ABC KIDS News Time

This week is NAIDOC week, a time for all Australians to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and Ruby has passed the News Time microphone over to Carli Willis - a journalist from the Torres Strait Islands.Quiz Questions1.What's the theme for NAIDOC week this year?2.Can you name at least one of the colours on the Torres Strait Islands flag, and what it represents?3.Elsie Seriat recently became mayor of Torres Shire Council. What's special about her becoming mayor?4.Which animal are rangers in the Torres Strait trying to keep off the islands?5.What's the name of the football competition that people participated in?Bonus Tricky QuestionCan you name one of the winning teams at the footy competition?Answers1.Keep the fire burning: Blak, loud and proud2.Green stripes at the top and bottom to represent the land, black lines next to them to represent the people, and a big blue part in the middle to represent the sea. In the middle is a white Dhari, a ceremonial headdress, and a five-pointed star, to represent the five major island groups.3.She's the first traditional owner to become mayor, and the second ever woman4.Cane toads5.Island of OriginBonus Tricky AnswerPaga Panthers or NQ United Sista

Today's show starts deep under the icy sea, exploring a rediscovered shipwreck. Then, an adventure of a different kind! At a game shop opening their doors to everyone. After that, we'll meet a bush nurse caring for their communities, and some school students who've send a special package to kids overseas. Finally, we're headed back to the ocean! But in much warmer climates for our… Wow of the Week.Quiz Questions1.What area did Sir Ernest Shackleton like to explore?2.What kind of shop does Laura run?3.How many years have bush nurses been caring for their communities?4.In which country is the school that Belair Public sent their uniforms to?5.What nickname have scientists given the Australian Brook Lamprey?Bonus Tricky QuestionWhich state was the Australian Brook Lamprey first seen in, and where has it been spotted now?Answers1.Antarctica2.Board games/ games3.1004.Fiji5.Vegan DraculaBonus Tricky AnswerNew South Wales, Queensland

This podcast covers topics such as conservation efforts in Queensland, the Australian Marbles Championship, a flying school in Western Australia, saving a sacred site in New South Wales, and the discovery of prehistoric pterosaur fossils in Outback Queensland.

Pop on your protective gear, today's episode starts down at the racetrack with a Brisbane kid and her need for speed.After that, we'll learn about a new app saving an Indigenous language, before grabbing a fossil brush to inspect a dinoriffic discovery.We'll meet some top blokes teaching top ideas, and then hear about an unlikely hero for our… Wow of the week!Quiz Questions1.What is Lana's dream/ goal?2.How many people are there that can speak the language Ngalia fluently?3.What kind of dinosaur is Teen Rex?4.What makes someone a good boy, or man?5.Which country do Brandon and Blue the dog live in?Bonus Tricky QuestionWhat is the name, starting with the letter R, of the sort of ditch that Brandon was stuck in?Answers1.To win a Formula 1 championship, and be the first girl to do so2.Three3.Tyrannosaurus Rex4.This is a tricky question... there's no one right answer!5.The United States of AmericaBonus Tricky AnswerRavine

ABC Sport reporter Liz Wright joins Ruby for a deep dive into the Paralympic Games. They discuss the meaning of 'Para,' unique sports and equipment at the Paralympics, financial obstacles faced by athletes, and the push for equality in recognition and support for Paralympians.

We start today's show taking it slow out in nature for some journalling, before we bid farewell to a mighty Matilda. Then, we'll sit down for a meal designed for Autistic eaters, and head to the gallery to see the winners of this years Archibald Prize.Finally, we're headed back in time for a prehistoric… Wow of the week! Quiz Questions1.Is nature journalling just for professionals, or can anyone do it?2.How long has Lydia Williams been a Matilda?3.Can you name one of the foods available at the sensory friendly dinners?4.Can you name one of the people that were painted for the Archibald Prize?5.What did the scientists nickname the animal that had some similarities to an echidna, and some similarities to a platypus?Bonus Tricky QuestionWhat is a monotreme?Answers1.Anyone can give it a go!2.19 years3.Chicken nuggets and chips, plain pasta, fish fingers, mash potato and more4.Author Tim Winton, or rapper Baker Boy are the ones that we mentioned... but you might know another!5.EchidnapusBonus Tricky AnswerA mammal that lays eggs - and the only two around today are the platypus and the echidna.

On today's show, we'll take a peek at the new uniforms for our Australian Paralympic team. Then, we'll visit a retirement village that's home to some furry residents, before kicking the footy around with some sport-loving kids.After that, it's time to navigate the noise of a busy playground with a special wagon helping people feel included, and then finally, we'll hear a delicious… Wow of the week!Quiz Questions1.What's extra special about the new Paralympic uniforms?2.Which country is the cat retirement village in?3.How long had it been since the kids at Burringurrah played an organised game of footy?4.What name did Sarah give the wagon?5.Which country did Kristie visit to taste peach melon and matcha ice cream?Bonus Tricky QuestionHow long was the drive from Burringurrah to Meekatharra and back?Answers1.They're made to be universally accessible - everyone should be able to wear them2.England3.Two years 4.Wellbeing Wagon5.JapanBonus Tricky Answer600km

On today's show, we'll start with a change coming to your loose change. Then, we'll head north of the equator to hear about some troublemaking orcas. After that, it's time to travel the high seas on a special voyage from one island to another, before we grab our tools and meet a rock-loving kid sharing his passion with his community.Finally, we'll travel about 1200 light years away for our… Wow of the week!Quiz Questions1.Who will be on the back of any new coins made?2. What are the orcas doing to boats?3. Can you name the place the boat is leaving from, and where it's travelling to?4. What was the first thing Archie bought with the money he made?5. What does it look like the planet is made of?Bonus Tricky QuestionWhich way will the new person on our coins face?Answers1.King Charles III2. Ramming them, damaging them, sinking them3. Cook Islands to Hawaii4. A gaming console5. Fairy flossBonus Tricky AnswerThe left

In this vibrant discussion, an innovative indigenous fashion designer shares their journey in showcasing eco-friendly designs that celebrate cultural heritage on the runway. The conversation also touches on the fascinating teamwork of bees, linked to World Bee Day, highlighting their intelligence in nectar gathering. Additionally, the joy of adult play is explored through a whimsical month-long game of tag, emphasizing the importance of creativity and connection in our lives. It's a lively mix of fashion, nature, and playful spirit!

Join the adventure as we visit a post office, practice deep listening at the beach, explore a cave with a 50,000-year-old short-faced kangaroo skeleton, witness record-breaking shearing on a farm, and learn about the world's largest oyster named Jill.