ArtsFancy running away to the circus?Chasing a life beneath the big top was an unusual career choice for these Australians but they’re back touring with Cirque du Soleil’s extravaganza. Here’s how they help bring the magic to life
Animals‘Smashing pumpkins’ feast at zooThree female hippos and nine Asian elephants have received the ultimate seasonal treat at one Australian zoo after staff grew giant pumpkins gulped by the animals’ giant jaws in just a few chomps
POLLSportDouble dare Deanne’s downhill bidFemale jockey Deanne Panya will swap racing silks for skateboard sneakers as she prepares to represent Australia at the World Skate Games and hurtle downhill on a longboard at 100km/hr
PICTURESMoneyHow to add value to Bluey coinsAustralia Post has released a new set of $2 Bluey coins, potentially inspiring a new generation of collectors who may one day make a ‘Dollarbuck’ if the hobby bounces back – find out what’s valuable
UPDATEDJust for FunWilly Wonka, eat your heart outRoald Dahl’s ‘pure imagination’ finds a spiritual home in Australia as Cadbury’s massive $150 million project to build the ultimate chocolate experience is unanimously approved by council
Book ClubAuthor Matt Stanton answers reader questionsWell done to all the kids who sent in great questions for Funny Kids author Matt. Check out his answers to 10 of the best
AnimalsMeet the comedians in the animal kingdomWe won’t ever know if these animals are trying to be funny but we do know they’re giving us lots of laughs. Meet the stars of the finalist entries in the 2020 Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards
Just for FunFight over what’s right with fairy breadFairy bread is an Aussie party icon — a simple, old-fashioned treat that helps make a table of party food look good and feel fun, except there’s a lot of disagreement about how to make it
Just for FunDad and daughter make a winning ballet combinationA rugby-loving dad has teamed with his ballet-loving daughter to take out top prize in a global dance challenge. Check out their moves
EXPLAINERExplainersBrain holds key to Antarctic ice ship mysteryConspiracy theorists claim they’ve found a huge capsized ship about 160km off the coast of Antarctica but the mystery is most likely solved by looking at how human brains work
Just for FunAnother crazy year of Guinness World RecordsIf you thought a pandemic would hold back world-record wannabes, think again. The latest Guinness World Records Book includes as many weird and wonderful achievements as ever
ArtsVegemite needs you to sing its jingleWe know Vegemite tastes like Australia, but the company that makes it wants to find out what Australia sounds like, calling on the nation to give the spread’s classic theme song a new life
Just for FunSee the sights on a holiday to nowhereBusiness is booming during coronavirus-related restrictions for a virtual travel company that helps you have a holiday without going anywhere
SportWhose big AFL grab will we sing about?The AFL Grand Final is one of the major sporting events of the year but everything about the 2020 season is different. Qld Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk could take the mark of the year
SpaceVirgin Galactic reveals space cabin designFor $350,000, passengers flying to space on a 90-minute Virgin Galactic joy ride will be able to see themselves floating weightless against the backdrop of the Earth below
AnimalsDog becomes essential worker during pandemicA chocolate Labrador has been doing an important job to help people stay safe during the COVID-19 pandemic, delivering food in a straw basket around his neighbourhood
Just for FunOld video game sells for $164,000A 35-year-old Super Mario Bros. video game has been sold for more than $164,000, but the very high price still doesn’t beat the recent sale of an expensive Star Wars Boba Fett action figure
Just for FunYay! It’s time for school holiday funKids News is taking a little break to enjoy the school holidays. In the meantime, try these Dr Seuss-themed activities. Enjoy! Have a great break and stay safe
TechnologyThere’s a huge dinosaur in my kitchenGoogle has a new feature that lets you view lifelike dinosaurs wherever you are through a smartphone camera with 3D augmented reality technology that works like Pokemon Go
HumanitiesMaking ISO bears for friends to cuddleGrace and Chloe knew how much comfort a cuddly toy could be during the stressful times of social isolation, so they decided to spread the joy and make ISO bears for people to adopt