NAIDOC Week: The Next Generation

NAIDOC Week: The Next Generation

Author: ABC Australia July 4, 2025 Duration: 13:12
Ruby has passed the mic to Wayilwan storyteller and journalist Laura Murphy-Oates for this special NAIDOC Week episode of News Time. NAIDOC week is a time to celebrate and recognise the achievements, history and culture of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. The theme this year is ‘The Next Generation: Strength, Vision and Legacy’, and on this episode of News Time, you’ll meet some of the next generation of First Nations artists, firefighters, environmentalists and trailblazers. Quiz Questions What did Jeremy design for NAIDOC Week? What does Arlene volunteer doing? What do koala's eyes look like when a light is shone on them at night? In which state or territory is the NAIDOC Little Athletics event happening? What does the work Yorrook mean in Wamba Wamba language? Bonus Tricky Question How do you say 'thank you' in Wayilwan? Answers The official poster Firefighter Twinkling stars Queensland Truth Bonus Tricky Answer Gamba Njindu

Every Friday brings a fresh episode of ABC KIDS News Time, where host Emily curates a selection of the week's most engaging and curious stories, all chosen with a young audience in mind. This isn't just a summary of headlines; it's a conversation crafted to spark wonder and answer questions. Emily explores a wonderfully wide range of topics, from the latest discoveries about amazing animals and phenomena in the natural world to special events and adventures into outer space. Produced by ABC Australia, the podcast creates a safe and entertaining space for children to learn about current events and the bigger world around them in a way that's made just for them. The tone is always friendly and inclusive, turning complex news into digestible and fun stories that families can enjoy together. Each episode serves as a gentle, weekly check-in on what's happening, fostering curiosity and understanding. By presenting real-world news through a child-friendly lens, this podcast helps build listening skills and knowledge in a format that feels more like a chat with a knowledgeable friend than a lesson. It’s a regular audio destination for kids who are eager to learn and for parents seeking quality, trusted content.
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