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The Major Oak tree was about 1,200 years old when it died!
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Tori Moorby threw the javelin 60.04 metres to win silver!
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What is the value of Finn Allen's new cricket contract?
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Finn Allen's new contract is worth NZ$740,000 over three years!
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