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A fun kids vs adults news quiz to test who’s been paying the most attention to the week in news.

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King’s message of friendship; China’s flying cars; Melbourne Storm’s fake news problem; and monkeys find a junk food antidote.

With the world feeling a bit fiery, King Charles III stepped in with a message: take a breath and be kinder.

At a massive car show in Beijing, flying cars that look like giant drones wowed crowds!

In Gibraltar, cheeky monkeys gobble junk food from tourists… then eat dirt to fix their tummy aches!

Sneaky fake stories about the Melbourne Storm are tricking...

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Remembering Port Arthur;  a running record tumbles; Chonkers the chunky sea lion; and the world’s biggest snack store

A peaceful gathering marked 30 years since the Port Arthur tragedy. Families and communities remembered loved ones and the changes that followed.

A giant sea lion named “Chonkers” is making waves in San Francisco! Weighing as much as a small car, he wobbles docks and surprises other sea lions.

At the London Marathon, runners smashed records! Two athletes ran the full race in under two hours, something once thought...

Each fortnight, we give the world globe a spin and see where we land. Then we take the kids of Australia on an audio excursion to visit that country and its people.

Join your captain, Christie Kijurina, on an audio adventure. Today, we’re flying to Vatican City, the smallest country in the world, completely surrounded by Rome, and home to the Catholic Church.

From its beginnings as a marshy patch of land on the edge of ancient Rome to a place of emperors, early Christians, and centuries-old traditions, this tiny nation has a history th...

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Record crowds for ANZAC services; ancient killer octopus discovered; new evidence of life on Mars; and the world’s fastest corgis.

Early alarms rang across Australia as huge crowds gathered at dawn to remember brave soldiers.

Things got tense when Donald Trump had to leave a big dinner after shots were heard nearby!

In a hilarious race in Prague, speedy little corgies zoomed to see who was quickest over 100 metres.

Scientists uncovered clues of a MASSIVE ancient octopus—almost as long as two buse...

What’s really going on when the sky flashes and booms during a storm? ⚡🌩️

In this Science Short, inspired by a question from Squiz Kid Clancy in Lindfield, we unpack the science behind thunder and lightning.

Along the way, we’ll explore lightning as a giant spark, thunder as a shockwave (a bit like a mini sonic boom), what plasma is (yep — a fourth state of matter!), and why counting seconds after a flash can tell you how far away a storm is.

Plus — what to do to stay safe, and why hair standing on end...

This week on From The Vault, we’re marking ANZAC Day with a special replay of our Squiz Kids Shortcut to ANZAC Day.

It’s a story that begins on the beaches of Gallipoli in 1915, when Australian and New Zealand soldiers landed in one of the most significant campaigns of the First World War… and one that didn’t go to plan.

In this episode, we explore what happened on that day, why ANZAC Day became such an important moment in our history, and how the way we remember it has changed over time.

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A fun kids vs adults news quiz to test who’s been paying the most attention to the week in news.

For the full episode transcript, click here.

Your daily kids news podcast.

Rugby league’s brain-safety bid; Aussie Pizza King cooks the competition; a ten-year-old chicken champ; and blue sunsets on Mars?

Rugby league is tackling brain injury. New rules limit rough training to protect players’ brains.

Aussie legend Johnny Di Francesco (AKA Mr Pizza) spun his way to 5th place worldwide in the World Pizza Championships in Italy.

Move over, grown-ups—10-year-old Sophie and her superstar chickens just won big! With training, treats, and one bird named KFC, she wowed judges at the Sydney Royal Easter Show.

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Oreos - exhibit A in court; a beakless bird becomes the boss; robots outrun humans in China; and a Queensland bushie rolls the dice

A shopping showdown to decide if those bright sale tags can really be trusted!

A clever bird missing half his beak is the top bird in his group, winning every showdown!

In a half-marathon in China, robots sprinted alongside humans — and some even beat them! These speedy machines used smart tech to zoom ahead.

A man in the Aussie outback tu...

Your Shortcut to... The Titanic

This week, we’re pulling out a powerful piece of history from the Squiz Kids Vault — the story of the RMS Titanic, the most famous shipwreck in the world.

More than a century ago, in April 1912 — 114 years ago last week — the Titanic set sail on its very first journey across the Atlantic Ocean. It was the biggest, most luxurious ship ever built… and it was said to be unsinkable.

But just days into that journey, everything changed.

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Humans lap the Moon; penguins make a splash in Argentina; an ancient egg cracks a prehistoric mystery; and the UN maps hunger in real time.

A recap on what happened while we were away...

Pictures from Space

After being rescued and nursed back to health, 15 penguins waddled back into the ocean together!

A 250-million-year-old fossil egg revealed a wild truth—early mammal relatives laid eggs!

The UN created a super-smart map that shows where people are going hungry in real time. Using da...

It’s time for a Bumper Kids v Adults Holiday S’Quiz — and this one is all about Memes, Online Games and The Internet.

From viral videos and YouTube superstars to Roblox, Minecraft, and the mysterious origins of the save icon, kids take on ten questions before the adults step up to test their digital know-how.

Who rules the online world… kids or adults? Plug in, log on, and let the battle begin. 💻🎮📱

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Join us in the morning each Monday to Thursday during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEST for the solution. Keep those cogs turning throughout the school break.

Join us in the morning each Monday to Thursday during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEST for the solution. Keep those cogs turning throughout the school break.

Join us in the morning each Monday to Thursday during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEST for the solution. Keep those cogs turning throughout the school break.

Join us in the morning each Monday to Thursday during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEST for the solution. Keep those cogs turning throughout the school break.

Join us in the morning each Monday to Thursday during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEST for the solution. Keep those cogs turning throughout the school break.

Join us in the morning each Monday to Thursday during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEST for the solution. Keep those cogs turning throughout the school break.

Join us in the morning each Monday to Thursday during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEST for the solution. Keep those cogs turning throughout the school break.

Join us in the morning each Monday to Thursday during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEST for the solution. Keep those cogs turning throughout the school break.

It’s time for a Bumper Kids v Adults Holiday S’Quiz, and this one’s all about the world’s most famous landmarks.

From towering icons like Big Ben and the Eiffel Tower to ancient wonders like the Pyramids, Stonehenge and Machu Picchu, kids take on ten questions before the adults step up for their turn.

Who knows their world wonders best… kids or adults? Grab a pen, keep score, and let the globe-trotting quiz begin. 🌍

Join us in the morning each Monday to Thursday during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEST for the solution. Keep those cogs turning throughout the school break.

Join us in the morning each Monday to Thursday during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEST for the solution. Keep those cogs turning throughout the school break.

Join us in the morning each Monday to Thursday during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEST for the solution. Keep those cogs turning throughout the school break.

Join us in the morning each Monday to Thursday during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEST for the solution. Keep those cogs turning throughout the school break.

Join us in the morning each Monday to Thursday during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEST for the solution. Keep those cogs turning throughout the school break.

Join us in the morning each Monday to Thursday during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEST for the solution. Keep those cogs turning throughout the school break.

Join us in the morning each Monday to Thursday during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEST for the solution. Keep those cogs turning throughout the school break.

Join us in the morning each Monday to Thursday during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEST for the solution. Keep those cogs turning throughout the school break.

This is your From the Vault episode, revisiting our Shortcut to Easter! Let's get ready to dive into the chocolate fountain to unwrap WHY people celebrate Easter, to discover WHERE all those Easter symbols like eggs and bunnies originated, and to explore HOW different cultures put their own unique twist on this egg-citing holiday. So adjust your Easter bonnets, because here we go!

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It’s time for a Bumper Kids v Adults Holiday S’Quiz, and this one’s all about Easter! 🐣

From hot cross buns and chocolate eggs to bilbies, bunnies and big Easter traditions from around the world, kids take on ten egg-cellent questions before the adults step up for their turn.

There’s a mix of fun, food, faith and a few tricky surprises in this one… so sharpen your brain, grab a pen, and keep score.

Who knows Easter best — kids or adults? 🐰

Let’s find out.

For the full episode tra...

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New privacy rules for YouTube and Roblox; Moon mission countdown; fake climate news; and a cute set of capybara triplets.

By age 13, kids could have 72 MILLION bits of data collected about them. That’s like a giant digital puzzle of your life! New rules might soon make apps ask both kids AND parents before collecting info.

Four astronauts might be heading to the Moon to orbit it for a week. It’s all practice for future Moon landings—and maybe even a Moon base!

Three baby capyba...

What happens when a 12-year-old from regional Queensland steps into the shoes of Australia’s Prime Minister… and then sits down with the real one?
In this special episode, we head to Parliament House to follow Jett Jarvis, our PM for a Day winner, as he lives a day most adults will never experience.
After almost 500 incredible entries from kids right across Australia, Jett’s idea stood out: tackling food waste by helping Australians understand that wonky fruit and veg still taste just as good.
You’ll hear Jett sit down with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to ask w...

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Our PM meets the real PM; a traditional Mexican bird parade; electric planes take flight; and lucky socks avoid the wash.

12-year-old Jett swapped the paddock for Parliament and met the Prime Minister! He shared a clever idea about saving “wonky” veggies from the bin—and even got a shoutout in Parliament.

Imagine walking through streets full of singing birds stacked in sky-high cages! 🐦🎶 In Mexico City, this colourful tradition is still alive—but it’s slowly fading as people work to protect the birds.

Planes that sound like...

Drumroll, please… 🥁

After sifting through almost 500 incredible entries from kids right across Australia, the moment has finally arrived — we’re announcing the winner of Prime Minister for a Day!

In this special episode, you’ll hear some of the brilliant, bold, and downright creative ideas Aussie kids came up with to make the country a better place, from big, world-changing plans to clever, kid-powered solutions (and a few that might just make you smile). We also reveal our standout runners-up before crowning the one student who is in Canberra to step into the Prime Minister’s shoes for a...

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Counting down to a moon mission; Maryland’s stinky sock festival; a Little Athletics legend; and making music with mayonnaise.

NASA hit pause after some pesky rocket problems—but now Artemis 2 is ready to roar! Four astronauts will zoom around the Moon for the first time in 50 years.

In Maryland, people celebrate spring by tossing their stinky winter socks into a giant bonfire!

Rylan Wooster isn’t your average 11-year-old—he’s breaking records left, right, and centre! With wins in multiple races, this speedy star is racing...

We’re cracking open the Squiz Kids vault this week to bring you back one of our most mind-bending episodes — the Shortcut to the Deep Sea.

It’s a place where sunlight never reaches, creatures glow in the dark, and survival means adapting to some of the toughest conditions on Earth. In this episode, we explore what lives deep beneath the ocean’s surface, how these animals survive, and why scientists are still uncovering new discoveries down there.

Strange, surprising, and still full of mystery — the deep sea is a world like no other.

Why do humans have chins… and no other animals do?

It’s one of the strangest little features on your face — and scientists still aren’t entirely sure why it’s there. In this episode, we explore what a chin actually is (hint: it’s more complicated than you think), why it’s unique to humans, and what new research suggests about its origin.

It’s a short, curious look at one of the most human things about being human… and a reminder that evolution doesn’t always follow a plan.

A fun kids vs adults news quiz to test who’s been paying the most attention to the week in news.

For the full episode transcript, click here.