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Did you know MAKURU is amazing for planting vegetables and roses?!

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Did you know... if you hold a WA driver's license, there is $100 waiting for you come July 1!?

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Do you know what the best sleeping position is for your health?!

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Did you know the Thrombolites are living rock called Noorook?!

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Did you know a day on Venus is the length of 243 days on Earth?!

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ARIA Hall of Fame inducted six artists this year including Kate Ceberano

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Do you know the difference between showers and rain?!

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Today is Neale Daniher's State Funeral which will be live streamed from 11 am AWST

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Today is National Donald Duck Day - 92 years of celebrating our temperamental little duck

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Today is World Ocean Day - how can you help our waterways?!

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Today is World Environment Day - how can you help?!

12

Did you know that Polar Bear's have black skin?!

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Did you know that Play-Doh was originally invented to clean wallpaper?!

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Do you know how fingerprints are formed in the womb?!

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Today is 65 Roses Day - all to raise awareness for Cystic Fibrosis 🌹

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Did you know the ocean is responsible for over half of the world's oxygen?!

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Did you know Gigantor was the original 'Iron Man'?!

18

Did you hear about the Rockingham Barbershop Break-in? All for a free hair cut?!

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Jim Henson’s Labyrinth: 40th Anniversary in Concert is coming to Perth in October

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Today is Australia's Biggest Morning Tea for the Cancer Council - but you can still get involved

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Did you know that ELEPHANTS can communicate with their feet?!

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Did you know that a prawn's heart and stomach are in its head?!

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Did you know a lightning strike is 5 times hotter than the surface of the sun?!

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Today is International Hummus Day - but do you know what it means?!

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Today is International Nurses Day - a nod to Florence Nightingale aka The Lady with the Lamp.

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Today is 'Eat What You Want Day'... what is your guilty food pleasure?!

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Today is World Red Cross Day and Red Crescent Day

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What does Mum really want for Mother's Day?!

29

Bluey's Special Edition Coins are out TODAY at Australia Post Offices!!

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Today is International Day of the Midwife and the theme 'One Million More Midwives'

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Did you know that your nose gets warm when you lie?

32

Did you know that DANCING is good for your health?!!

33

Today is Workers Memorial Day - how can you make a difference?!

34

We commemorate ANZAC Day with a few facts on the important history of the day.

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Did you know it's virtually impossible to lick your elbow?!

36

Did you know that a SNAKE goes 'blind' before shedding its skin?!

37

Did you know SCORPIONS glow in the dark!?!

38

Do you know how to master the Art of Good Conversation?! Just add cheese!

39

Taylor Swift's is taking wedding gown inspiration from a Hollywood Icon - but who?!

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Did you know that an Octopus' heart stops when it swims?!

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Australia will roll out ROBLOX restrictions from June to keep our kids safe.

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Gout Goutt has broken the Australian 200m Record with 19.67s run.

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Did you know that Cat and Dog urine glows under a black light?!

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Did you know the City of Rockingham's Performance in the Park has been rescheduled?!On Saturday 18 April, Performance in the Park returns with a unique mix of giant puppets, illuminated installations and imaginative experiences for all ages.

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So much school holiday fun to be had in Mandurah and Rockingham

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Today is World Health Day - Let's come together for health. #StandWithScience 💙

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Do you know how big the biggest Easter Egg in the World is?!

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Today is April Fools Day - but where did it originate?!

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Did you know that 76% of people eat their Easter Bunnies ears first?!

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Did you know we got over 100 mm of rainfall in Mandurah on Saturday?!

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Do you know how cyclones are formed?!

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Did you know that identical twins have different fingerprints?!

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Do you know what really happens when your arm or leg 'falls asleep'?!

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World Water Day was 22nd of March - What ways do you conserve water in your household?

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Do you know why lifting a glass in celebration is called 'RAISING A TOAST?'

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Did you know that babies have more bones than adults? But why?!

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Did you know there is an easy way to test if an EGG is rotten or not?!

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Todays is St. Patrick's Day - here's NOT what to say to an Irishman!

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Have you ever heard of a Melodica?! What a cool little instrument.

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Today is Friday the 13th!! Some consider it unlucky! Do you have any superstitions?!

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Did you know that Aussies can vote for INXS in the Rock N' Roll Hall of Fame

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Did you know that KEN originally had felt hair?!

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Did you know there are MERMAIDS coming to Mandurah for Crab Fest!!!!

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Did you know that OWLS can turn their heads nearly all the way around?!

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Today is World Obesity Day - Find out what you can do to stay healthy!!

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What is the best time to see the Full Blood Moon tonight?

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Want to see the planets align? It's happening this Saturday just after sunset!?

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Ever noticed the word LONGEVITY sounds like it has TWO G’s… even though there’s only one?

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Did you know some species of FROGS can freeze in Winter, and thaw out in Spring?!

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Have you seen PUNCH? The little snow monkey who has won the world's heart?!

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Did you know that GIRAFFES have the same amount of neck bones as humans?

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Did you know that WOMBAT POOP is cubed?!

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We remember AC/DC's Bon Scott who passed away today in 1980 at just 33.

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Did you know it's the Year of the Fire Horse? So what is that exactly?!

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Did you know today is the first SOLAR ECLIPSE of the year, called 'Ring of Fire'?!

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Did you know that COWS & HORSES sleep standing up? But... why?!

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Did you know the Caterpillar has TWELVE eyes?!

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Did you know the Fremantle Dockers are taking on Melbourne Demons in Mandurah?!

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How well do you know the World’s National Animals?

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Did you know the Metals & Junk Verge Side Collection has started in Mandurah?!

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Do you know what the first Chocolate Bar in Australia was?!

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Did you know that the Spud Shed has its own brand of Potato Chips?!

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Today is National Chocolate Fondue Day - What's Your Fave Way To Fondue?!

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It's World Cancer Day - Your Donations Today Are Doubled!!

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Do you think a Full Moon affects your sleep or behaviour?!

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Do you know how many kids are heading back to school today in WA?!

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Did you know that Sharks can't whistle... or climb trees?!

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Did you know that Chewing Gum is Banned in Singapore?!

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Did you know that Dentine on your teeth can't ever fully grow back?!

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A few fun facts about Australia in the lead up to Australia Day

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Missed out on Scorchers final tickets? - Second round tix on sale Saturday morning.

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Did you happen to see the Aurora Australis last night? AKA... the Southern Lights?!

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Which country has the cleanest air in the world?!

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Did you know that deep belly laughter can burn calories?!

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Did you know Gen Z's are calling the new 'Karen'.... 'Jessica'?!

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Did you know that BROCCOLI is a man-made vegetable?!

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Do you know why we forget our dreams as soon as we wake up?!

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Did you know that the metal GALLIUM can melt in your hand?

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Did you know there is a viral flu called SUPER K which originated in Australia?!

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Did you know AVOCADOS don't ripen until you take them off the tree?!

101

LEGO have announced a revolutionary new Smart Brick!!

102

Did you know that most insects lay eggs?!!

103

What do Christmas Elves do at the North Pole all year round?!

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What are the characteristics of Elves?!

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Did you know that Santa's Elves are Super Spies?!

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Did you know Santa's Elves are paid in candy canes and sweets?!

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Do you know how Christmas Crackers came about?!

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Did you know TINSEL used to be made from pure silver?!

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We have lots of festive fun going on in our region - including the Rockingham Christmas Lights Launch.

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Do you know what is trending on Aussie tables for Christmas?!

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Do you now what the highest grossing Christmas movie of all time is?

112

Did you know that Christmas Trees were originally decorated with Fruit?

113

How did they used to light up Christmas Trees before electricity was invented?!

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Do you know what 'hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobia' means?!

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How to Prep for 'Stranger Things' Season 5

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Who holds the Guiness World Record for the Largest Christmas Tree?!

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The Macquarie Dictionary Word of the Year is AI SLOP.

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When do you put up your Christmas Tree?!

119

Move over Carolina Reaper - there is a NEW Hottest Chilli in town

120

Australia is breaking fresh government tech ground with Kids Social Shutdowns

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Today is World Toilet Day - but its' more than just where we do 'Our Business!'

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Did you know that Dogs are emotional geniuses?!

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Today we are celebrating creamy, and delicious BUTTER

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Today is World Diabetes Day. Do you know the warning signs?!

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Do you know how the Southern Lights form their colours?

126

Did you know a new species of bee has been discovered in WA

127

Today is Remembrance Day - Lest We Forget

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Have you ever heard of Operation Dung Beetle Drop?!

129

Do you know why we have Black Friday Sales?!

130

Did you know the real reason why they celebrate 'Bonfire Night' in England?

131

Some Trick or Treating Tips For You This Halloween!

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Did you know where Pumpkin Carving for Halloween originated?!

133

Do you know what the Top Trending Halloween Outfits for Halloween are?!

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A Few Halloween Facts in the lead up to Halloween!

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Do you know what CC and BCC means in an email?!

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A Few Spooky Facts on National Horror Day - What's Your Favourite Horror Movie?

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Did you know ALUMINIUM is a super metal?! Find out why...

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It's Green Waste Verge Collection in the City of Mandurah. When is your Area Up?!

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Have you ever wondered what Thunder actually is?!

140

A Few Out Of This World Facts About The Late Great KISS Guitarist Ace Frehley

141

Today is World Food Day - How can you help?!

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Today is National Ride 2 Work Day. So, how can you get involved?!

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Do you know when the first Mobile Phone was released?!

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Do you know why Greenwich Mean Time is a thing?!

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Today is World Mental Health Day!💚 What's your favourite self-care strategy?!

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Did you know that SINGING is good for your health?!

147

Today is World Octopus Day... but what does it mean?!

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Today is World Smile Day - So, How Can You Participate?!

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Did you know Dame Jane Goodall discovered the link between humans and chimps?!

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What does your coffee say about you?!

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Do you know what causes Hay Fever?!

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Did you know that Dolphins have echolocation?! What's that you ask...

153

Do you know Flamingos are white when they're born? So, how do they turn pink?!

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Did you know in Mexico they eat Chocolate Covered Ants?!

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Did you know lemons float and limes sink? But why?!!

156

Did you know the Waroona Show has been going for 100 years?!

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Today is Talk Like a Pirate Day, Grenache Day, Thank a Tradie Day, & Finish at 4pm Day!!

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Do you know the difference between Snow, Hail, Sleet & GRAUPLE?!

159

Did you know that the tabs on the side of a Juice Box serve a very important purpose?!

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Do you now why letters are called 'Uppercase' and 'Lowercase'?!

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White Balloon Day is now known as Bravehearts Day. Here's how you can help... 💜💜

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Today is RUOK Day - do you now why this day was founded?!

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Did you know the Dockers have only ever played ONE Grand Final?!

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Father's Day is fast approaching... so here are some Fatherly Facts for you!

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It's Spring... it's also Dolphin Season.

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Spring has Sprung... A few facts on our season of rebirth

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Did you know that you can make your own rainbow?!

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Did you know… Red Noses Help Kids & Familes all Around Australia

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Do you know why it's colder inland than by the coast?!

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Did you know that there is website you can report Magpie Swooping?!

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Did you know flies are tiny vomit machines… and it helps them eat?!

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Did you know that bananas are technically berries... and strawberries aren't?! What!!!!

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Did you know that HONEY doesn't have an expiry date?!

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It's Book Week - Here's some fun facts on the Book Week Scramble!

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Did you know that the word 'SKIBIDI' has been added into the Oxford Dictionary!?

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Today is Vietnam Veteran's Day in Australia... Lest We Forget.

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Did you know clouds keep the heat in during winter?! But how???!

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Did you know the lighter the Rosé is in colour... the dryer in taste it is?!

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All we know about Taylor Swift's 12th Studio Album 'The Life of a Showgirl' 🧡🧡

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The Fizzy Science Behind Vinegar and Baking Soda

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Have you ever really looked at a goat's pupils? They're rectangular!!!!!

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Rod Maldon is filling in for Gunners while he's on holiday... so let's get to know him!

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Rod Maldon is filling in for Gunners while he's on holiday... so let's get to know him!

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Rod Maldon is filling in for Gunners while he's on holiday... so let's get to know him!

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Rod Maldon is filling in for Gunners while he's on holiday... so let's get to know him!

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Rod Maldon is filling in for Gunners while he's on holiday... so let's get to know him!

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August 1st is officially the Horse's Birthday... but why?!

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Did you know that Ants follow a scent trail?!

189

Chameleon's are the coolest - and Perth Zoo have welcomed two... Pickles and Skittles

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A few facts on the Aussie music legend Russell Morris

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A few incredible facts on the late GREAT Hulk Hogan

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Today is International Tequila Day - Did you know it comes from the Agave Plant?!

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In memory of Ozzy Osbourne – here are some lesser-known facts about the legendary rocker

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Today is World Brain Day - so here's a few brainy fun facts!

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Why do you think West Aussie school buses are Orange and not Yellow?!

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How many windows are there on Playschool? And what's your favourite?!

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Do you know what your chances of winning Lotto actually are?!

198

Did you know that fingernails grow faster than toenails... but why?!

199

Let's MYTHBUST a few nasty rumours about Margarine!

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If you could create a public holiday... what would it be?!

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A few incredible facts on the humble Bin Chicken aka Ibis

202

Did you now CANNOLI and CANNELONI are commonly mistaken?!

203

A few random facts about the origins of Cirque du Soleil

204

Did you know they use a KOALA for the T-Rex growl in the Jurassic Park movies?!

205

Ever wonder where the word BOOGIE comes from, as in 'boogie down' or 'let’s boogie'?

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Did you know that your nose is your strongest memory bank?!!

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Today is International Joke Day - what's your best joke?!

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Do you know how many actors have portrayed Superman across the years?!

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A few fun things for the family and kids these school holidays.

210

Do you know how 'ice-skating' originated?!

211

Do you know how much saliva the human body produces in a year?!

212

Did you know that Octopuses blood is blue? And they have 3 hearts?!

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A few freaky facts on Friday the 13th!

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Exactly HOW clean is the air on an aeroplane?!

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Did you know York in England is built on a Roman Fortress from 71 AD?!

216

Did you know that the tiny hole on Aeroplane windows serves are very important purpose!!

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Did you know the Met Gala's tickets are invite only and cost a cool US $50,000?!

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A few fascinating facts about the incredible Pat Benatar

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Did you know the original voice of Siri was never paid for being Siri?!

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Did you know that Cyndi Lauper turned down 'Like a Virgin'

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Did you know Michael Jackson’s iconic album 'Thriller' was almost called… 'Starlight'.

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What do you think e.g. and i.e. really mean?!

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Did you know that Platypus are venomous?!

224

Do you know the meaning behind 'The Last Post' for ANZAC Day?!

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Did you know ANZAC biscuits were originally known as ANZAC tiles?!

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Remembering Pope Francis: A Legacy of Humility and Change

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Did you know the Easter Bunny Trains at The Bunny Boot Camp?

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Did you know that Chocolate AND Hot Cross Buns are toxic to Dogs!!!

229

Can you guess how tall and heavy the world’s biggest Easter egg is?

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Did you know that the world thinks Aussies prefer Easter Bilbies over Eggs & Rabbits!

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Did you know that the average person tosses and turns up to 100 times a night?!