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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 bird flu and why is it important for hens?

Bird flu is a disease that can make birds very sick, and farmers are keeping hens inside to protect them from it.

Find out more: Free-Range Hens Set for More Lockdowns

How much did the kākāko population increase since 2022?

The kākāko population increased by 61 percent since 2022!

Find out more: Kōkako numbers soar after baby boom

How do rice seeds know when to sprout?

Rice seeds can hear the sound of rain and grow faster when they do! They sprout about 24% quicker when they hear raindrops.

Find out more: Seeds May Hear Rain Sounds

How many kākāpō are being vaccinated against bird flu?

Around ninety kākāpō are being vaccinated to protect them from bird flu!

Find out more: Ninety Kākāpō to be vaccinated against Bird Flu

What was the special felt-tip pen used for during the Apollo 11 mission?

The pen was used by Buzz Aldrin to fix a broken switch on their spacecraft, helping them return safely from the Moon!

Find out more: Astronaut’s Felt-Tip sold for $1.47 Million

What can penguin poo tell scientists about climate change?

Penguin poo can show what they eat and how climate change affects them!

Find out more: Penguin Poo reveals climate clues

What exciting event happened before the rugby match in Cape Town?

Before the match, two passenger jets flew low over the stadium, which is a South African tradition!

Find out more: Springboks Edge All Blacks in Cape Town

Find out more: Clareburt wins gold

What amazing milestone did Sir David Attenborough recently celebrate?

Sir David Attenborough just turned 100 years old!

Find out more: Sir David Attenborough turns 100

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How many tries did the Black Ferns score in the first half?

The Black Ferns scored six tries in the first half of the game!

Find out more: Black Ferns thrash Scotland to stay unbeaten

What six planets lined up in the night sky recently?

The six planets that lined up are Mercury, Venus, Saturn, Jupiter, Uranus, and Neptune!

Find out more: Six Planets aligned

What is the name of the new thrill ride at Sky Tower?

The new thrill ride at Sky Tower is called SkyRide!

Find out more: Sky Tower launches new thrill ride

How do satellites help scientists study New Zealand's coastline?

Satellites provide detailed images that show changes in coastal waters, helping scientists understand the impact of climate change.

Find out more: Satellites help scientists watch New Zealand’s coast

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 – Term 2 Super Quiz 2026

What did scientists discover about the ancient giant shark fossils?

Scientists found a new species of giant shark that lived 115 million years ago!

Find out more: Giant Shark fossils surprise scientists

What do firefighters do during emergencies?

Firefighters bravely climb towards danger to help others escape safely.

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What happened when a dog joined the Olympic ski race?

A dog ran onto the ski course and sprinted alongside the athletes, making everyone laugh!

Find out more: Dog joins Olympic Ski Race

What could the proposed law in New Zealand change about welfare decisions?

The proposed law could allow automated systems to help make decisions about people's benefits.

Find out more: Proposed law could use AI

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aeroplane A vehicle that flies in the sky. The aeroplane took off smoothly from the runway.

non-stop Traveling without stopping. The non-stop flight took us directly to our destination.

project A planned piece of work. The school project was about space exploration.

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