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Air New Zealand launch Plane Spotter’s Guide

Air New Zealand has launched a new Plane Spotter’s Guide this week, inviting Kiwi children to look up, listen out...

Will Jordan makes All Blacks History

Will Jordan has become the All Blacks’ leading Test try-scorer after scoring three tries against Italy in Wellington. The 28-year-old...

Indian PM Narendra Modi visits New Zealand

New Zealand and India Strengthen Partnership New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi have announced...

WIN WIN – Bluey Glasses bound for Kiwi playgrounds

Specsavers has launched a colourful new Bluey glasses range for children in New Zealand and Australia. The collection became available...

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What were the magnitudes of the earthquakes that hit Venezuela?

The earthquakes that struck Venezuela had magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5!

Find out more: Venezuela hit by Earthquakes

If you could rename one place in New Zealand based on what it looks like, what would you call it?

Aotearoa even has an official board just for place names, and in 2024 it celebrated 100 years of official place naming. That means people have been carefully recording, checking, and protecting place names for a whole century.

Find out more: How Aotearoa got its Place Names

What is the length of Ozzy's tongue?

Ozzy's tongue measures an amazing 7.83 inches long!

Find out more: World’s longest dog tongue

What new rule did FIFA announce for World Cup fans?

FIFA has banned fans from bringing refillable water bottles into stadiums for safety reasons.

Find out more: FIFA bans refillable bottles

What is the height of the world's smallest arcade machine?

The world's smallest arcade machine is just 2.4 cm tall!

Find out more: Tiny Arcade Machine breaks Record

Which team did Moana Pasifika beat in an exciting match at North Harbour Stadium?

Moana Pasifika won four of their five matches at North Harbour Stadium last year.

Find out more: Moana Pasifika announce closure

What age group might soon be allowed to ride on footpaths?

Children under 12 could soon be allowed to cycle on footpaths, making it safer for them!

Find out more: Children may ride on Footpaths

How many LEGO bricks did Tommy Schmidt use to build the sausage?

Tommy Schmidt used 65,000 LEGO bricks to create the giant sausage!

Find out more: World’s largest LEGO sausage built

What big decision did British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announce?

Keir Starmer announced he will step down as Prime Minister!

Find out more: Starmer to step down as British PM

How many people played in the world's largest human foosball game?

A total of 254 people played in the world's largest human foosball game!

Find out more: Worlds largest Human Foosball Game

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What age did Pauline Kana achieve her crowd-surfing record?

Pauline Kana set the record at 99 years old, making her the oldest crowd surfer!

Find out more: Granny sets Crowd-Surfing record

What is the length of the newly discovered coral colony?

The coral colony discovered by Sophie and Jan is about 111 meters long, which is similar to a Premier League football pitch!

Find out more: Mum and Daughter discover record coral colony

What kinds of products can you find at Fieldays?

At Fieldays, you can find cool products like drones, solar panels, and even steak knives!

Find out more: Fieldays opens at Mystery Creek

Why are people in South Westland worried about deer?

Wild deer numbers have grown very quickly, causing concerns for farmers and conservationists.

Find out more: South Westland Deer numbers rise

How many stairs did the Luchsinger family’s Slinky go down?

The Luchsinger family’s Slinky went down 53 stairs, breaking the record!

Find out more: Family breaks World Record with a slinky

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How long can bumblebee queens survive underwater?

Bumblebee queens can survive underwater for up to a week!

Find out more: Bumblebees can survive underwater

What is special about the color of the new octopus species?

The new octopus species has a bright blue color, which is very rare in nature!

Find out more: New Species of Tiny Blue Octopus discovered

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!

Find out more: Famous Whangārei Bridge showing cracks

What was special about Finn Surman's goal in the match against Egypt?

Finn Surman's goal was the first time New Zealand led at half-time in a World Cup match!

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franchise A series of related products or media. Pokémon is a franchise that includes games, cards, and shows.

console A device for playing video games. The Game Boy is a popular gaming console.

collecting Gathering items of interest or value. Many kids enjoy collecting Pokémon cards.

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