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What special award did Hamish Kerr win at the Halberg Awards?
Hamish Kerr won the Supreme Halberg Award, New Zealand's top sports honor!
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!
What special day marks the beginning of Lent?
Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, which falls on February 18, 2026.
What unique feature did the 2026 Winter Olympics have at its opening ceremony?
The opening ceremony featured two Olympic cauldrons, one in Milan and another in Cortina!
What color warning was given for heavy rain in Auckland?
Auckland was given an orange heavy rain warning, which means people should be careful and prepared for bad weather!
What is a fun way to learn about news stories?
You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!
How long has Rakiura been without a full-time doctor?
Rakiura hasn't had a full-time doctor for over 10 years!
What did NASA's spacecraft do to the asteroid Dimorphos?
NASA's spacecraft changed the path of the asteroid Dimorphos by crashing into it!
What is one fun way to help you save money?
You can use the 24-hour rule to think before buying something!
What was New Zealand's highest successful run chase in T20 World Cup history?
New Zealand's highest successful run chase in T20 World Cup history is 183 runs!

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