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Did You Know?

What exciting event will Auckland host in 2028?
Auckland will host the PSA Squash World Championships in February 2028!
What cool things can Gemini 3.1 do in your browser?
Gemini 3.1 can help you plan trips and write emails without leaving your page!
How tall is the Starship rocket that SpaceX launched?
The Starship rocket is an impressive 124 meters tall!
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.
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!
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 type of bird was found sick with bird flu in Australia?
A northern giant petrel was found sick with bird flu in Australia!
How many runs did Tawhid Hridoy score to help Bangladesh win?
Tawhid Hridoy scored an amazing 51 runs to lead Bangladesh to victory!
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What unusual ingredient did ancient Romans use for medicine?
Ancient Romans may have used human poo to treat infections!
What surprising comeback did Moana Pasifika make in their final match?
Moana Pasifika came back from 14-0 down to win 21-19!
What record did Daxton Hunter break?
Daxton Hunter broke the record for the fastest hopscotch course in under 50 seconds!
Why are people in Auckland buying petrol containers quickly?
People are worried that fuel prices will keep rising, so they want to buy petrol before it gets more expensive.
What was special about Finn Surman's goal in the match against Egypt?
Finn Surman's goal was the first time New Zealand led at half-time in a World Cup match!
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!
How many paper airplanes did David Rush fold in one hour?
David Rush folded an amazing 415 paper airplanes in just one hour!
What major awards did New Zealand creatives win at the 2026 Oscars?
New Zealand creatives won Best Costume Design and Best Visual Effects at the 2026 Oscars!
Did you know some people really don't like pineapple on pizza?
In Italy, many chefs believe pineapple doesn't belong on pizza because it's not traditional! Chef Davide Tamburella even lost his job over it.
What age group is the New Zealand Government's new bill aimed at?
The bill aims to stop children under 16 from using social media apps!