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Did You Know?

What special time of year did the rescue flight take place in Antarctica?
The rescue flight happened just before months of winter darkness in Antarctica!
What amazing thing did scientists do with butterflies in space?
Scientists hatched a butterfly in space for the first time ever!
How many episodes has The Simpsons reached?
The Simpsons has reached an amazing 800 episodes!
What special anniversary does this year mark for Anzac Day?
This year marks 110 years since New Zealand troops arrived on the Western Front in WWI!
What does the statue by Banksy represent?
The statue is a comment on blind patriotism, encouraging people to think critically.
What is a fun way to learn about news stories?
You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!
Which M&M’S products were also set to get the wheat allergen advice?
The wheat allergen advice for some M&M’S products starts on 20 April 2026.
How much money is being added to New Zealand's ambulance services?
New Zealand's ambulance services are getting a $35 million boost to help them respond faster and serve more people!
How many runs did Tawhid Hridoy score to help Bangladesh win?
Tawhid Hridoy scored an amazing 51 runs to lead Bangladesh to victory!
What are Happy Tools in the Positive Mindset Challenge?
Happy Tools are simple techniques to help you feel better when you're having a tough day.

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Which team did Moana Pasifika beat in an exciting match at North Harbour Stadium?
Moana Pasifika won four of their five matches at North Harbour Stadium last year.
What special challenge did Eliza McCartney face before winning gold?
Eliza McCartney had to overcome years of injuries before her big win!
How old is Fancy, the oldest living horse?
Fancy is 37 years and 329 days old!
What special phrase inspired the celebration of Star Wars Day?
Star Wars Day is celebrated on May 4th because it sounds like 'May the Force be with you!'
Which New Zealand restaurant was the only Samoan restaurant to win a Michelin star?
Tala is the only Samoan restaurant in the world to receive a Michelin star!
What is Koru Circle designed to let top members do?
Air New Zealand is adding a new top tier called Koru Black for its most frequent travellers.
What big decision did British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announce?
Keir Starmer announced he will step down as Prime Minister!
How many books are ready to borrow at the new Wellington Library?
The new Wellington Library has around 250,000 books ready for borrowing!

Vocabulary

  • monarch A king or queen. The monarch of England is very famous.
  • environment The natural world around us. We should take care of the environment to protect animals.
  • entrepreneur A person who starts their own business. She is a young entrepreneur who sells handmade crafts.