Did You Know?
How many LEGO bricks did Tommy Schmidt use to build the sausage?
Tommy Schmidt used 65,000 LEGO bricks to create the giant sausage!
How long will the total solar eclipse last in Dunedin?
The total solar eclipse in Dunedin will last for almost three minutes!
What is the most expensive book ever sold in Norway?
The most expensive book ever sold in Norway is a rare Viking book donated by footballer Erling Haaland, costing about £100,000!
How big would the new White House ballroom be?
The proposed ballroom would cover about 8,400 square meters!
What color does the Moon turn during a total lunar eclipse?
During a total lunar eclipse, the Moon can turn a deep red color, often called a 'Blood Moon'.
Who was the first woman to lead the Kīngitanga movement in New Zealand?
Dame Te Atairangikaahu was the first woman to lead the Kīngitanga movement, uniting Māori tribes for 40 years!
What was special about Claudia Bunge's goal in the match?
Claudia Bunge scored her second international goal during the game!
What is the new T20 competition that New Zealand Cricket is planning?
New Zealand Cricket is planning the NZ20 franchise league to replace the Super Smash.
What cool feature could a car have for long trips?
A new car design includes a toilet that slides out from under a seat!
Did you know that New Zealand has its first rubber road made from recycled tyres?
The rubber road in Glentunnel used about 1,797 recycled tyres!
Did You Know?
What big decision did British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announce?
Keir Starmer announced he will step down as Prime Minister!
How long can bumblebee queens survive underwater?
Bumblebee queens can survive underwater for up to a week!
What amazing thing did scientists do with butterflies in space?
Scientists hatched a butterfly in space for the first time ever!
What year did New Zealand's first official television broadcast start?
New Zealand's first official television broadcast began on June 1, 1960.
What is a fun way to learn about news stories?
You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!
How long did David Rush and Alex Gosch keep the balloons in the air?
They kept the balloons in the air for 16 minutes and 25 seconds!
How many tries did Louis Bielle-Biarrey score in the match?
Louis Bielle-Biarrey scored four tries in the exciting match!
What unique activity do people do at the Bloco da Lama celebration?
At Bloco da Lama, people cover themselves in mud and have fun!
What happens to your money when inflation rises?
When inflation rises, your money can buy less than before, like needing more points in a game to buy the same snack!
How many leatherback turtles were spotted near Tauranga?
Five rare leatherback turtles were spotted swimming near Mount Maunganui!
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