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Kmart's new store will have a special layout that moves checkouts to the front!
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New Zealand's highest successful run chase in T20 World Cup history is 183 runs!
Find out more: New Zealand Win T20 World Cup Opener
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Tottenham Hotspur won the match 2-0 against Auckland FC!
Find out more: Tottenham Beat Auckland FC in Friendly
How many tries did the All Blacks score in their match against the Sharks?
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The All Blacks scored a total of eight tries during the match!
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What do you think makes tap water taste good?
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Manawatū's tap water was named the best in New Zealand for its great taste!
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Around 3,000 athletes from 74 nations took part in the Games!
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What unexpected creature do the Minions summon for their movie?
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The Minions accidentally summon Goomi, a cute green creature instead of a scary monster!
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What toy helped the baby monkey Punch feel safe?
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Punch the monkey was given a soft orangutan toy named Djungelskog to comfort him after being abandoned.
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  • proposal A plan or suggestion put forward for others to think about. The proposal to allow kids to ride on footpaths is exciting!
  • pedestrian A person who is walking, not riding a bike or driving. Pedestrians need to be careful when crossing the street.
  • scooter A small vehicle with two wheels that you ride by pushing with your foot. I love riding my scooter to the park!
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