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= Current Events Samples =

Written by: Kate
Title: Youngsters Make a Splash at Triathlon Summary: On Sunday 20th February, a group of 2,880, 7-15 year0olds took part in the Weet Bix Triathlon in St Heliers. Livane Rafu, from Pukekohe was competing in the race and was very happy with her time of 9 minutes and 52 seconds. You would have to do a 200 metre swim, 2 laps of the cycling course and a 4 kilometre run. Valerie Adams (New Zealand Olymic shot-putter) came to congratulate the kids.

Personal Response: I think that it is amazing how far the 7-15 year-olds would swim, run and bike. I can just imagine what they would look like at the end. Those kids are challenging themselves just like our topic this term. At the end, it would be amazing to hold up that medal and watch it shine in the sun.

Written by: Chanelle
Title: Foster Animals Get Chance! Summary: Animals will have a better chance at survival with a new fostering programme introduced. The SPCA has more than 300 kittens in foster care and up to 90 kittens arriving everyday. The programme is called "Saving Lives." The kittens will stay with their foster families for 3-5 weeks.

Personal Response: I think it is a great idea if it means that more animals can survive. I don't think that I would like to be a foster parent. I would fall in love with all the animals and I would not want to give them back.

Written by: Shehan
Title: Christchurch Earthquake Summary: On Tuesday, February 2011, a 6.3 magnitude earthquake hit Christchurch. This is the second major earthquake since 2010. A number of buildings have collapsed or damaged. People in the Christchurch earthquake have been badly hurt and 71 killed. The government has sent every rescue team to help recover people who are missing.

Personal Response: I am very shocked that this tragic event happened in Christchurch. Me and my family are sad that lots of people have lost their lives. We hope that the rescue team is able to find more people who are trapped in the damaged buildings. It's good to see the rescue teams from Australia, Japan, United States and England volunteered to rescue.