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Kiwi Kids Quiz – 23rd October 2026

Giant South African Train May Set World Record

A freight train in South Africa may have broken a world record after pulling 696 wagons in one go on...

Albanian Woman, 117, May Be World’s Oldest

A 117-year-old woman from a small village in Albania may be the oldest woman in the world. Qamile Marra was...

All Blacks Captain Ardie Savea joins Blues

All Blacks captain Ardie Savea has signed with the Auckland Blues for next year’s Super Rugby Pacific season, in a...

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How much money is being added to New Zealand's ambulance services?

New Zealand's ambulance services are getting a $35 million boost to help them respond faster and serve more people!

Find out more: Ambulance Services get a $35M Boost

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?

What is one fun way to help you save money?

You can use the 24-hour rule to think before buying something!

Find out more: How to Save: Tricks that actually work

How many galaxies are shown on the new universe map?

The new universe map shows nearly 800,000 galaxies!

Find out more: Scientists reveal huge universe map

What is the main reason the UN wants to change the world map?

The UN wants to show countries closer to their true size, especially Africa and regions near the equator.

Find out more: UN votes to change World Map

How long was Dawa Sherpa missing on Mount Everest?

Dawa Sherpa was missing for six days before being found alive!

Find out more: Sherpa found alive on Everest after 6 days

What types of shellfish are banned from collection in the Hauraki Gulf?

The ban includes mussels, pāua, and packhorse rock lobster near Waiheke Island!

Find out more: Shellfish Ban Extended In Hauraki Gulf

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How far has Jono already swum on his journey?

Jono has swum more than 545 kilometres on his journey!

Find out more: Jono Swims the North Island Coast

What makes the Starship rocket special compared to older rockets?

The Starship rocket is designed to be fully reusable, which means it can be launched multiple times without needing to be rebuilt!

Find out more: World’s most powerful rocket launches

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What are the gases that the new scheme is targeting?

The new scheme targets hydrofluorocarbons, or HFCs, which are powerful greenhouse gases.

Find out more: New scheme targets cooling gases

What is the Danube River's record low water level in Budapest?

In Budapest, the Danube River dropped to just 10 centimeters, breaking its previous record low of 33 centimeters from 2018!

Find out more: Low River levels cause Energy Fears in Europe

What makes the yellow-bellied sea snake special?

The yellow-bellied sea snake is a protected species in New Zealand!

Find out more: Venomous Sea Snake found in BoP

How long were ships unable to cross the Strait of Hormuz?

Ships were unable to cross the Strait of Hormuz for 110 days before the agreement.

Find out more: Ships return to Hormuz Strait

What exciting title did Aimee Bright win?

Aimee Bright won the iQFOiL Under-23 World Champion title in Poland!

Find out more: Kiwi Windsurfer Aimee Bright wins World Title

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What exciting event will Auckland host in 2028?

Auckland will host the PSA Squash World Championships in February 2028!

Find out more: Auckland to host 2028 Squash World Champs

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How many complaints about bee droppings did the council receive?

The Tauranga City Council received 34 complaints about bee droppings in two years!

Find out more: Council tackles Bee Poo Complaints

How many tries did Beauden Barrett score in the game?

Beauden Barrett scored two tries in the match against the Wallabies!

Find out more: All Blacks Beat Wallabies in Sydney

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knockout A stage in a tournament where teams compete to stay in. The knockout round is where teams must win to continue.

remarkable Something very special or surprising. It was remarkable that Cape Verde reached the knockout stage.

goalkeeper A player who guards the goal and stops the other team from scoring. The goalkeeper made amazing saves during the match.

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