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Did you know that New Zealand has its first rubber road made from recycled tyres?
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The rubber road in Glentunnel used about 1,797 recycled tyres!
Find out more: New Zealand’s first rubber road
How many times has Rory McIlroy won the Masters in a row?
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Rory McIlroy has won the Masters tournament back-to-back, making it two years in a row!
Find out more: Rory Wins Green Jacket Again
How much money is the New Zealand Government spending to restore Tongariro National Park?
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The New Zealand Government is spending $3.5 million to restore Tongariro National Park after fires.
Find out more: Funds boost Tongariro Recovery
What special title did Jinny Lu win at the dog competition?
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Jinny Lu, a rescue pug, won the title of the World’s Ugliest Dog!
Find out more: Rescue Pug wins ugliest dog contest
What special mission is the HMNZS Canterbury on during its visit to Tokelau?
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The HMNZS Canterbury is on a mission called Operation Calypso, which helps stop illegal fishing in the Pacific.
Find out more: HMNZS Canterbury visits Tokelau for Centenary
What exciting event helped the Sharks win their championship?
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The Sharks won in overtime after a tied game, making it super thrilling!
Find out more: Sharks win NBL title in overtime
How many complaints about bee droppings did the council receive?
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The Tauranga City Council received 34 complaints about bee droppings in two years!
Find out more: Council tackles Bee Poo Complaints
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How many times has Finland been named the happiest country?
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Finland has been named the happiest country in the world for a record nine times!
Find out more: Finland Tops Happiness List

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What six planets lined up in the night sky recently?
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How many officials will help with India's census?
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What is a fun way to learn about news stories?
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You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!
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What was New Zealand's highest successful run chase in T20 World Cup history?
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How much money is the New Zealand Government spending to restore Tongariro National Park?
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What did NASA's spacecraft do to the asteroid Dimorphos?
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What can happen if a dog eats toxic algae?
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What important agreement was signed on February 6, 1840?
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Te Tiriti o Waitangi, or the Treaty of Waitangi, was signed by many Māori chiefs and the British Crown.
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Why were the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Formula 1 races cancelled in April?
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The races were cancelled due to safety concerns from conflicts in the Middle East.
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How many times has the Whangārei bridge lifted for boats since it opened?
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The Whangārei bridge has lifted more than 25,000 times for boats!
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  • naturalist A person who studies nature and living things. Sir David Attenborough is a famous naturalist.
  • conservation The protection of plants, animals, and their habitats. Conservation helps save endangered species like the kākāpō.
  • legacy Something important that someone leaves behind after they are gone. Sir David's legacy includes inspiring people to love nature.
    • Find the words in the article:Sir David Attenborough turns 100

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