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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...

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China fires large missile into Pacific

China test-launched a long-range ballistic missile into the South Pacific on Monday, giving New Zealand only a few hours’ notice...

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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 is hypersonic speed?

Hypersonic speed is flying faster than five times the speed of sound!

Find out more: Rocket Lab tests Hypersonic Rocket

What important agreements did New Zealand, Samoa, and Tonga sign during their meetings?

They signed agreements to tackle crime and improve education together!

Find out more: Luxon builds Pacific ties

How far has Jono already swum on his journey?

Jono has swum more than 545 kilometres on his journey!

Find out more: Jono Swims the North Island Coast

What amazing time did Sabastian Sawe run the marathon in?

Sabastian Sawe ran the marathon in just 1 hour, 59 minutes, and 30 seconds!

Find out more: Sawe and Assefa make Marathon History

What did New Zealand Rugby do for Moana Pasifika players?

New Zealand Rugby is paying the wages of Moana Pasifika players after the team faced financial troubles.

Find out more: NZ Rugby pays Moana Pasifika Players

What is special about the Artemis II mission?

The Artemis II mission will be the first time humans travel to the Moon in over 50 years!

Find out more: Artemis II Moon Mission delayed to March

What is misconduct in public office?

Misconduct in public office happens when someone misuses their trusted position. It means they might have done something wrong while working for the public.

Find out more: King Charles’ Brother arrested

What big change is happening to the NCEA qualification for students?

The NCEA qualification will be replaced with a brand-new system!

Find out more: Big Changes for Schools in Budget 2026

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!

Find out more: Lego expanding into Football

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What unusual task did the digger operator do at the competition?

Steven George used his excavator to slice a pizza!

Find out more: Digger pizza-slicing competition

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What unique method does the ballista spider use to catch ants?

The ballista spider uses a spring-loaded trap to launch ants into the air!

Find out more: Spider sets Spring-Loaded Trap

What will new citizens in New Zealand have to do to prove their knowledge?

New Zealand will soon require new citizens to pass a test about the country’s life and government.

Find out more: New Zealand to introduce Citizenship Test

What can help your brain think more creatively?

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

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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 new tool is helping track student progress in New Zealand schools?

The SMART progress monitoring tool helps schools track how students are doing in reading, writing, and maths.

Find out more: New Smart tool to track student progress

What major event was happening when the security scare occurred?

The security scare happened during the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner.

Find out more: Dinner Event stopped after Security Scare

What unusual talent did contestants show at the seagull screeching championship?

Contestants tried to mimic the loud cry of seagulls!

Find out more: Seagull screeching championships held

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artisan A skilled worker who makes things by hand. The artisan created beautiful pottery for the market.

visual effects Special effects added to movies to create amazing images. The visual effects made the spaceship look real in the film.

community A group of people living in the same area or sharing interests. The community came together to celebrate the festival.

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