News Time

On today’s episode, you’ll hear about a flight that didn’t quite go to plan... and learn about a threat to birds around the country – and a potential solution, too. Quiz Questions 1.In which country was the flight that couldn’t take off? 2.What sort of bird is being vaccinated against bird flu? 3.How many words did Dineth study per day to prepare?  Answers 1.Canada 2.Penguins 3.200 News Noodler Ch...

It’s Science Week! So this episode is particularly scientific terrific. Plus, we’ll hit the road and make our way to the coast for Talk of the Town.  Quiz Questions 1.What is the name for the science that studies living things? Hint: it starts with B 2.What process, starting with C, are they using to save this flower? 3.In which state would you find Stockton?  Answers 1.Biology 2.Cloning 3.NSW - N...

There’s lots to marvel at in today’s episode – we'll take a peek at pictures that scientists have been trying to capture for hundreds of years! We’ll uncover a well-preserved thigh bone from a Thylacine, and inspect an art exhibition with some unlikely contributors.   Quiz Questions 1.What’s hotter – the surface of the sun, or the corona – it's atmosphere? 2.How many children helped with the artwo...

On today’s episode, you’ll meet some soccer players being rewarded for their efforts in a surprising way. Plus, a dry riverbed uncovers ancient artefacts, and some fresh fashions take the runway.  Quiz Questions 1.Which country are the tomato winning footy players from? 2.What sort of animal bones were uncovered in the riverbed? 3.The National Indigenous Fashion Awards were held in Darwin. Who are...

On today’s episode, find out why your grown-ups received a letter in the mail just like everyone else in the country. Plus, get ready to make lots of noise for a good reason. And, find out where we’re headed today for Talk of the Town.   Quiz Questions 1.Who is being asked to complete the census? 2.Where do the people stand while they scream? 3.In which state would you find the city of Townsville?...

In today’s episode, we’ll hear about a high-tech idea that has people talking. We’ll meet some zookeepers poking around piles of poo on purpose and then we’ll head about as far away from the poo as possible, deep into outer space, for our Wow of the Week.   Quiz Questions 1.What might you be able to use as a ticket at the footy? 2.What are zookeepers searching for in the poo? 3.What is the name of...

Today’s episode really has something for everyone... a mysterious library book racking up thousands in fines, a splendid snail who gives birth in a super strange way! And sporting success from Australia’s best.  Quiz Questions 1.How much was the fine for the library book? 2.Where did Australia finish on the medal tally? 3.Through which part of its body does this snail give birth?  Answers 1.$28,00...

Find out where we'll visit for the first ever Talk of the Town! Listen until the end to hear how you can celebrate your town on a future episode of News Time.  Quiz Questions 1.What were the grasses likely used for? 2.What sorts of food does the bear like to eat? 3.In which state can you find the town of Bowral? Answers 1.Rituals – magic and healing. 2.Sweet things 3.New South Wales News Noodler W...

Happy Friday, friends! Get ready for a fruity, fishy, spacey episode of your favourite news podcast.  Quiz Questions 1.What two special things does this exoplanet have? 2.In how many different lakes can you find the red fin blue eye fish? 3.What colour is the skin of the newly developed passionfruit?  Answers 1.Liquid water, and an atmosphere 2.Just one 3.Purple News Noodler - a question you can c...

The Commonwealth Games are in full swing, so we have some sporty stories to celebrate. And an awesome ocean story, too. Quiz Questions 1.Who held the 100m Australian women’s record before Torrie beat it? 2.What’s the name of the Sutherland team that play in the comp each week? Hint – it starts with T. 3.In which Australian state was the whale stranded?  Answers 1.Torrie herself 2.Titans 3.Western...

News Time on a Monday! What a novel thing.  Emily will deliver news to your podcast feed three times a week. Quiz Questions 1.Where are the human artefacts being sent back to? 2.What colour lips does this newly described monkey have? 3.What’s the name for the bike with a big front wheel?  Answers 1.Where they came from, Rapa Nui or Easter Island 2.Orange 3.Penny farthing

In this episode of News Time, we'll get pulled through the ocean to check the health of a reef. Then, we'll hear about a popular new song that's created a stir in the music world.  And we'll get up close to a very hungry creature with the nickname "garbage guts" in our Wow of the Week! Quiz Questions 1. In which city is the Commonwealth Games being held?  2. What method has been used to check the...

We interrupt this feed with some breaking news! News Time, the best weekly news podcast for kids, is getting bigger, bolder and newsier. Starting next week, Emily Anderson will bring you the best news from Australia and around the world three times a week! Mind blown! Catch News Time every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from July 27, on the ABC Listen app. For more great kids podcasts, download the...

On this week's News Time, we’ll play a round of golf with a junior player taking on the world. We’ll visit a bakery to sample a pie that’s been named Australia’s best, even though it’s not a traditional Aussie flavour! Then, we’ll hear from a group of people who’ve connected through song in our Wow of the Week.  Quiz Questions 1. What name was given to the mysterious spheres that appeared on beach...

On this week's News Time, we'll visit a coastal community that's hosted a naughty visitor. We’ll also learn the many ways the world’s been having a ball watching the FIFA World Cup, and then we’ll separate feline fact from feline fiction in our Wow of the Week! Quiz Questions 1. Which continent was the titanosaur bone discovered in? 2. Boccia is a WHAT sport? (Hint: It starts with the letter P) 3....

Emily has passed the mic to Wiradjuri and Palawa journalist Isaac Muller for this special NAIDOC Week episode of News Time. NAIDOC Week is a time to celebrate and recognise the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. In this episode we’ll visit a patch of land being handed back to Traditional Owners, we’ll hear about some First Nations people nominated f...

This week News Time is an innovation sensation! You’re going to hear five stories about people thinking outside the box to make the world a better place. We’ll learn about an invention being placed at beaches all over Australia to help save lives; then, we’ll head overseas with two mates who are seeing the world one piggyback at a time. And we’ll uncover a gadget to stop sticky beaks causing misch...

On this episode of News Time, we'll hear about an award that no one wants to win! Plus, we'll meet a 101 year-old trying to break a world record, and we'll buckle up for a road trip with a very cute passenger in our Wow of the Week. Quiz Questions 1. Which country are the street drummers from? 2. Which two materials is the worst packaging made of? 3. How old did Nate turn this year? 4. May says th...

On this week’s News Time, we’ll visit a creek that’s been filled with wheely bad litter; then we’ll discover which Australian bird was the most spotted in the last year. And finally, in our Wow of the Week, we’ll head to a concert to hear about an audience member who did much more than just applaud the performers. Quiz Questions 1. What is the name of the Australian men's soccer team? 2. How many...

We're flying high on this week’s News Time! We’ll hear about an Aussie who’s been offered a job that’s truly out of this world; then we’ll head to an island where a creepy crawly has made quite a comeback! And in our Wow of the Week, we'll take you out to the ball game!  Quiz Questions 1. How many sporting events are in a modern pentathlon? 2. What process did Travis call upon the Prime Minister t...

On this week's News Time, we’ll hear a musical instrument that’s taken more than three years to repair. We’ll also visit a workplace looking for an energetic new staff member who’s keen to fetch; and then we’ll uncover a salad surprise in our Wow of the Week.  Quiz Questions 1. How old is lawn bowler Jacky Hudson? 2. What native animal was Bear the detection dog trained to sniff out? 3. Braithen h...

On this week’s News Time, we’ll hear how sport is helping refugees feel like they belong. We’ll meet a new species of insect that's lacking table manners. Then, in our Wow of the Week, we’ll find out why a jet plane has travelled to Australia... by boat! Quiz Questions 1. What is the name given to Australian sign language? 2. What sport is helping refugees settle into the Toowoomba community? 3. T...

Isaac Muller is back to bring you more News Time! We’ll hear about a group of teenage hikers who used their knowledge to make a brave rescue. We’ll find something gross but valuable that’s washed up on a beach. Then, in our Wow of the Week, we’ll meet someone who loves our world and has lived on it for much longer than most of us! Quiz Questions 1. What has been discovered about platypuses from mi...

Isaac Muller has picked up the microphone from Emily for this week's News Time! You'll meet some litter legends working hard to make their community a cleaner place. We’ll visit an airport that’s hired a crew of robots to do some heavy lifting. And in our Wow of the Week, we’ll dig up a sensory scoop about seeds! Quiz Questions 1. What nickname has Ayla given her walking frame?  2. What bakery tre...

We're eager as a beaver to bring you this week's News Time, because it's another Amazing Animals special! You’ll hear about a giant spiky creature that once roamed Australia; and meet Bruce, a disabled bird from New Zealand. Then we'll dive deep underwater and use our ears to find our Wow of the Week! Quiz Questions 1. What animal did the fossil in the museum belong to?  2. Is Bruce the Kea missin...