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Did You Know?

How many jobs could be affected by Heinz Wattie's plan?
Heinz Wattie's plan could affect about 350 jobs across New Zealand!
What can happen if a dog eats toxic algae?
Eating even a small piece of toxic algae can be very dangerous for dogs and might even kill them!
What did Prime Minister Luxon and Prime Minister Albanese joke about?
They joked about their countries having a bit of cheekiness in their relationship!
Who is the new character in the Gruffalo book?
The new character is Granny Gruffalo, who joins the adventure!
What new rule could lead to a red card at the World Cup?
Players could get a red card for covering their mouths while talking to opponents!
What special aircraft is helping with the evacuation plans?
The New Zealand Air Force is using a Hercules aircraft for possible evacuations.
What color was the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool repainted?
The pool was repainted in a color called 'American flag blue'!
How many fans cheered for the Warriors during their season opener?
More than 24,000 fans cheered for the Warriors at their home game!
Why do you think stolen chips tasted better in the study?
Chips taken from someone else's plate were rated as tastier because of the thrill of stealing them!

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How old was the Major Oak tree when it died?
The Major Oak tree was about 1,200 years old when it died!
What special award did the New Zealand show win in New York?
The animated series 'Bigsies and Littles' won a Gold Tower at the New York Festivals TV and Film Awards!
What is a fun way to learn about news stories?
You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!
What special eggs were flown from Nelson to Christchurch?
The rare kākāriki karaka eggs were flown to help save the species!
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 new name did Apple Maps give Lake Ontario in the US?
Apple Maps changed Lake Ontario's name to Lake America for users in the US!
What is the oldest whale fossil site ever discovered?
The world's oldest whale fossil site is over five million years old and found deep in the Indian Ocean!
How many kākāpō are being vaccinated against bird flu?
Around ninety kākāpō are being vaccinated to protect them from bird flu!
What special challenge did Eliza McCartney face before winning gold?
Eliza McCartney had to overcome years of injuries before her big win!

Vocabulary

  • marine Related to the sea. Marine animals live in the ocean.
  • reserves Protected areas for plants and animals. National parks are reserves for wildlife.
  • harvesting Collecting plants or animals for use. Harvesting fish helps feed people.