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What medal did Luca Harrington win at the Winter Olympics?
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Luca Harrington won a bronze medal in men's slopestyle skiing!
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What exciting event is happening for young flag football players in New Zealand?
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The NFL is funding youth flag football events, including national championships!
Find out more: NFL Backs NZ Flag Football
How much did the kākāko population increase since 2022?
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The kākāko population increased by 61 percent since 2022!
Find out more: Kōkako numbers soar after baby boom
What is the name of the giant trout statue in Gore?
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The giant trout statue in Gore is getting an official name through a fun competition!
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What is the purpose of the new satellites launched by Rocket Lab?
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The new satellites are designed to test next-generation navigation technology for better services like autonomous vehicles and emergency services.
Find out more: Rocket Lab Launches Satellites from Hawkes Bay
What two animals in Antarctica are now considered endangered?
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Emperor penguins and Antarctic fur seals are now endangered due to climate change.
Find out more: Antarctica Animals In Danger
What major awards did New Zealand creatives win at the 2026 Oscars?
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New Zealand creatives won Best Costume Design and Best Visual Effects at the 2026 Oscars!
Find out more: Kiwi’s shine at Oscars
What fun activity might come to Christchurch's Cathedral Square?
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An outdoor ice skating rink could be built in Cathedral Square!
Find out more: Christchurch could get an Ice Skating Rink

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Waitematā 1 is Auckland's first hybrid-electric ferry, using less energy and producing fewer emissions than older ferries!
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What is special about the Bramley apple tree in England?
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Fehi Fineanganofo scored 17 tries this season, setting a new record!
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How many wickets did Gus Atkinson take in the match?
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Gus Atkinson took 5 wickets for England in the match!
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What ingredients are mixed with the horse meat before the pie is baked?
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How many runs did Kane Williamson score in his cricket career?
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Kane Williamson scored an amazing 19,346 runs in his career!
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How much money is the Government spending to improve education?
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$131 million is being spent to improve reading, writing, and maths in schools!
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How long did David Rush and Alex Gosch keep the balloons in the air?
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They kept the balloons in the air for 16 minutes and 25 seconds!
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Rory McIlroy has won the Masters tournament back-to-back, making it two years in a row!
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