the sound of rain and grow faster when they do! They sprout about 24% quicker when they hear raindrops.
What exciting moment helped the Highlanders win the game?
Cam Millar kicked a long-range penalty goal in the last minutes to win!

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