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What new law is being introduced for rockpools in Auckland?

Starting November 1, it's illegal to take most sea creatures from rockpools in Auckland and the Coromandel!

Find out more: New Rules to protect rockpools

What types of seabirds were rescued by Wellington Zoo after the storm?

Wellington Zoo rescued albatrosses, petrels, and penguins after a storm!

Find out more: Wellington Zoo holds fundraiser

What percentage of people trust RNZ according to the 2026 report?

57 percent of people trust RNZ, making it New Zealand's most trusted news brand!

Find out more: Do you trust our News?

What special milestone did the young shore plover achieve on Pitt Island?

The young shore plover is the first to leave its nest on Pitt Island in 150 years!

Find out more: Rare Bird returns to Pitt Island

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What amazing record did Sam Ruthe recently set?

Sam Ruthe set a new under-20 record in the 3000 metres, holding every under-20 running record from 800m to 5000m!

Find out more: Sam Ruthe rewrites record books

What new tool is helping track student progress in New Zealand schools?

The SMART progress monitoring tool helps schools track how students are doing in reading, writing, and maths.

Find out more: New Smart tool to track student progress

What makes the Enhanced Games different from the Olympics?

In the Enhanced Games, athletes can use performance-enhancing drugs that are usually banned in other sports.

Find out more: What are the Enhanced Games?

Find out more: New Marine Reserves Open Along Otago’s Coast

How many tests did the Silver Ferns win to secure the Constellation Cup?

The Silver Ferns won three tests in a row to claim the cup!

Find out more: Silver Ferns win back the Constellation Cup

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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'!

Find out more: Andy Burnham becomes UK Prime Minister

What mistake was made on the Sydney Marathon medal?

The Sydney Marathon medal accidentally shows a stadium from Germany instead of Sydney!

Find out more: Marathon Medal Shows Wrong Stadium by Mistake

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 – 28st August 2026

What causes the heavy rain and thunderstorms in the North Island?

The heavy rain is caused by a low-pressure system pulling warm, damp air from the tropics!

Find out more: Storms and Heavy Rain soak the North Island

What amazing thing did the robot Ace do?

The robot Ace beat professional table tennis players at their own game!

Find out more: Robot beats professional Table Tennis players

What was special about Kiribati's football win?

Kiribati won its first-ever football title in a big tournament!

Find out more: Kiribati claims First-Ever Football title

What special award did Wētā FX win for their work?

Wētā FX won an Emmy Award for their amazing visual effects in Stranger Things!

Find out more: Wellington’s Wētā FX wins Emmy award

What is special about the giant soccer ball being built in Boston?

It's going to be the world's largest soccer ball, measuring 13 meters across!

Find out more: Boston to build world’s biggest soccer ball

What makes the comet C/2025 R3 PanSTARRS special?

It's a long-period comet that takes about 170,000 years to orbit the Sun!

Find out more: Rare comet lights up NZ

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series A group of games played one after another. The teams played a series of four matches.

trophy An award given for winning a competition. The Springboks won the Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry trophy.

captain The leader of a team. Siya Kolisi is the captain of the Springboks.

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