Would you eat plastic cookies?

Scientists working on a project funded by the space agency Nasa have found a way to turn plastic and other...

Read more >

Ice legends launch new team skating event

British ice dance champions Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean have launched a brand-new figure skating event at the very rink...

Read more >

Colourful Wool Art Takes Over Christchurch

Christchurch’s Cathedral Square has been turned into a giant outdoor gallery of wool art, after the city’s yarn bombing festival...

Read more >

Black Ferns thrash Scotland to stay unbeaten

The Black Ferns have crushed Scotland 66-14 in Edinburgh, keeping their perfect record alive in the WXV Global Series. New...

Read more >

National Read more

1

Colourful Wool Art Takes Over Christchurch

September 23, 2026
1

Robots being Built to Sign for Deaf Māori

September 22, 2026
1

Tiny Black Robin Named Bird of the Year 2026

September 22, 2026
1
kea

Record Votes Cast In Bird Of The Year

September 21, 2026

Premium Content

Feature Article
WEEKLY Quiz
LITERACY BOOKLET
2

Finding a Way Down (Part Two)

September 9, 2026
2

Term 3 Super Quiz 2026

September 18, 2026
2

Literacy Booklet Term 3 2026

July 16, 2026

Teacher Downloads

Sign Up to Kiwi Kids News

What is Kiwi Kids News?

World Read more

1

Would you eat plastic cookies?

September 23, 2026
1

Hubble Telescope spots a Topsy-Turvy Galaxy

September 22, 2026
1

New Tiny Wild Cat Discovered In Bolivia

September 21, 2026

Sport Read more

1

Ice legends launch new team skating event

September 23, 2026
1

Black Ferns thrash Scotland to stay unbeaten

September 22, 2026
1

Kiwi Runner Sam Tanner smashes NZ Mile record

September 22, 2026

Did You Know?

How do scientists learn about the Gilbert's potoroo's diet?
Answer
Scientists study the potoroo's poo to find out what it eats!
Find out more: Scientists use poo to save rare marsupial
How many extra day surgeries is the new building expected to handle in its first year?
Answer
The new outpatient building is expected to handle 1,700 extra day surgeries in its first year!
Find out more: Dunedin’s New Hospital Building Opens Doors
Answer
Find out more: Retired Firefighter Aims for World’s Biggest Sock Collection
What was the special felt-tip pen used for during the Apollo 11 mission?
Answer
The pen was used by Buzz Aldrin to fix a broken switch on their spacecraft, helping them return safely from the Moon!
Find out more: Astronaut’s Felt-Tip sold for $1.47 Million
What age group in Spain will be affected by the new social media ban?
Answer
The new law in Spain will affect children under 16 years old.
Find out more: Spain becomes latest country to ban Social Media
How big would the new White House ballroom be?
Answer
The proposed ballroom would cover about 8,400 square meters!
Find out more: Court blocks White House Ballroom work
How many matching salt and pepper packets does Linda Schulz have?
Answer
Linda Schulz has an amazing collection of 754 matching salt and pepper packets!
Find out more: Woman Wins Back World Record for Salt and Pepper
What is special about the Bramley apple tree in England?
Answer
The Bramley apple tree is over 200 years old and is the ancestor of all Bramley apple trees worldwide!
Find out more: Fight to save Oldest Apple Tree
What is the name of Team New Zealand's new racing yacht?
Answer
The new racing yacht is called Taihoro, and it's been upgraded for the next America’s Cup!
Find out more: Team NZ unveils new Boat
What amazing trick did Ben Richards perform during his final run?
Answer
Ben Richards wowed everyone by doing a perfect 360 spin while skiing!
Find out more: Richards wins Ski World Title

Start a Quiz

Te Reo Articles

Watch a Video

Maths / Literacy Practice

Positive Mindset Challenge

1

Smile, It’s Contagious! 

July 12, 2026
1

Happiness Grows When You Practise It 

July 12, 2026
1

Finding Happiness

June 18, 2026

What is the Positive Mindset Challenge?

2

Literacy Booklet Term 3 2026

July 16, 2026

Odd Stuff Read more

1

Runaway Horse Leads Police Chase in the US

September 22, 2026
1

Family Sets World Record For Shared Birthday

September 21, 2026
1

Woman Wins Back World Record for Salt and Pepper

September 18, 2026
1

Man Folds 415 Paper Planes in One Hour

September 16, 2026
1

Could Poo help build Stronger Concrete?

September 15, 2026
1

Retired Firefighter Aims for World’s Biggest Sock Collection

September 2, 2026

Watch a Video

Popular this week

1

Alcaraz and Rybakina win Australian Open

February 2, 2026
1
solar farm

Largest Solar Farm built in Aotearoa

May 13, 2025
1

Google adds AI Helper to browsing

April 27, 2026
1

Airfares rise amid Fuel Costs

March 11, 2026
1

TikTok Star Khaby Lame joins UNICEF

February 4, 2025
1

Yuki Tsunoda replaces Liam Lawson

March 28, 2025

THIS or THAT

Which one is your favourite? Cast your vote - then check the results.

Favourite Potato Chip Flavour

Student Articles

1

Young Author, 11, Publishes Sci-Fi Book

September 8, 2026
1

A Robot That Learns Like A Child

September 7, 2026
1

Asteroid narrowly are going to miss Earth!

May 23, 2026
1

You are invited to a warm and happy Whānau dinner

May 23, 2026

Did You Know?

What are the three official languages being discussed in New Zealand?
Answer
New Zealand is debating making English an official language along with te reo Māori and New Zealand Sign Language!
Find out more: English official language bill debated
How much do some families spend on school uniforms each year?
Answer
Some families spend over $1,000 on school uniforms each year!
Find out more: ACT plans cheaper school uniforms
What surprising thing happens to clouds on WASP-94A b every evening?
Answer
The clouds made of rock dissolve every evening due to the heat!
Find out more: Webb Telescope Finds a new Planet
Who was chosen as the new head coach of the All Blacks?
Answer
Dave Rennie has been named the new head coach of the All Blacks!
Find out more: Rennie named All Blacks Coach
How many emergency calls did St John receive on its busiest day?
Answer
St John received a record 2,562 emergency calls in one day!
Find out more: St John faces record demand
What happened when a dog joined the Olympic ski race?
Answer
A dog ran onto the ski course and sprinted alongside the athletes, making everyone laugh!
Find out more: Dog joins Olympic Ski Race
What record did Spider-Man: Brand New Day break at the box office?
Answer
Spider-Man: Brand New Day had the second-biggest opening weekend ever, earning about NZ$1.6 billion!
Find out more: New Spider-Man film smashes Box Office records
What record did the Project Hail Mary trailer break?
Answer
The trailer for Project Hail Mary set a record for the Highest Altitude IMAX Film Trailer, shown at 101,896 feet above Earth!
Find out more: Hail Mary trailer stunt breaks records
What important agreement was signed on February 6, 1840?
Answer
Te Tiriti o Waitangi, or the Treaty of Waitangi, was signed by many Māori chiefs and the British Crown.
Find out more: A short guide to Te Tiriti o Waitangi
What impressive achievement did Aiden Markram reach during the match?
Answer
Aiden Markram scored a quick fifty in just 19 balls, the fastest for South Africa in the tournament!
Find out more: South Africa beat Black Caps

Vocabulary

  • trust Believing that someone or something is reliable. I trust my friend to keep my secret.
  • editorial Related to the content or articles in a publication. The editorial team decides what news to publish.
  • independent Not controlled by others; free to make choices. An independent news source reports without outside influence.
    • Find the words in the article:Do you trust our News?

    World