Did You Know?
How many times has the Whangārei bridge lifted for boats since it opened?
The Whangārei bridge has lifted more than 25,000 times for boats!
What is the length of the newly discovered coral colony?
The coral colony discovered by Sophie and Jan is about 111 meters long, which is similar to a Premier League football pitch!
What was the score of the White Ferns in their first ODI?
The White Ferns scored 210 runs in their first ODI against England.
What special event happened for Daniel Hillier just before his big win?
Daniel Hillier got married earlier in the week before winning the New Zealand Open!
How many athletes participated in the Glasgow Commonwealth Games?
Around 3,000 athletes from 74 nations took part in the Games!
What exciting event took place in Auckland with big splashes and jumps?
The Z Manu World Champs featured amazing splash-making competitions for all ages!
What was the score of the All Whites vs. England match?
The All Whites lost to England 1-0 in their warm-up match.
How many people had to leave their homes due to the wildfires?
More than 80,000 people had to leave their homes because of the wildfires in Spain and France.
What special milestone did the young shore plover achieve on Pitt Island?
The young shore plover is the first to leave its nest on Pitt Island in 150 years!
Which team did Moana Pasifika beat in an exciting match at North Harbour Stadium?
Moana Pasifika won four of their five matches at North Harbour Stadium last year.
Did You Know?
What amazing records did Alie Wessam break in basketball?
Alie Wessam broke two Guinness World Records for long-distance basketball shots!
What city will the All Whites play their first World Cup match in?
The All Whites will play their first World Cup match in Los Angeles against Iran!
What exciting event did PSG achieve by winning the Champions League again?
PSG became only the second team to win the Champions League back-to-back!
What fun things can you see at Boston's St. Patrick's Day parade?
At the parade, you can see marching bands, bagpipers, and Irish dancers!
What special feature was designed for athletes at the Winter Paralympics?
A special front row for wheelchair users was created so everyone could enjoy the event together!
What is the most expensive book ever sold in Norway?
The most expensive book ever sold in Norway is a rare Viking book donated by footballer Erling Haaland, costing about £100,000!
How deep can a sinkhole be?
The sinkhole on Hackett Street is more than 1 meter deep in some places!
What does the name Eid al-Fitr mean?
Eid al-Fitr means 'festival of the breaking of the fast'.
What does the statue by Banksy represent?
The statue is a comment on blind patriotism, encouraging people to think critically.
What type of weather is expected in New Zealand this week?
New Zealand is expecting strong winds, heavy rain, and even snow!
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