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Kiwi Kids Quiz – 16th October 2026

Switzerland’s Glaciers melting at Record Pace

Switzerland’s famous mountain glaciers have been melting at a near-record pace this year, with scientists warning the ice is disappearing...

New Zealand Apple Bred to beat the heat

A New Zealand company has launched a new family of apples specially bred to grow well in hot weather, as...

Kiribati claims First-Ever Football title

The Pacific nation of Kiribati has won its first-ever football title, beating Seaqaqa FC 6-1 in the final of Fiji’s...

Kiwi Kids Quiz – 16th October 2026

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New Zealand Apple Bred to beat the heat

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Kiwi Kids Quiz – 16th October 2026

October 16, 2026

Switzerland’s Glaciers melting at Record Pace

October 15, 2026

Scientists Win Nobel Prize for Brain ‘Light Switches’

October 14, 2026

Chubby Bear Backpack wins Fat Bear Week

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Kiribati claims First-Ever Football title

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Kiwi Windsurfer Aimee Bright wins World Title

October 14, 2026

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What makes the $100 coffee so special?

The $100 coffee scored 96.2 out of 100 for quality, making it one of the best in the world!

Find out more: Christchurch Café’s Coffee costs $100 a cup

Find out more: World Marks 25 Years Since 9/11 Attacks

What age group might soon be allowed to ride on footpaths?

Children under 12 could soon be allowed to cycle on footpaths, making it safer for them!

Find out more: Children may ride on Footpaths

How tall were the waves that hit Wellington's coast?

The waves reached an incredible height of 11 meters!

Find out more: Huge waves hit Wellington Coast

What is the Government's plan for local streaming apps in New Zealand?

The Government wants local streaming apps to be easy to find on smart TVs in New Zealand.

Find out more: NZ Apps may get Prime TV spot

How old is the oldest competitive pool player in the world?

Maggie Kennedy is 98 years old and still plays pool competitively!

Find out more: Oldest Competitive Pool Player

What six planets lined up in the night sky recently?

The six planets that lined up are Mercury, Venus, Saturn, Jupiter, Uranus, and Neptune!

Find out more: Six Planets aligned

How many times has Canterbury won the Ranfurly Shield?

Canterbury has won the Ranfurly Shield a record 18 times!

Find out more: Canterbury win back Ranfurly Shield

What age did Pauline Kana achieve her crowd-surfing record?

Pauline Kana set the record at 99 years old, making her the oldest crowd surfer!

Find out more: Granny sets Crowd-Surfing record

What special ability will the new robots have?

The robots will be able to use sign language to help Deaf Māori connect with their culture.

Find out more: Robots being Built to Sign for Deaf Māori

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Which team beat the Suns 119–84 in one of the opening games?

The Magic won their opening game against the Pistons by 11 points.

Find out more: NBA play offs start for 2025/26 season

Why are people in South Westland worried about deer?

Wild deer numbers have grown very quickly, causing concerns for farmers and conservationists.

Find out more: South Westland Deer numbers rise

What amazing milestone did Sir David Attenborough recently celebrate?

Sir David Attenborough just turned 100 years old!

Find out more: Sir David Attenborough turns 100

What exciting event are the Black Foils returning to?

The Black Foils are returning to SailGP racing in Halifax!

Find out more: Black Foils set for SailGP return

Did you know Liam Lawson is stepping in for another driver?

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Find out more: Liam Lawson returns to Red Bull

If you could rename one place in New Zealand based on what it looks like, what would you call it?

Aotearoa even has an official board just for place names, and in 2024 it celebrated 100 years of official place naming. That means people have been carefully recording, checking, and protecting place names for a whole century.

Find out more: How Aotearoa got its Place Names

What unique music discovery project was created in Auckland during New Zealand Music Month?

Auckland turned laundromats into music spots with 'washing machine jukeboxes'!

Find out more: New Zealand music month: What it’s all about

What is the name of the new apple variety launched in Vietnam?

The new apple variety is called Joli, and it's from New Zealand!

Find out more: Kiwi-Grown Apple Makes World Debut in Vietnam

What can penguin poo tell scientists about climate change?

Penguin poo can show what they eat and how climate change affects them!

Find out more: Penguin Poo reveals climate clues

What is the value of Finn Allen's new cricket contract?

Finn Allen's new contract is worth NZ$740,000 over three years!

Find out more: Black Cap signs Record-Breaking Cricket deal

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