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News Time

ABC Australia
Australia
Artificial Intelligence
Queensland
New South Wales
International Day Of People With Disability
Paralympics
World Children's Day
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples
Humpback Whales
Accessibility
Disability
AFL
Paleontology
Mars
Cockatoos
Paralympic Games
NASA
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Canberra Hospital
Cane Toads

Every Friday, join Emily for News Time as she counts down the week’s most interesting news stories for kids. From amazing animals to special events, the natural world to outer space, News Time is made especially for children to help them understand the world around them.

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On this week’s News Time, we’ll visit a creek that’s been filled with wheely bad litter; then we’ll discover which Australian bird was the most spotted in the last year.

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We're flying high on this week’s News Time! We’ll hear about an Aussie who’s been offered a job that’s truly out of this world; then we’ll head to an island where a creepy crawly has made quite a comeback! And in our Wow of the Week, we'll take you o... more

On this week's News Time, we’ll hear a musical instrument that’s taken more than three years to repair. We’ll also visit a workplace looking for an energetic new staff member who’s keen to fetch; and then we’ll uncover a salad surprise in our Wow of ... more

On this week’s News Time, we’ll hear how sport is helping refugees feel like they belong. We’ll meet a new species of insect that's lacking table manners. Then, in our Wow of the Week, we’ll find out why a jet plane has travelled to Australia... by b... more

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Recent Guests

Lee Constable
Science and environmental communicator and author
Episode: Special Episode: How do we get electricity?
Trevina Rogers
Pita Pita woman working with archaeologists documenting her culture
Episode: Banned apps and tiny zaps
Dr. Yinnika Perston
Archaeologist who worked on the discovery of Aboriginal artifacts
Episode: Banned apps and tiny zaps
Sharon Windsor
Owner of Indigi Earth, promoting Indigenous bush foods
Indigi Earth
Episode: Bush ingredients and virtual experience
Damien Thompson
Founder of Holiday From Hospital, helping children in hospitals
Episode: Bush ingredients and virtual experience
Matt Morris
Local land care worker focused on Cane Toad control.
Episode: Special Episode: Invasive Species
Jack Goff
Representative from Invasive Species Council.
Invasive Species Council
Episode: Special Episode: Invasive Species
Sharon Buck
Gamilaroi woman researching and teaching the Darkinjung language
Episode: Waking words and problem birds
Armardo Corvini
An 85-year-old rock climber known for scaling high peaks
Episode: Waking words and problem birds

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Emily
Host of News Time

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 1.6k ratings
  • fake news

    too much fake news

    Apple Podcasts
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    qushdjh
    Chinaa month ago
  • Blorg cat

    /\_/\

    ( . . )

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    AmelieLuul lar
    Australiaa month ago
  • ❤️❤️❤️

    My mum and me luv it!!!!!

    I have a suggestion for a podcast it’s called short and curly and it’s my fav podcast (other then this obviously)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cryptic crazy
    Australiaa month ago
  • Pretty good

    It’s very short and I’m a 10year old and need more content very good

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Emmmmaal
    United States2 months ago
  • This sucks

    This podcast sucks so much literally

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    Pachalaura
    United States2 months ago

Listeners Say

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A small minority express strong dislike, suggesting inconsistencies.
Accessibility and inclusion themes (Auslan, disability stories) are highly valued.
Listeners praise kid-friendly pacing, interactive quizzes, and a curious, approachable tone.
Many feel episodes are short and want more depth or longer episodes.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#47
Australia/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts
#229
China/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#13
Japan/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts
#21
China/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts
#40
Hong Kong/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts
#50
South Korea/Kids & Family

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Nosy dog and a hidden frog
Q: Question 4. What giant musical instrument has been restored?
A pipe organ.
Nosy dog and a hidden frog
Q: Question 3. Braithen has written a book in which indigenous language?
Braithen wrote his book in the Gudjal language.
Nosy dog and a hidden frog
Q: Question 2. Bear, the detection dog, was trained to sniff out what native animal?
Bear was trained to sniff out koalas.
Nosy dog and a hidden frog
Q: Question 1. How old is lawn bowler Jacky Hudson?
Jacky Hudson is 75 years old.
Special Episode: How do we get electricity?
Q: Lee, could you explain what energy is?
Energy is the power that makes things move and change, coming from food in our bodies and from electricity to run lights, computers, and devices; different forms of energy exist, including renewable sources that can be used again and again.

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What is News Time about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A lively, kid-focused news roundup that combines science, nature, and human-interest stories with interactive segments and quizzes. It frequently covers accessible science explanations, inclusive communication, and community involvement, all tailored for children and their families. Noteworthy elements include strong emphasis on accessibility (Auslan usage), international and local kid-friendly contexts, and a warm, curious tone that invites participation. The mix of light entertainment with educational content tends to attract parents and educators seeking trustworthy, age-appropriate news for young listeners.

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1. KidNuz: News for Kids
2. Tumble Science Podcast for Kids
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5. Imagine This

How many episodes of News Time are there?

News Time launched 8 years ago and published 391 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on News Time include:

1. Lee Constable
2. Trevina Rogers
3. Dr. Yinnika Perston
4. Sharon Windsor
5. Damien Thompson
6. Matt Morris
7. Jack Goff
8. Sharon Buck

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