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Did You Know?

What exciting event helped Auckland FC stay in the A-League?
Auckland FC won a thrilling penalty shootout against Melbourne City!
What is agroecology and why is it important?
Agroecology is a farming method that works with nature to protect the environment and keep soils healthy.
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.
What special celebration did Norway's football team do after their win?
Norway's football team celebrated with a Viking row after beating Senegal!
What was the score of the Warriors vs. Broncos game?
The Warriors won the game with a score of 42-12!
What happened during the Chernobyl disaster in 1986?
The Chernobyl disaster was the world's worst nuclear accident, spreading radioactive material across Europe.
What cool new food could be made with a 3D printer?
Experts say we might eat 3D printed chocolate and even mashed potatoes!
How many New Zealanders were recognized in the 2026 King's Birthday Honours list?
One hundred and seventy-eight New Zealanders were honored for their service!
What new rule could lead to a red card at the World Cup?
Players could get a red card for covering their mouths while talking to opponents!
How many books are ready to borrow at the new Wellington Library?
The new Wellington Library has around 250,000 books ready for borrowing!

Did You Know?

What is a fun way to learn about news stories?
You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!
How long has Beverly Hannett-Price been teaching?
Beverly Hannett-Price has been teaching for an amazing 67 years!
How many wickets did Gus Atkinson take in the match?
Gus Atkinson took 5 wickets for England in the match!
What was the size of the giant ancient scorpion Praearcturus gigas?
The giant scorpion could be as big as a Labrador dog!
What special feature will the 2026 Commonwealth Games medals have?
The medals will include braille for the first time!
How many officials will help with India's census?
More than three million officials will help count India's people!
What is a fun way to learn about news stories?
You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!
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.
Which famous footballers are being celebrated in the new Lego sets?
Lego is celebrating Vinicius Jr, Kylian Mbappe, Lionel Messi, and Cristiano Ronaldo with new sets!
Why are people in South Westland worried about deer?
Wild deer numbers have grown very quickly, causing concerns for farmers and conservationists.

Vocabulary

  • festival A special event with fun activities and entertainment. The film festival has games and movies for kids.
  • interactive Involving active participation or engagement. The interactive film sessions let kids join in the fun.
  • animation A way to create moving images, often in cartoons. The festival features animation films that make us laugh.