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 do you get when you spend $30 at Woolworths?
You can receive a Disney Ooshie when you spend $30 at Woolworths!
What is the name of the newly discovered dinosaur in the Sahara?
The new dinosaur is called Spinosaurus mirabilis, and it lived nearly 100 million years ago!
What happened to all the phones in Riverton?
Every phone in Riverton mysteriously disappeared one morning!
How many eggs do Southern Brown Kiwis usually lay in a year?
Southern Brown Kiwis usually lay only one egg a year!
What record did kicker Jason Myers set during the Super Bowl?
Kicker Jason Myers set a Super Bowl record by making five field goals!
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 did scientists discover about the ancient giant shark fossils?
Scientists found a new species of giant shark that lived 115 million years ago!
Did You Know?
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!
What makes the $100 coffee so special?
The $100 coffee scored 96.2 out of 100 for quality, making it one of the best in the world!
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 tasty treat is at the center of New Zealand and Australia's debate?
The sausage sizzle, a sausage in bread with onions, is the tasty treat sparking debate!
How many teams are participating in the AIMS Games rugby sevens?
Fifty-nine teams are playing in the AIMS Games rugby sevens!
What historic milestone did the Wellington Phoenix achieve this season?
The Wellington Phoenix reached the playoffs for the first time ever!
How many emergency calls did St John receive on its busiest day?
St John received a record 2,562 emergency calls in one day!
How many eggs do Southern Brown Kiwis usually lay in a year?
Southern Brown Kiwis usually lay only one egg a year!
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