Society & Culture

Spelling Bee

The sweet ‘spell’ of s-u-c-c-e-s-s

Girl power ruled when our three female PM Spelling Bee champs made history to become the nation’s top spellers. Find out what advice the Prime Minister gave them during their special meeting

POLLSociety and Culture

Teen’s quest for Australian republic

A teenager is calling for Australia to become republic, arguing our head of state should be an Australian citizen rather than a British royal. CAST YOUR VOTE IN OUR KIDS NEWS POLL

BREAKINGSport

Piastri wins, equals Aussie record

Australia’s Oscar Piastri produced a faultless drive under intense pressure to win a wild Spanish Grand Prix, extending his lead in the Formula One world championship and making Aussie history

VIDEOScience and Technology

Are AI sunnies clever or creepy?

We’re a nation of early adopters when it comes to embracing new technology – but a recent vox pop suggests the average Aussie has serious concerns about ‘spy AI’ features in this fashion accessory

Environment

Brave rescuers save stranded kids

12-year-old Ashley Cowan’s incredible rescue was one of 22 winch jobs the NSW Police Polair crew did in one day, saving lives in the worst floods on the NSW Mid North Coast in over 100 years

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Technology

Are you ready for a smartphone?

When it comes to digital readiness, age isn’t the only thing that matters. Most Aussie tweens lack some important skills needed for safely using a smartphone – here’s why you may not be ready yet

VIDEOScience and Technology

Musk’s kids pledge after flying car

The world’s richest man Elon Musk has made another surprising announcement just days after unveiling his amazing flying car – and this one could see 72 million kids share in the wealth of AI

Health

Five simple ways kids can connect

Even small moments of bonding can boost mental and physical wellbeing, according to experts, so let’s embrace Mental Health Month’s theme, because ‘A Little Connection Goes a Long Way’

Money

‘Torturous twist’ of monetary policy

Mark Knight suggests it’s back to the Dark Ages for Aussies on the rack financially, stretched to the limit by RBA interest rate hikes and high inflation, as government spending drives up prices

Explainers

Could my fridge really get hacked?

Hundreds of supermarkets recently had their fridges hacked, leading to thousands of products spoiling, but could this happen at home? Experts say many of our everyday devices are at risk

Environment

Tiny Fijian bee faces extinction

A very wee bee the size of a grain of rice was discovered just two years ago in the trees of the island nation. But researchers believe that 99 per cent have already vanished – what is happening?

VIDEOSport

Kids’ big day out at Bathurst 1000

Two lucky lads in lanyards soaked up the motorsports scene, saw plenty of action on track and enjoyed all the fun things for young fans to see and do when Supercars burned into Mount Panorama

VIDEOArts

Boy’s bird song wins hearts

Major Aussie artists are obsessed with the toe-tapping bird song written by an eight-year-old boy that has become a ‘little bit of a flag’ for human creativity

VIDEOSociety and Culture

Duchess speaks out for girls’ rights

Meghan Markle has shared a heartwarming home video featuring daughter Lilibet on the International Day of the Girl (October 11) while announcing new work to give more girls access to education

History

The secret plot that fooled Hitler

A dumped body with a forged identity and a fake plot to invade two nations – it’s the WWII deception plot credited with saving thousands of lives. Find out how the secret was revealed

Health

Chemicals found in our fresh food

A new report shows some supermarket staples contain traces of pesticides. Find out which foods Aussie families stock up on each week may be tainted and how to reduce your exposure

Sport

‘Hidden’ gems in Games emblems

The Brisbane 2032 Olympic emblems have been unveiled six years ahead of Australia’s third ever Games. What special shapes can you spot in the highly symbolic designs?

Arts

What’s on these spring holidays

The sun is out, the flowers are blooming and there are a million things to do! Check out our favourite school holiday activities across the capitals this spring

VIDEOSport

Knight: Premiership poster designs

Wharfie time or a pride of three-peat lions? Herald Sun cartoonist Mark Knight has unveiled his iconic 2026 Premiership posters. Find out how to get yours ahead of the AFL Grand Final clash

Ask Healthy Harold

Inside story: your body’s immunity

Healthy Harold has listened to your Kids News poll and heads into spring break by reporting ‘live from the inside’, getting the scoop on how busy blood cells in our bodies help fight infection