Did You Know?
What amazing way do young spiders travel to new places?
Young spiders travel by releasing silk threads into the air and using the wind to float away!
How long has the Seddon Memorial Town Clock been watching over Rotorua?
The Seddon Memorial Town Clock has been in Rotorua for over 100 years!
What is one way to practice happiness?
One fun way to practice happiness is by playing games!
What important shipping route could reopen if the peace agreement is signed?
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the busiest shipping lanes in the world!
Which team did Moana Pasifika beat in an exciting match at North Harbour Stadium?
Moana Pasifika won four of their five matches at North Harbour Stadium last year.
How many goals did Messi score in the match against Austria?
Messi scored two goals in the match against Austria, breaking the World Cup record!
What unique role did Taylor Swift's brother play in her wedding?
Taylor Swift's brother was her 'man of honour' at the wedding!
How many runs did Tawhid Hridoy score to help Bangladesh win?
Tawhid Hridoy scored an amazing 51 runs to lead Bangladesh to victory!
How long do you now have to use a gift card in New Zealand?
You now have at least three years to use gift cards in New Zealand!
Did You Know?
What is the name of the giant trout statue in Gore?
The giant trout statue in Gore is getting an official name through a fun competition!
What is a fun way to learn about news stories?
You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!
What happens to your money when inflation rises?
When inflation rises, your money can buy less than before, like needing more points in a game to buy the same snack!
What did Jewish kids enjoy before the Holocaust began?
Before the Holocaust, Jewish kids played soccer, ate ice cream, and had big dreams!
Did you know that Raglan is hosting a big surfing event?
Raglan is hosting the first-ever combined men’s and women’s surfing event in New Zealand!
What should residents in Christchurch do with their tap water?
Residents in Christchurch need to boil their tap water before using it for drinking and cooking because of bacteria found in the water supply.
How many times has the Whangārei bridge lifted for boats since it opened?
The Whangārei bridge has lifted more than 25,000 times for boats!
How much tax did King Charles pay in 2024-25?
King Charles paid £12.9 million in taxes during the 2024-25 year!
What special vehicle did King Charles arrive in for the Commonwealth Games?
King Charles arrived in a Tardis from Doctor Who to open the Commonwealth Games!
Which M&M’S products were also set to get the wheat allergen advice?
The wheat allergen advice for some M&M’S products starts on 20 April 2026.
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