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From amazing animals to sensational sport, interesting insects to dino discoveries, mars missions and beyond. Join Emily Anderson every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday to count down the weird and wonderful. News Time is perfect for 4-9 year olds who want to know more about the world around them.

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National Science Week! And Talk of the Town

It’s Science Week! So this episode is particularly scientific terrific. Plus, we’ll hit the road and make our way to the coast for Talk of the Town. Quiz Questions 1.What is the name for the science that studies living things? Hint: it starts with B2.What process, starting with C, are they using to save this flower?3.In which state would you find Stockton? Answers 1.Biology2.Cloning3.NSW - New South WalesNews Noodler Why do you think it’s important for everyday people – people who aren’t scientists as a job – to understand science? How might it help in our everyday lives?
hace 3 d

Sunny snaps and creative cooperation

There’s lots to marvel at in today’s episode – we'll take a peek at pictures that scientists have been trying to capture for hundreds of years! We’ll uncover a well-preserved thigh bone from a Thylacine, and inspect an art exhibition with some unlikely contributors. Quiz Questions 1.What’s hotter – the surface of the sun, or the corona – it's atmosphere?2.How many children helped with the artwork?3.In which part of the body would you find a femur bone?Answers 1.The Corona2.4003.The thigh, or legNews Noodler Can you think of an artwork that you could create with a big group of people, like the one in South Australia? What could it be like?
hace 5 d

Juicy present and dry river

On today’s episode, you’ll meet some soccer players being rewarded for their efforts in a surprising way. Plus, a dry riverbed uncovers ancient artefacts, and some fresh fashions take the runway. Quiz Questions 1.Which country are the tomato winning footy players from?2.What sort of animal bones were uncovered in the riverbed?3.The National Indigenous Fashion Awards were held in Darwin. Who are the traditional owners of that land? I’ll give you multiple choice.. Was it the Gadigal, the Noongar or the Larrakia?Answers 1.Spain2.Mammoth3.LarrakiaNews Noodler What would you like to be rewarded with your weight in? Apples? Coloured pencils? Pool noodles?
9 ago

Counting Aussies and satisfying screaming

On today’s episode, find out why your grown-ups received a letter in the mail just like everyone else in the country. Plus, get ready to make lots of noise for a good reason. And, find out where we’re headed today for Talk of the Town. Quiz Questions 1.Who is being asked to complete the census?2.Where do the people stand while they scream?3.In which state would you find the city of Townsville? Answers 1.Everyone in Australia2.On a bridge by a lake3.QueenslandNews Noodler Can you think of some different ways people might be able to meet up and let out their emotions, other than screaming?
6 ago

Sparkly poo and bizarre moons

In today’s episode, we’ll hear about a high-tech idea that has people talking. We’ll meet some zookeepers poking around piles of poo on purpose and then we’ll head about as far away from the poo as possible, deep into outer space, for our Wow of the Week. Quiz Questions 1.What might you be able to use as a ticket at the footy?2.What are zookeepers searching for in the poo?3.What is the name of Neptune's biggest moon?Answers 1.Your face.2.Edible glitter3.Triton News Noodler Do you think it’s a good idea to use your face as a ticket? What are the positives and the negatives of the idea?
4 ago

Long lost library book and strange snail

Today’s episode really has something for everyone... a mysterious library book racking up thousands in fines, a splendid snail who gives birth in a super strange way! And sporting success from Australia’s best. Quiz Questions 1.How much was the fine for the library book?2.Where did Australia finish on the medal tally?3.Through which part of its body does this snail give birth? Answers 1.$28,000. But they didn't have to pay any!2.First - top of the table3.It's neckNews Noodler Can you imagine why that book may have been bricked up in that house? What could have happened for it to get there?
2 ago

Hungry bear and Talk of the Town!

Find out where we'll visit for the first ever Talk of the Town! Listen until the end to hear how you can celebrate your town on a future episode of News Time. Quiz Questions 1.What were the grasses likely used for?2.What sorts of food does the bear like to eat?3.In which state can you find the town of Bowral?Answers 1.Rituals – magic and healing. 2.Sweet things3.New South WalesNews Noodler What could people in Japan do to help keep the bears out of their homes?
30 jul

Fresh passionfruit and perplexing exoplanet

Happy Friday, friends! Get ready for a fruity, fishy, spacey episode of your favourite news podcast. Quiz Questions 1.What two special things does this exoplanet have? 2.In how many different lakes can you find the red fin blue eye fish?3.What colour is the skin of the newly developed passionfruit? Answers 1.Liquid water, and an atmosphere2.Just one3.PurpleNews Noodler - a question you can chat about with the people around you Do you think there might be living things on the distant exoplanet? Why?

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From amazing animals to sensational sport, interesting insects to dino discoveries, mars missions and beyond. Join Emily Anderson every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday to count down the weird and wonderful. News Time is perfect for 4-9 year olds who want to know more about the world around them.