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Air New Zealand launch Plane Spotter’s Guide

Air New Zealand has launched a new Plane Spotter’s Guide this week, inviting Kiwi children to look up, listen out...

Will Jordan makes All Blacks History

Will Jordan has become the All Blacks’ leading Test try-scorer after scoring three tries against Italy in Wellington. The 28-year-old...

Indian PM Narendra Modi visits New Zealand

New Zealand and India Strengthen Partnership New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi have announced...

WIN WIN – Bluey Glasses bound for Kiwi playgrounds

Specsavers has launched a colourful new Bluey glasses range for children in New Zealand and Australia. The collection became available...

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What special technology helped spot a polar bear family in Canada?

The technology called 'bear-dar' uses radar and cameras to spot polar bears!

Find out more: ‘Bear-dar’ spots Polar Bear family

What exciting event is happening for young flag football players in New Zealand?

The NFL is funding youth flag football events, including national championships!

Find out more: NFL Backs NZ Flag Football

What special features do LEGO's Smart Bricks have?

LEGO's Smart Bricks can light up, make sounds, and react to movement!

Find out more: LEGO’s Smart Bricks arrive

How many teeth does the world record holder have?

Prathab Muniandy has a total of 42 teeth in his mouth!

Find out more: World record: Most teeth

How far away is the galaxy Messier 77 from Earth?

Messier 77 is a whopping 45 million light-years away from Earth!

Find out more: Webb Telescope reveals Distant Galaxy

How long has Rakiura been without a full-time doctor?

Rakiura hasn't had a full-time doctor for over 10 years!

Find out more: No Doctors on Rakiura

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.

Find out more: Airpoints renamed to Koru

How did Tim Payne become an internet superstar?

Tim Payne became an internet superstar when an influencer highlighted him as the 'least-known' player, leading to a huge jump in his Instagram followers!

Find out more: All White Tim Payne becomes online star

What does the fees-free tertiary education scheme help students with?

The fees-free scheme helps students by paying their tuition fees for the final year of study.

Find out more: Government ends final year fees-free

How many leatherback turtles were spotted near Tauranga?

Five rare leatherback turtles were spotted swimming near Mount Maunganui!

Find out more: 5 Rare Turtles near Tauranga

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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

What is the length of Ozzy's tongue?

Ozzy's tongue measures an amazing 7.83 inches long!

Find out more: World’s longest dog tongue

What amazing thing did scientists do with butterflies in space?

Scientists hatched a butterfly in space for the first time ever!

Find out more: Butterflies hatch in Space

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

What does the statue by Banksy represent?

The statue is a comment on blind patriotism, encouraging people to think critically.

Find out more: Statue by Banksy appeared in London

How old is Jonathan the Tortoise, the world's oldest land animal?

Jonathan the Tortoise is 194 years old and still going strong!

Find out more: Jonathan the Tortoise turns 194

What important event is happening in Switzerland this Friday?

The US and Iran are signing a peace deal to end their war!

Find out more: US and Iran agree Peace Deal to end War

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

How much money is the Government spending to improve education?

$131 million is being spent to improve reading, writing, and maths in schools!

Find out more: $131M improvement to education announced

How many planets have scientists found that could support alien life?

Scientists have discovered 45 planets that might be good for alien life!

Find out more: 45 planets that could support aliens

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census A count of people in a country. The census helps the government know how many people live in India.

enumerators Workers who collect information for the census. Enumerators go door to door to ask questions.

digital Using technology like computers or apps. The census will be carried out digitally using mobile apps.

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