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Would you eat plastic cookies?

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Ice legends launch new team skating event

British ice dance champions Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean have launched a brand-new figure skating event at the very rink...

Colourful Wool Art Takes Over Christchurch

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Black Ferns thrash Scotland to stay unbeaten

The Black Ferns have crushed Scotland 66-14 in Edinburgh, keeping their perfect record alive in the WXV Global Series. New...

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Colourful Wool Art Takes Over Christchurch

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How many tries did Will Jordan score against Italy?

Will Jordan scored three tries against Italy, making him New Zealand's all-time top try scorer!

Find out more: All Blacks win first three Nations Championship Tests

Which part of Wellington helped keep the heavy rain falling over the same places?

Wellington got more than 70mm of rain in just one hour during the storm.

Find out more: Wellington hit by flooding

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 – 14th August 2026

What is happening to the greyhounds after racing ends in New Zealand?

Thousands of greyhounds are being helped to find new homes!

Find out more: Greyhound racing ends in New Zealand

What do you get when you spend $30 at Woolworths?

You can receive a Disney Ooshie when you spend $30 at Woolworths!

Find out more: Ooshies craze spreads across Aotearoa

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

Find out more: Hobbs Sprints to Commonwealth Gold

What famous routine did Torvill and Dean perform to win Olympic gold?

Torvill and Dean won Olympic gold with their famous 'Bolero' routine!

Find out more: Ice legends launch new team skating event

How fast did the New Zealand rowers finish their race?

The New Zealand rowers finished their race in 6 minutes and 26.86 seconds!

Find out more: New Zealand Rowers win two Medals

What amazing way do young spiders travel to new places?

Young spiders travel by releasing silk threads into the air and using the wind to float away!

Find out more: Spider Silk covers North Island Towns

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What is special about the black robin's family tree?

All black robins today are related to just two birds, Old Blue and Old Yellow!

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What special award did Rippin Rosie win at the competition?

Rippin Rosie won the special 'spirit of surfing' award!

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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 – 15th May 2026

What was the reason for canceling the National Dog Show?

The National Dog Show was canceled due to concerns about the stadium's ground surface.

Find out more: National Dog Show Cancelled Over Ground Fears

What was the biggest comeback in State of Origin history?

New South Wales came back from 18 points down to win 22-20!

Find out more: Blues wins Origin with Stunning Comeback

What percentage of New Zealand is covered by Public Conservation land?

About 33% of New Zealand is covered by Public Conservation land, which is important for protecting nature and culture.

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How many stairs did the Luchsinger family’s Slinky go down?

The Luchsinger family’s Slinky went down 53 stairs, breaking the record!

Find out more: Family breaks World Record with a slinky

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!

Find out more: Ancient Whale Fossils found deep undersea

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