Who invented the Pavlova?
The Kiwis claim that New Zealand did, Aussies reckon it's there's. Both countries love eating this delicious cake around Christmas time topped with yummy summer fruits.After a lot of research...
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Can kangaroos walk backwards?
Did you know that neither the emu nor the kangaroo can walk backwards? The kangaroo has a big tail in the way and the emu only has three toes.
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What country is the cheese capital of the world?
Did you know France has 400 different types of cheese and is considered the cheese capital of the world? 🇫🇷 🧀 I tried to think of a good pun for...
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What's the difference between kiwi, kiwi and kiwi?
Today's fun fact will help you know your kiwis from your kiwis from your... kiwifruit. So next time you're in New Zealand you don't pop into a shop and ask...
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What is a group of cockatoos called?
It's #FOCFunFacts time because we all love to feel a little smarter every day 🤓 This one is a cracker! Next time you see a bunch of cockatoos hanging out on the...
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Does the Eiffel Tower have fireworks on New Year's Eve?
Today's interest fun fact is about the iconic Eiffel Tower. Despite many tourists thinking that it does, the Eiffel Tower doesn't have fireworks for New Year's Eve, instead, it has...
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What is a New Zealand Bach?
Our Explore New Zealand flashcards are full of beautiful designs, and the Bach flashcard is one of my favourites. For those that don't know, a Bach (pronounced "batch") is a...
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What's the difference between a lifesaver and lifeguard?
What's the difference between a lifesaver and lifeguard? Did you know there is a difference between a lifesaver and lifeguard? Surf lifesavers are trained volunteers who patrol beaches during peak season. Lifeguards...
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What is a group of platypuses called?
Did you know that a group of platypuses is called a paddle? Also, just learnt that the correct plural of platypus is platypuses, although people still like to say platypi.
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Have you ever heard of the New Zealand Christmas tree?
Have you ever heard of the New Zealand Christmas tree? This pretty tree is known as Pōhutukawa in Māori or Pohutukawa in English. The tree is renowned for its vibrant...
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What do koalas eat?
We had a fun trip to the Hunter Valley Zoo this week, and during the Koala talk learnt this fun fact. There are more than 700 species of eucalyptus in Australia,...
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Do wombat burrows help during bushfires?
Another reason to love our square pooping friend the wombat... Smaller animals are known to survive bushfires by taking refuge in the network of wombat burrows. The deep tunnels become...
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Don't let your ice cream melt while you're counting someone else's sprinkles.
Sprinkling some positive vibes on your Monday with this sweet quote 🍦⠀"Don't let your ice cream melt while you're counting someone else's sprinkles."
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Exciting things coming in 2020
Happy New Year to all our lovely FOC friends 🤩 We're very excited for 2020, and have so many exciting products planned for this year 🤗 Here's to a beautiful...
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