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Did You Know?

What exciting moment helped the Highlanders win the game?
Cam Millar kicked a long-range penalty goal in the last minutes to win!
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!
What amazing milestone did Elon Musk achieve recently?
Elon Musk became the world's first trillionaire after SpaceX shares soared!
How many balloons did Andre Ortolf pop in 30 seconds?
Andre Ortolf popped 60 balloons in just 30 seconds!
How long has the Seddon Memorial Town Clock been watching over Rotorua?
The Seddon Memorial Town Clock has been in Rotorua for over 100 years!
What is a fatberg made of?
A fatberg is made of fats, oils, grease, and trash that shouldn't go down drains!
What kind of weather is expected on New Zealand's east coast?
Heavy rain, strong winds, and rough seas are expected!
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 scientists discover beneath Auckland?
Scientists found dozens of new faultlines under Auckland that they will study further.

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How much did the record-breaking bull sell for?
The record-breaking bull sold for a whopping $168,000!
Did you know Chris Wood became the All Whites' all-time leader in appearances?
Chris Wood played his 89th game for the All Whites, making him the all-time leader!
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!
What did astronauts do during the air leak scare on the ISS?
The astronauts sheltered in a docked spacecraft to stay safe.
How big is the giant sinkhole in Indonesia?
The sinkhole is about three hectares, which is the size of four football pitches!
What clever tricks do advertisers use to catch your attention?
Advertisers use colors, music, and stories to persuade you.
What are the gases that the new scheme is targeting?
The new scheme targets hydrofluorocarbons, or HFCs, which are powerful greenhouse gases.
What exciting event helped Auckland FC stay in the A-League?
Auckland FC won a thrilling penalty shootout against Melbourne City!
What special vehicle did King Charles arrive in for the Commonwealth Games?
King Charles arrived in a Tardis from Doctor Who to open the Commonwealth Games!

Vocabulary

  • aggregate A total amount made up of different parts. The score was 3-2 on aggregate after two matches.
  • semi-final A match that decides who goes to the final. The Phoenix won their semi-final to reach the grand final.
  • achievement Something important that you have done successfully. Reaching the grand final is a big achievement for the team.