Did You Know?
How far has Jono already swum on his journey?
Jono has swum more than 545 kilometres on his journey!
How many jobs could be affected by Heinz Wattie's plan?
Heinz Wattie's plan could affect about 350 jobs across New Zealand!
What is the name of the new thrill ride at Sky Tower?
The new thrill ride at Sky Tower is called SkyRide!
What did the goldfish Blub drive to set a world record?
Blub drove a tiny car built by his owner, Thomas de Wolf, which responded to his movements in a water tank!
What happens to your money when inflation rises?
When inflation rises, your money can buy less than before, like needing more points in a game to buy the same snack!
What special tradition happens when a new prime minister is appointed?
When a new prime minister is appointed, they meet the King in a ceremony called 'kissing hands'!
What record did Fehi Fineanganofo set during the Super Rugby season?
Fehi Fineanganofo scored 17 tries this season, setting a new record!
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 special mission are the astronauts on?
The astronauts are on a mission called Crew-12 to the ISS!
How many galaxies are shown on the new universe map?
The new universe map shows nearly 800,000 galaxies!
Did You Know?
What is the purpose of the new satellites launched by Rocket Lab?
The new satellites are designed to test next-generation navigation technology for better services like autonomous vehicles and emergency services.
How far did the missing cat travel from home?
The missing cat traveled an amazing 630 kilometers from her home!
What ancient insect was named after a famous race car driver?
A newly discovered ancient wasp species was named Gwesped Piastrii after Oscar Piastri!
What is special about the Bramley apple tree in England?
The Bramley apple tree is over 200 years old and is the ancestor of all Bramley apple trees worldwide!
How much do some families spend on school uniforms each year?
Some families spend over $1,000 on school uniforms each year!
How long can bumblebee queens survive underwater?
Bumblebee queens can survive underwater for up to a week!
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 amazing milestone did Sir David Attenborough recently celebrate?
Sir David Attenborough just turned 100 years old!
How old was the Major Oak tree when it died?
The Major Oak tree was about 1,200 years old when it died!
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