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What special celebration did Norway's football team do after their win?

Norway's football team celebrated with a Viking row after beating Senegal!

Find out more: Norway celebrates with Viking Row

How many lollies does Horners make for Air New Zealand each year?

Horners makes about 22 million lollies for Air New Zealand every year!

Find out more: Where are Air New Zealand’s famous lollies made?

What was the score of the Roosters' historic game?

The Roosters won 82-12, making it one of the biggest wins ever!

Find out more: Roosters score huge NRL Victory, making history

What important goods are transported through the Strait of Hormuz?

The Strait of Hormuz is a key route for ships carrying oil and other goods!

Find out more: Trump Says He Will Soon Claim Strait of Hormuz

What color warning was given for heavy rain in Auckland?

Auckland was given an orange heavy rain warning, which means people should be careful and prepared for bad weather!

Find out more: Storm Warnings Across North Island

How many runs did Kane Williamson score in his cricket career?

Kane Williamson scored an amazing 19,346 runs in his career!

Find out more: Williamson retires from international cricket

What unusual talent did contestants show at the seagull screeching championship?

Contestants tried to mimic the loud cry of seagulls!

Find out more: Seagull screeching championships held

Find out more: Dame Jacinda Ardern Receives Oxford Honorary Degree

Find out more: Powerful earthquake hits Japan

Find out more: Sun Returns To Antarctic After Six Weeks

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How many T-shirts did David Rush put on in one minute?

David Rush set a record by putting on 32 T-shirts in just 60 seconds!

Find out more: 32 T-Shirts put on in one minute

What is a waka and why is it important?

A waka is a traditional Māori canoe, and the Anaweka waka is a historic fragment that helps us learn about Māori culture.

Find out more: Historic Waka gets new home

What percentage of threatening events in stores were caused by repeat offenders last year?

Last year, repeat offenders were linked to 34% of threatening events in Bunnings stores.

Find out more: Bunnings adds Facial Recognition

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!

Find out more: Spider Silk covers North Island Towns

What interesting features does Pluto have that make it unique?

Pluto has mountains, valleys, plains, craters, and glaciers, making it very interesting!

Find out more: Should Pluto be a planet?

What special award has Elijah Just been nominated for?

Elijah Just has been nominated for the FIFA Goal of the Tournament award!

Find out more: Elijah Just nominated for FIFA Goal of the Tournament

What special milestone did the young shore plover achieve on Pitt Island?

The young shore plover is the first to leave its nest on Pitt Island in 150 years!

Find out more: Rare Bird returns to Pitt Island

What exciting event will take place in New Zealand in 2027?

New Zealand will host its first-ever State of Origin rugby match at Eden Park!

Find out more: 2027 State of Origin at Eden Park

How do scientists learn about the Gilbert's potoroo's diet?

Scientists study the potoroo's poo to find out what it eats!

Find out more: Scientists use poo to save rare marsupial

What important event is happening in Switzerland this Friday?

The US and Iran are signing a peace deal to end their war!

Find out more: US and Iran agree Peace Deal to end War

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