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What surprising comeback did Moana Pasifika make in their final match?

Moana Pasifika came back from 14-0 down to win 21-19!

Find out more: Moana Pasifika beat Brumbies in final match

How many runs did England need to win the match?

England needed 160 runs to win the match against New Zealand.

Find out more: England beat Black Caps

What is the oldest whale fossil site ever discovered?

The world's oldest whale fossil site is over five million years old and found deep in the Indian Ocean!

Find out more: Ancient Whale Fossils found deep undersea

Did you know that New Zealand has its first rubber road made from recycled tyres?

The rubber road in Glentunnel used about 1,797 recycled tyres!

Find out more: New Zealand’s first rubber road

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

How much money can eligible Olympic athletes receive from the new grant?

Eligible Olympic athletes can receive US$10,000, which is about NZ$17,000!

Find out more: Olympic Athletes to receive new grants

How many goals did Elijah Just score in the match?

Elijah Just scored two goals for New Zealand in the match!

Find out more: New Zealand draw with Iran at World Cup

What ancient insect was named after a famous race car driver?

A newly discovered ancient wasp species was named Gwesped Piastrii after Oscar Piastri!

Find out more: Ancient Wasp named after Piastri

What new way could New Zealanders show their driver’s licence?

New Zealanders might soon show their driver’s licence on their phones instead of using a plastic card!

Find out more: Digital Driver Licences introduced

What was the score of the match between Tottenham and Auckland FC?

Tottenham Hotspur won the match 2-0 against Auckland FC!

Find out more: Tottenham Beat Auckland FC in Friendly

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What unusual ingredient did ancient Romans use for medicine?

Ancient Romans may have used human poo to treat infections!

Find out more: Ancient Romans used Poo as Medicine

What does the name 'Te Au Roa o Te Rakihouia' mean?

It means 'The Long Wake of Te Rakihouia' and honors a historical figure.

Find out more: New marine reserves protect southern coast

How much did the record-breaking bull sell for?

The record-breaking bull sold for a whopping $168,000!

Find out more: Record Bull sells for $168,000

Find out more: Swimmers win two bronze medals

What exciting milestone did the Wellington Phoenix women achieve recently?

The Wellington Phoenix women reached the A-League Women’s grand final for the first time ever!

Find out more: Phoenix Women Make History With Grand Final Spot

What did astronauts do during the air leak scare on the ISS?

The astronauts sheltered in a docked spacecraft to stay safe.

Find out more: ISS Astronauts return after leak scare

What can help your brain think more creatively?

When you feel calm and happy, your brain can think more clearly and creatively.

Find out more: Finding Happiness

What important agreement was signed on February 6, 1840?

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 special event happened with the Crusaders' horses recently?

The Crusaders' horses returned to the sidelines after being retired!

Find out more: Crusaders horses return

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