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The new thrill ride at Sky Tower is called SkyRide!
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The Major Oak tree was about 1,200 years old when it died!
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57 percent of people trust RNZ, making it New Zealand's most trusted news brand!
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  • slopestyle A type of snowboarding competition with obstacles. In slopestyle, snowboarders perform tricks on jumps and rails.
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