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Pauline Kana set the record at 99 years old, making her the oldest crowd surfer!
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There are now more than 1,000 different Pokémon for players to discover!
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In Auckland and Christchurch, recycling bins can be taken away after three strikes for contamination!
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What special feature was designed for athletes at the Winter Paralympics?
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A special front row for wheelchair users was created so everyone could enjoy the event together!
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What does the statue by Banksy represent?
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How many goals did Belgium score in their match against New Zealand?
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Belgium scored a total of 5 goals in the match against New Zealand.
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What makes the yellow-bellied sea snake special?
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The yellow-bellied sea snake is a protected species in New Zealand!
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Southern Brown Kiwis usually lay only one egg a year!
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What happens when a cricket match is washed out?
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When a cricket match is washed out, it means heavy rain stops the game before it can start, and both teams get one point each!
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How much untreated sewage was spilled into the sea each day?
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About 70 million litres of untreated sewage were spilled into the sea every day!
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