Shuffling trails and spewing whales

Shuffling trails and spewing whales

Author: ABC Australia May 15, 2026 Duration: 13:18
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 millions of years ago?  2. What did the girls make to get the injured hiker to safety?  3. Ambergris was once used as an ingredient in what item?  4. Where are many Meekatharra kids riding their repaired bikes to?  5. How old did Sir David Attenborough turn last week? Answers 1. They had teeth!  2. A homemade stretcher  3. Perfume 4. School 5. 100!

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.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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