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Did You Know?

What major event happened when Ethel was just two years old?
Ethel was only two years old when the Titanic sank in 1912!
What was the score of the final match between the Black Ferns and Australia?
The Black Ferns won the match with a score of 22-21!
What big energy upgrade is happening on Stewart Island?
Stewart Island is getting a solar farm to help save on electricity costs!
How far has Jono already swum on his journey?
Jono has swum more than 545 kilometres on his journey!
What is a fun way to learn about news stories?
You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!
What types of seabirds were rescued by Wellington Zoo after the storm?
Wellington Zoo rescued albatrosses, petrels, and penguins after a storm!
What unusual discovery was made on the beach in South Wales?
More than 400 Victorian shoes washed up on a beach in South Wales!
Did you know the Wellington Phoenix scored three goals in their last match?
Yes! They scored three goals to win 3-1 against Sydney FC.
What special meal do families share to celebrate the Chinese New Year?
Families share a reunion dinner, which is the most important meal of the year!
What is a fun way to learn about news stories?
You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!

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How many tries did the All Blacks score in their match against the Sharks?
The All Blacks scored a total of eight tries during the match!
What exciting event will Auckland host in 2028?
Auckland will host the PSA Squash World Championships in February 2028!
What special effects company from New Zealand won a BAFTA award?
Wētā FX won a BAFTA for visual effects for Avatar: Fire and Ash!
What unique role did Taylor Swift's brother play in her wedding?
Taylor Swift's brother was her 'man of honour' at the wedding!
What amazing number of new ocean species were discovered in just one year?
Scientists found 1,121 new marine species in one year!
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 can happen if a dog eats toxic algae?
Eating even a small piece of toxic algae can be very dangerous for dogs and might even kill them!
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!
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!

Vocabulary

  • humanoid Having human-like characteristics. The humanoid robot can walk and run like a person.
  • record The best performance in a particular activity. She set a new record for the fastest time in the race.
  • competition An event where people or teams compete against each other. The robot competition had over 2000 robots participating.