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Would you eat plastic cookies?

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Ice legends launch new team skating event

British ice dance champions Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean have launched a brand-new figure skating event at the very rink...

Colourful Wool Art Takes Over Christchurch

Christchurch’s Cathedral Square has been turned into a giant outdoor gallery of wool art, after the city’s yarn bombing festival...

Thank a teacher and help a Kiwi kid

September 30, 2026

Colourful Wool Art Takes Over Christchurch

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Robots being Built to Sign for Deaf Māori

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Tiny Black Robin Named Bird of the Year 2026

September 22, 2026

Would you eat plastic cookies?

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Hubble Telescope spots a Topsy-Turvy Galaxy

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New Tiny Wild Cat Discovered In Bolivia

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Ice legends launch new team skating event

September 23, 2026

Black Ferns thrash Scotland to stay unbeaten

September 22, 2026

Kiwi Runner Sam Tanner smashes NZ Mile record

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Did You Know?

What is one fun way to help you save money?

You can use the 24-hour rule to think before buying something!

Find out more: How to Save: Tricks that actually work

What percentage of New Zealand is covered by Public Conservation land?

About 33% of New Zealand is covered by Public Conservation land, which is important for protecting nature and culture.

Find out more: Opinion Piece: More than land on a map

How far did Tori Moorby throw the javelin to win silver?

Tori Moorby threw the javelin 60.04 metres to win silver!

Find out more: Moorby Wins Silver in Javelin

What makes the galaxy NGC 4698 so special?

NGC 4698 spins in two directions and has a ring shape!

Find out more: Hubble Telescope spots a Topsy-Turvy Galaxy

What historic event happened between the Māori Queen and Prince William?

The Māori Queen met Prince William at Windsor Castle, making history!

Find out more: Māori Queen meets Prince William

How tall are the robots helping with baggage at Haneda airport?

The robots stand 130 centimeters tall, which is about the height of a small child!

Find out more: Robots join airport baggage team

Find out more: Swiss Gardener Grows Record-Breaking Chilli

What kind of weather is expected on New Zealand's east coast?

Heavy rain, strong winds, and rough seas are expected!

Find out more: Dangerous weather for East Coast

What tiny dinosaur was discovered in Spain?

The tiny dinosaur discovered in Spain is called Foskeia pelendonum, and it was no bigger than a chicken!

Find out more: Tiny Dinosaur found in Spain

What is the Government's plan for local streaming apps in New Zealand?

The Government wants local streaming apps to be easy to find on smart TVs in New Zealand.

Find out more: NZ Apps may get Prime TV spot

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Man Folds 415 Paper Planes in One Hour

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Did You Know?

Why are people in Auckland buying petrol containers quickly?

People are worried that fuel prices will keep rising, so they want to buy petrol before it gets more expensive.

Find out more: Petrol price rise – Kiwis react

What is the value of Finn Allen's new cricket contract?

Finn Allen's new contract is worth NZ$740,000 over three years!

Find out more: Black Cap signs Record-Breaking Cricket deal

How long were ships unable to cross the Strait of Hormuz?

Ships were unable to cross the Strait of Hormuz for 110 days before the agreement.

Find out more: Ships return to Hormuz Strait

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

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 record did Finn Allen break during the T20 World Cup semi-final?

Finn Allen scored the fastest century ever in a T20 World Cup match, hitting 100 runs in just 33 balls!

Find out more: Black Caps into T20 final

Why do horses yawn when they see each other yawn?

Horses yawn to build social bonds with each other, just like humans!

Find out more: Why Horses Yawn

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.

Find out more: NZ20 Franchise league chosen

What historic achievement did Auckland FC accomplish in the A-League?

Auckland FC won the A-League championship in just their second season!

Find out more: Auckland FC win A-League

What are the names of the new qualifications replacing NCEA?

The new qualifications are called the New Zealand Certificate of Education (NZCE) and the New Zealand Advanced Certificate of Education (NZACE).

Find out more: NCEA replacement announced

Vocabulary

crowned To be given a title or honor, often in a ceremony. She was crowned the winner of the race.

mentor A person who guides and helps someone to learn. My teacher is my mentor in art class.

dedicated To give something as a sign of respect or love. He dedicated his trophy to his family.

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