ABC KIDS News Time

Celebrate Children's Week and explore the fun of being a kid! Discover who won the amusing Fat Bear Week and learn about innovative pest control using wasps. Dive into a captivating dance story about a turtle and join two teens on their adventurous bike trip, aiming to embrace nature's wonders. Plus, find out what growers are doing to reduce pesticide use while supporting the environment. It's a delightful blend of childhood joy and ecological awareness!

On News Time today, you'll meet a fish with legs, hear about sun-free solar power, and marvel at a classroom's early morning mystery.Quiz Questions1.Where does Laurie create her artworks?2.What's the name of the fish? 3.What are scientists using to generate power?4.Which sport do the Pacifika Ballerz play?5.How many satellites did the European Space Agency send up?Bonus Tricky QuestionWhat's the word, starting with P, for the little bumps on the fish legs?Answers1.Carpet/ Rug2.Northern Sea Robin3.Heat4.Basketball5.TwoBonus Tricky AnswerPapillae

Discover the thrill of a temporary mini-moon orbiting Earth! Dive into the captivating world of storytelling in Wallaroo, where narratives foster community bonds. Meet Houdini, the unexpected crocodile, and learn about a mother-daughter duo promoting resourcefulness through a clothing swap shop. Uncover the fascinating tale of an Antarctic diary from 1957, recently found and destined for the National Museum of Australia, shedding light on an important scientific legacy. Don't miss the 'Wow of the Week!' that’s sure to amaze!

 It almost feels like we're reporting from the zoo on News Time today! I've got burping cows, comforting turtles and some lucky pups at a pet rescue lined up for you.Quiz Questions1.Can you name one of Selwyn's pet dogs?2.What's the thing, starting with M, that can be found in cow emissions?3.What did Dr. Louise name the turtle?4.Which state won the First Nations Tournament?5.What was Joel searching for when he spotted the crater?Bonus Tricky QuestionWhat was the score at the end of the final netball game of the tournament?Answers1.Mindy, Lindy, Rover and Buddy are all correct answers2.Methane3.Timmy4.Queensland5.A place to campBonus Tricky AnswerQueensland 37 - South Australia 35

On News Time, we count down five news stories from around Australia and the world, and today's show has a tasty mix of news morsels for you. I've got award winning lunch orders, booming brass bands and cool coastal science on the menu.Quiz Questions1.Can you name two of the veggies in the pasta?2.How many new species were added to the National Species List?3.In which town, starting with B, is the all-ages brass band?4.What's the indigenous name for Botany Bay?5.What kind of mushroom have the scientists used for the robot? Hint: It's a little bit royal!Bonus Tricky QuestionWhat's the name of the rootlike structures that the mushroom has grown into the hardware?Answers1.Any two of these: sweet potato, tomato, carrot, cauliflower, capsicum and zucchini 2.7503.Bega4.Gamay5.King OysterBonus Tricky AnswerMycelium

Discover the fascinating world of speed cubing and how teamwork can inspire community change, thanks to a young girl's anti-bullying campaign. Explore the unique traits of dingoes and their ecological role, while learning about Indigenous practices for coexistence. Dive into the hairdressing industry’s strides towards inclusive training for diverse hair textures. Finally, delve into a quirky study revealing how artificial light affects spider brain development, shedding light on the whims of nature.

On News Time, we count down five of the best stories from around Australia and the world. Today's show has clever kids making marvellous potions, awesome athletes winning gold and a discovery about bubble blowing whales.Quiz Questions1.Can you name a Paralympian?2.What award did Heman win?3.Who did Joe write his first letter to?4.What is the ISL word for Australia?5.What kind of whale has been found to make and use tools?Bonus Tricky QuestionWhat do the whales capture and eat?Answers1.We named James Turner, Thomas Gallagher, Jamieson Leeson, Daniel Michel and Madison de Rozario, but if you need any Paralympian, you get this one right!2.TIME Kid of the Year3.His daughter, Julie4.A fist placed on top of the hand5.Humpback WhalesBonus Tricky AnswerKrill

On News Time today, we'll meet some powerful Paralympians representing Australia! Plus, hear about astronauts, archaeology, cane toads and cheeky horses. Quiz Questions1.Where are the Paralympic Games being held this year?2.What's the name of the ship that astronauts conduct experiments on? Hint: ISS3.What animal has been eating fewer cane toads because of this experiment?4.What dance style/s are the kids learning?5.What did the horses get if they did the right thing?Bonus Tricky QuestionWhat's the name of the sport in the Paralympics where the ball has a bell in it?Answers1.Paris, France2.International Space Station3.Crocodiles4.Breaking/Dabke5.A treatBonus Tricky AnswerGoalball

Liz Wright from ABC Sport speaks with three Australian Paralympians, as the 2024 Paralympic Games get underway in Paris.

On today's episode, we're headed to outback Queensland, an estuary in New South Wales, a cave in Indonesia and a river in Thailand that's home to a helpful hippo.Quiz Questions1.What colour was the mangrove lobster that Mimka found?2.In which state or territory did people break the record for the biggest game of Keppy Uppy?3.What is Phra trying to clean up with the Hippo?4.Which country were the visitors to the rodeo from?5.How tall was homo floresiensis?Bonus Tricky QuestionWhat does Hippo stand for?Answers1.Pink2.Queensland3.The river near his monastery4.New Zealand5.About as tall as a cricket bat, 100cmBonus Tricky AnswerHigh Impact Plastic Pollution remOver