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Kiwi Kids Quiz – 30th October 2026

Deadly High-Speed Train Crash in Spain

At least 68 people have died and dozens more have been hurt after two high-speed trains crashed in central Spain...

Otago Man Plants Giant Kauri Forest by Hand

An Otago man has finished planting 14,000 kauri trees by hand on his farmland, creating what is likely to be...

India Smash Black Caps to Win T20 Series

India have thrashed the Black Caps by six wickets in Wellington to win their Twenty20 cricket series, after opener Abhishek...

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Did You Know?

How many paper airplanes did David Rush fold in one hour?

David Rush folded an amazing 415 paper airplanes in just one hour!

Find out more: Man Folds 415 Paper Planes in One Hour

What speed did the SpaceX rocket part travel when it crashed into the Moon?

The SpaceX rocket part zoomed towards the Moon at about 5,400 miles per hour!

Find out more: SpaceX Rocket part crashes into the Moon

How much did the T. rex skeleton Gus sell for?

Gus, the T. rex skeleton, sold for a record-breaking NZ$85.7 million!

Find out more: T. Rex skeleton sells for record $85 Million

Did you know who the new coach of England's Test cricket team is?

Stephen Fleming, a former New Zealand captain, is the new coach!

Find out more: Fleming takes England Cricket Role

What was special about Kiribati's football win?

Kiribati won its first-ever football title in a big tournament!

Find out more: Kiribati claims First-Ever Football title

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Did you know Chris Wood became the All Whites' all-time leader in appearances?

Chris Wood played his 89th game for the All Whites, making him the all-time leader!

Find out more: All Whites lose warm-up match

What unusual law in Switzerland helps guinea pigs stay happy?

In Switzerland, it's illegal to own just one guinea pig because they get lonely. Owners must have at least two for their happiness!

Find out more: Milli’s Top Five: The World’s Strangest Laws

What tasty treat is at the center of New Zealand and Australia's debate?

The sausage sizzle, a sausage in bread with onions, is the tasty treat sparking debate!

Find out more: Did New Zealand invent the Sausage Sizzle?

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Why were the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Formula 1 races cancelled in April?

The races were cancelled due to safety concerns from conflicts in the Middle East.

Find out more: April Formula 1 races cancelled

What do you think makes tap water taste good?

Manawatū's tap water was named the best in New Zealand for its great taste!

Find out more: Manawatū wins NZ’s best Tap Water title

What exciting event will Auckland host in 2028?

Auckland will host the PSA Squash World Championships in February 2028!

Find out more: Auckland to host 2028 Squash World Champs

How many contestants participated in the Miss World finals?

More than 111 contestants from around the world took part in the Miss World finals!

Find out more: Cook Islander crowned Miss World Oceania

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

What did the goldfish Blub drive to set a world record?

Blub drove a tiny car built by his owner, Thomas de Wolf, which responded to his movements in a water tank!

Find out more: Goldfish drives a car

Find out more: Hobbs Sprints to Commonwealth Gold

How did the Black Sticks win their match against the USA?

The Black Sticks won by scoring all their penalty shootout attempts and making key saves!

Find out more: Black Sticks reach Nations Cup final

What record did Finn Allen break during the T20 World Cup semi-final?

Finn Allen scored the fastest century ever in a T20 World Cup match, hitting 100 runs in just 33 balls!

Find out more: Black Caps into T20 final

What special title did Jinny Lu win at the dog competition?

Jinny Lu, a rescue pug, won the title of the World’s Ugliest Dog!

Find out more: Rescue Pug wins ugliest dog contest

Vocabulary

collection A group of items that someone gathers together. Linda has a collection of salt and pepper packets.

record A best achievement that is officially recognized. She broke the world record for her collection.

hobby An activity done for fun in free time. Collecting packets is her favorite hobby.

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