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Did You Know?

Did you know that New Zealand has its first rubber road made from recycled tyres?
The rubber road in Glentunnel used about 1,797 recycled tyres!
How long do you now have to use a gift card in New Zealand?
You now have at least three years to use gift cards in New Zealand!
What record did the Project Hail Mary trailer break?
The trailer for Project Hail Mary set a record for the Highest Altitude IMAX Film Trailer, shown at 101,896 feet above Earth!
What surprising thing happened to Hamish Elliott during the race?
Hamish Elliott fell out of his kayak into the river but still won the race!
What position did Liam Lawson finish in the Chinese Grand Prix?
Liam Lawson finished in seventh place at the Chinese Grand Prix!
How old is Fancy, the oldest living horse?
Fancy is 37 years and 329 days old!
What special features do LEGO's Smart Bricks have?
LEGO's Smart Bricks can light up, make sounds, and react to movement!
Why are people in South Westland worried about deer?
Wild deer numbers have grown very quickly, causing concerns for farmers and conservationists.
What is hypersonic speed?
Hypersonic speed is flying faster than five times the speed of sound!
What amazing way do young spiders travel to new places?
Young spiders travel by releasing silk threads into the air and using the wind to float away!

Vocabulary

  • fares The price you pay for a ticket. The bus fares went up this month.
  • economist A person who studies money and how it works. The economist explained why prices are changing.
  • temporary Something that lasts for a short time. They put up a temporary sign for the event.