Racquet strings and lost things

Racquet strings and lost things

Author: ABC Australia January 22, 2026 Duration: 14:12
On this week's News Time we'll head to the Australian Open to meet some people making a racquet! We’ll also meet an endangered parrot that’s in a total flap, and in our Wow of the Week, we’ll visit a supermarket that’s been quite wild and woolly lately! If you'd like to be a News Time Listener Legend, all the details are here. Quiz Questions 1. What was one of the most-borrowed books in Brisbane last year? 2. What is the name of Australia's grand slam? 3. Finish this sentence: The kākāpō is the world’s only flightless WHAT? 4. Where does all the money go that’s raised through auctioning lost luggage? 5. In which country was there a herd of sheep in a supermarket? Bonus Tricky Question The male kākāpō makes a booming noise that sounds like what? Answers 1. WeirDo, Wings of Fire, or Cat Kid Comic Club 2. Australian Open 3. Parrot 4. Charity 5. Germany Bonus Tricky Answer A cello string being plucked.

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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