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Top Dogs Hang Ten At World Surfing Championship

Thousands of spectators gathered at Linda Mar Beach in Pacifica, California, on Saturday to watch the 10th annual World Dog...

Shellfish Ban Extended In Hauraki Gulf

A ban on collecting certain shellfish in parts of the Hauraki Gulf has been extended for another two years, to...

New Spider-Man film smashes Box Office records

The new superhero film Spider-Man: Brand New Day had the second-biggest opening weekend in cinema history, earning around NZ$1.6 billion...

SpaceX Rocket part crashes into the Moon

A leftover part of a SpaceX rocket crashed into the moon on Wednesday 5 August, travelling at roughly 5,400 miles...

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Shellfish Ban Extended In Hauraki Gulf

August 5, 2026

New Spider-Man film smashes Box Office records

August 5, 2026

Jetstar making overhead baggage cost more

August 5, 2026

Auckland Bakery wins New Zealand’s best pie

August 5, 2026

Commonwealth Games 2026

New Zealand Finish Glasgow Games With 36 Medals

August 3, 2026

Glascow Games End With Closing Ceremony

August 3, 2026

Sydnee Andrews Makes History With Judo Gold

August 3, 2026

Silver Ferns Win First Gold In 16 Years

August 3, 2026

New Zealand Pair Win Cycling Gold

August 2, 2026

Moorby Wins Silver in Javelin

August 2, 2026

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SpaceX Rocket part crashes into the Moon

August 5, 2026

Winning Lottery Ticket saved from the Rubbish

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Football World Cup future faces big fight

August 4, 2026

Fleming takes England Cricket Role

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New Zealand Finish Glasgow Games With 36 Medals

August 3, 2026

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What unique activity do people do at the Bloco da Lama celebration?

At Bloco da Lama, people cover themselves in mud and have fun!

Find out more: Brazil’s muddy carnival party

What important agreements did New Zealand, Samoa, and Tonga sign during their meetings?

They signed agreements to tackle crime and improve education together!

Find out more: Luxon builds Pacific ties

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 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

How long has Beverly Hannett-Price been teaching?

Beverly Hannett-Price has been teaching for an amazing 67 years!

Find out more: Teacher spends 67 Years of Teaching

How old is Gertie the Chicken, the oldest living chicken?

Gertie is 15 years and 100 days old, making her the oldest living chicken in the world!

Find out more: Gertie the Chicken breaks record

What is acid rain and how does it affect the environment?

Acid rain is rain that contains harmful chemicals, which can damage plants and water supplies. It can make water more acidic and harm crops.

Find out more: Acid Rain falls in Vanuatu

What record did Artemis II break during its mission?

Artemis II broke the Apollo 13 record for the farthest crewed spaceflight!

Find out more: Artemis II: A Moon Mission like no other

What can help your brain think more creatively?

When you feel calm and happy, your brain can think more clearly and creatively.

Find out more: Finding Happiness

How much money is the New Zealand Government investing in cycle trail repairs?

The New Zealand Government is investing over $800,000 to repair cycle trails!

Find out more: Cycle Trails get repair Funding

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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!

Find out more: Manu Champions crowned in Auckland.

What is a common Kiwi habit that might surprise visitors?

Many Kiwis love to walk around without shoes, even in shops!

Find out more: Classic Kiwi Culture

What did the couple find hidden in their ceiling?

The couple found $232,440 in cash hidden in their ceiling!

Find out more: Couple find $232k in Ceiling

What special phrase inspired the celebration of Star Wars Day?

Star Wars Day is celebrated on May 4th because it sounds like 'May the Force be with you!'

Find out more: Star Wars Fans Celebrate May Fourth

What new rule did FIFA announce for World Cup fans?

FIFA has banned fans from bringing refillable water bottles into stadiums for safety reasons.

Find out more: FIFA bans refillable bottles

What colour was the robot Lightning?

The robot Lightning beat the human half-marathon world record by more than six minutes.

Find out more: Robot runs half-marathon record

What is a fun way to learn about news stories?

You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!

Find out more: Kiwi Kids Quiz – 12th June 2026

What tiny dinosaur was discovered in Spain?

The tiny dinosaur discovered in Spain is called Foskeia pelendonum, and it was no bigger than a chicken!

Find out more: Tiny Dinosaur found in Spain

What record did kicker Jason Myers set during the Super Bowl?

Kicker Jason Myers set a Super Bowl record by making five field goals!

Find out more: Seahawks win Superbowl LX

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

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