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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 did NASA's spacecraft do to the asteroid Dimorphos?

NASA's spacecraft changed the path of the asteroid Dimorphos by crashing into it!

Find out more: Spacecraft pushes Asteroid off course

What is the wingspan of the Antonov AN-124?

The Antonov AN-124 has a wingspan of 73.3 meters, about the length of two Olympic swimming pools side by side!

Find out more: World’s Biggest Cargo Plane Lands in Auckland

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

What record did the Blackcaps break during the T20 World Cup?

The Blackcaps set a record for the highest opening partnership in T20 World Cup history with 175 runs!

Find out more: Blackcaps smash Record

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 was the highest score made by a White Ferns player?

Brooke Halliday scored the highest for the White Ferns with 40 runs!

Find out more: White Ferns loose opening match of World Cup

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 is a fun way to learn about news stories?

You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!

Find out more: Kiwi Kids Quiz – 15th May 2026

How many complaints about bee droppings did the council receive?

The Tauranga City Council received 34 complaints about bee droppings in two years!

Find out more: Council tackles Bee Poo Complaints

What was the size of the giant ancient scorpion Praearcturus gigas?

The giant scorpion could be as big as a Labrador dog!

Find out more: Giant Ancient Scorpion found in UK

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What amazing thing can the PRIMA eye implant help people do?

The PRIMA eye implant can help some blind people regain parts of their vision!

Find out more: Tiny Eye Implant invented

How far did the humpback whale swim to break the record?

The humpback whale swam over 15,000 kilometers to set a new record!

Find out more: Whale records 15,000km Ocean Journey

What age group might soon be allowed to ride on footpaths?

Children under 12 could soon be allowed to cycle on footpaths, making it safer for them!

Find out more: Children may ride on Footpaths

What special mission are the astronauts on?

The astronauts are on a mission called Crew-12 to the ISS!

Find out more: Crew-12 heads to ISS

What year did rugby in New Zealand become professional?

Rugby in New Zealand became professional in 1995, allowing players to earn money for their sport!

Find out more: Sports movements that changed New Zealand

What makes the comet C/2025 R3 PanSTARRS special?

It's a long-period comet that takes about 170,000 years to orbit the Sun!

Find out more: Rare comet lights up NZ

How many people dressed as Marilyn Monroe to break the record?

1,037 people dressed as Marilyn Monroe to break the record!

Find out more: Over 1,000 people dress as Marylin Monroe

What unusual behavior is a parakeet displaying in Scotland?

The parakeet has been pecking at cars, causing damage!

Find out more: Parakeet damages cars in Scotland

What is a fun way to learn about news stories?

You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!

Find out more: Kiwi Kids Quiz – 12th June 2026

What exciting performances can we expect at the FIFA 2026 opening ceremonies?

The opening ceremonies will feature famous artists like Katy Perry and J Balvin!

Find out more: FIFA 2026 Opening Ceremonies announced

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collectible An item that people like to collect. Stamps are popular collectible items.

anniversary A special date that celebrates an event. We celebrate our anniversary every year.

inspired To be motivated or influenced by something. The book inspired her to write a story.

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