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Did You Know?

What big change is happening to the NCEA qualification for students?
The NCEA qualification will be replaced with a brand-new system!
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!
What makes the Enhanced Games different from the Olympics?
In the Enhanced Games, athletes can use performance-enhancing drugs that are usually banned in other sports.
What exciting milestone did the Wellington Phoenix women achieve recently?
The Wellington Phoenix women reached the A-League Women’s grand final for the first time ever!
What major dairy brands are changing ownership?
Fonterra is selling its brands, including Mainland and Anchor, to Lactalis.
How long did David Rush balance a running chainsaw on his chin?
David Rush balanced a running chainsaw on his chin for over four minutes!
Which New Zealand restaurant was the only Samoan restaurant to win a Michelin star?
Tala is the only Samoan restaurant in the world to receive a Michelin star!
What is the name of the newly discovered dinosaur in the Sahara?
The new dinosaur is called Spinosaurus mirabilis, and it lived nearly 100 million years ago!
What impressive achievement did Aiden Markram reach during the match?
Aiden Markram scored a quick fifty in just 19 balls, the fastest for South Africa in the tournament!
What did scientists originally think the Pohlsepia mazonensis fossil was?
Scientists thought it was the world's oldest octopus, but it's actually a relative of the nautilus!
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How old is the oldest competitive pool player in the world?
Maggie Kennedy is 98 years old and still plays pool competitively!
How many episodes has The Simpsons reached?
The Simpsons has reached an amazing 800 episodes!
How much do some families spend on school uniforms each year?
Some families spend over $1,000 on school uniforms each year!
What special feature will the 2026 Commonwealth Games medals have?
The medals will include braille for the first time!
What happened when a dog joined the Olympic ski race?
A dog ran onto the ski course and sprinted alongside the athletes, making everyone laugh!
How do scientists learn about the Gilbert's potoroo's diet?
Scientists study the potoroo's poo to find out what it eats!
What ancient tools did Māori navigators use to find New Zealand?
Māori navigators used stars, ocean currents, and winds to guide their waka hourua canoes across the Pacific Ocean.
What famous song did Shakira perform for the 2010 World Cup?
Shakira performed the hit song 'Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)' for the 2010 World Cup.
What happens when someone smiles at you?
When someone smiles at you, it often makes you want to smile back, spreading happiness!
What was special about the All Whites' win against Chile?
It was the All Whites' first-ever victory over a South American team!

Vocabulary

  • funding Money given for a specific purpose. The school received funding to buy new books.
  • initiative A new plan or idea to improve something. The new initiative helps students learn math better.
  • support Help or assistance given to someone. Teachers provide support to students who need extra help.