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Neville Sandiford was 101 years and 262 days old when he earned the record!
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Dave Rennie has been named the new head coach of the All Blacks!
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David Rush set a record by putting on 32 T-shirts in just 60 seconds!
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New Zealand faces a new 12.5% tariff on many exports to the US.
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The astronauts sheltered in a docked spacecraft to stay safe.
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New South Wales came back from 18 points down to win 22-20!
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  • eligible Having the right to do or receive something. Only students with good grades are eligible for the scholarship.
  • support To help someone or something. Friends support each other during tough times.
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