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What special blocks were installed at Wellington Airport for safety?
Answer
Wellington Airport installed special energy-absorbing blocks called EMAS to keep planes safe.
Find out more: Wellington airport undergoes upgrade
Which famous footballers are being celebrated in the new Lego sets?
Answer
Lego is celebrating Vinicius Jr, Kylian Mbappe, Lionel Messi, and Cristiano Ronaldo with new sets!
Find out more: Lego expanding into Football
Did you know that New Zealand has its first rubber road made from recycled tyres?
Answer
The rubber road in Glentunnel used about 1,797 recycled tyres!
Find out more: New Zealand’s first rubber road
What clever tricks do advertisers use to catch your attention?
Answer
Advertisers use colors, music, and stories to persuade you.
Find out more: Advertising: how it persuades you
What special award did Hamish Kerr win at the Halberg Awards?
Answer
Hamish Kerr won the Supreme Halberg Award, New Zealand's top sports honor!
Find out more: Kerr tops Halberg Awards
Why do some sneakers cost $20 while others cost $200?
Answer
The price of sneakers can vary based on materials, labor, and brand reputation!
Find out more: Why do things cost different amounts?
Which WNBA team drafted Charlisse Leger-Walker?
Answer
Charlisse Leger-Walker became the youngest player to play for New Zealand’s senior women’s team when she was just 16 years old.
Find out more: Leger-Walker makes Basketball History
What are the four phases of New Zealand's National Fuel Plan?
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New Zealand's National Fuel Plan has four phases to manage fuel shortages, starting with no restrictions.
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What is the new T20 competition that New Zealand Cricket is planning?
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New Zealand Cricket is planning the NZ20 franchise league to replace the Super Smash.
Find out more: NZ20 Franchise league chosen
What important lesson did Bashii the tiger teach visitors at the zoo?
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Bashii helped teach visitors about the dangers facing wild tigers and how to protect them.
Find out more: Beloved Tiger Bashii Dies at Wellington Zoo

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  • fossil The remains of a plant or animal from a long time ago. Scientists study fossils to learn about dinosaurs.
  • herbivore An animal that eats only plants. A Triceratops is a herbivore because it eats plants.
  • auction A public sale where items are sold to the highest bidder. The dinosaur fossil will be sold at an auction in Singapore.
    • Find the words in the article:Dinosaur Fossil Heads to Auction

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