Did You Know?
How many sea lion pups were born last season in Dunedin?
Last season, 38 sea lion pups were born along the Otago coast!
What unique activity do people do at the Bloco da Lama celebration?
At Bloco da Lama, people cover themselves in mud and have fun!
Did you know who the new coach of England's Test cricket team is?
Stephen Fleming, a former New Zealand captain, is the new coach!
What do you get when you spend $30 at Woolworths?
You can receive a Disney Ooshie when you spend $30 at Woolworths!
What ancient animal's remains were found in the Danube River?
Experts found the remains of an ancient mammoth along the Danube River!
How fast did the Lawn Queen mow the grass?
Hali Rieman mowed a football field-sized area in just 14 minutes and 51 seconds!
What special moment did LeBron and Bronny achieve in the NBA?
LeBron James made history by assisting his son Bronny in a game, marking the first father-son assist in NBA history!
How far did the Qantas plane fly in its record-breaking journey?
The Qantas plane flew an amazing 23,075 kilometers non-stop!
What happens when a cricket match is washed out?
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!
Did you know Chris Wood is the captain of the All Whites?
Chris Wood will lead New Zealand's All Whites at the 2026 FIFA World Cup!
Did You Know?
What special ability do walking sharks have?
Walking sharks can use their fins to walk on the sea floor!
What special technology will be used in Australia's new traffic lights?
Australia's new traffic lights will use artificial intelligence to manage traffic!
How many hectares did the 1080 operation cover on Stewart Island / Rakiura?
The pukunui population grew from 105 birds to 160 birds, which was the largest increase in 32 years of recovery work.
What important role does Glenariffe Stream play for salmon?
Glenariffe Stream is a key spawning area for salmon, helping them lay eggs.
How far did David Rush catch the tennis ball behind his back?
David Rush caught a tennis ball from an amazing distance of 60.6 meters!
How long were ships unable to cross the Strait of Hormuz?
Ships were unable to cross the Strait of Hormuz for 110 days before the agreement.
How old is Gertie the Chicken, the oldest living chicken?
Gertie is 15 years and 100 days old, making her the oldest living chicken in the world!
What important lesson did Bashii the tiger teach visitors at the zoo?
Bashii helped teach visitors about the dangers facing wild tigers and how to protect them.
What types of shellfish are banned from collection in the Hauraki Gulf?
The ban includes mussels, pāua, and packhorse rock lobster near Waiheke Island!
How many KitKat bars were stolen in the heist?
A whopping 413,793 KitKat bars were stolen from a lorry!
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