Did You Know?
What can happen if a dog eats toxic algae?
Eating even a small piece of toxic algae can be very dangerous for dogs and might even kill them!
What are the four phases of New Zealand's National Fuel Plan?
New Zealand's National Fuel Plan has four phases to manage fuel shortages, starting with no restrictions.
How do sharks help scientists predict hurricanes?
Sharks carry sensors that collect ocean data to improve hurricane predictions!
What is the new T20 competition that New Zealand Cricket is planning?
New Zealand Cricket is planning the NZ20 franchise league to replace the Super Smash.
How many times have the Springboks won the Rugby World Cup?
The Springboks have won the Rugby World Cup four times!
How much do some families spend on school uniforms each year?
Some families spend over $1,000 on school uniforms each year!
What six planets lined up in the night sky recently?
The six planets that lined up are Mercury, Venus, Saturn, Jupiter, Uranus, and Neptune!
What technology are students using to cheat on exams?
Students are using AI-powered smart glasses to cheat in exams!
What can penguin poo tell scientists about climate change?
Penguin poo can show what they eat and how climate change affects them!
Did You Know?
What unusual reason caused schools to close in Japan?
A bear was roaming the streets, which made schools close for safety!
What type of weather is expected in New Zealand this week?
New Zealand is expecting strong winds, heavy rain, and even snow!
What colour was the robot Lightning?
The robot Lightning beat the human half-marathon world record by more than six minutes.
How many tries did the All Blacks score in their match against the Sharks?
The All Blacks scored a total of eight tries during the match!
How do rice seeds know when to sprout?
Rice seeds can hear the sound of rain and grow faster when they do! They sprout about 24% quicker when they hear raindrops.
What unusual discovery was made on the beach in South Wales?
More than 400 Victorian shoes washed up on a beach in South Wales!
What famous railway was Nithe Station a part of during WWII?
Nithe Station was part of the Death Railway, built during World War II.
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!
How many LEGO bricks did Tommy Schmidt use to build the sausage?
Tommy Schmidt used 65,000 LEGO bricks to create the giant sausage!
How do satellites help scientists study New Zealand's coastline?
Satellites provide detailed images that show changes in coastal waters, helping scientists understand the impact of climate change.
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