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Tori Moorby threw the javelin 60.04 metres to win silver!
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What happened during the SailGP race in Auckland?
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Two SailGP boats, Black Foils and France, collided at high speed!
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What city will the All Whites play their first World Cup match in?
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The All Whites will play their first World Cup match in Los Angeles against Iran!
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What unusual winter weather surprised New Zealand this week?
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What is special about the photographs taken by the Artemis II crew?
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What was the score of the All Blacks' third test against the Springboks?
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The Artemis II mission will be the first time humans travel to the Moon in over 50 years!
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What exciting event are the Black Foils returning to?
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