Society & Culture

Explainers

Buy Australian to boost our future

How many of your toys or clothes were made in Australia? Our country is falling behind when it comes to producing a range of goods and our economy is at risk. But there is a way we can help

Society and Culture

Strictest uniform rules in Australia

Buzz cut bans, skirt length measurements and acceptable brands of shoes: here are some of the country’s staunchest school uniform policies. Take our Kids News poll and tell us what you think

Sport

Footy fever in Knight’s AFL posters

Herald Sun cartoonist and Kids News favourite Mark Knight has unveiled his AFL premierships posters for 2024 ahead of Saturday’s blockbuster match between the Lions and the Swans

Science and Technology

Kids hit cruise control in future cars

Welcome to the future of family road trips, where games and playlists are designed to keep young passengers happy – and the car could even suggest your parents pull in at the next Maccas 

VIDEOSpelling Bee

New Spelling Bee champs crowned

After over 70,000 student registrations, three riveting rounds and every state and territory in Australia joining the hive, it’s time to meet the national champions of the 2024 PM’s Spelling Bee

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Explainers

Albo meets Trump at White House

The historic leaders’ meeting saw an important minerals deal struck between the US and Australia as well as the AUKUS pact solidified. So why did our ambassador leave with a red face?

VIDEOSport

Surf champ inspires young guns

Newly crowned WSL World Champion surfer Molly Picklum has come home to Australia with one very heavy trophy, a big smile and these nuggets of wisdom for the next generation of grommets

VIDEONews

Jewel heist strikes the Louvre

‘Daylight robbery’ is the understatement of the century after eight priceless pieces of royal jewellery were stolen from the Louvre in Paris in a brazen seven-minute heist. How did this happen?

Animals

Protecting a native Aussie icon

This October 24 is World Kangaroo Day, a day to celebrate a beloved ancient animal that needs our help. But how much do you really know about the kangaroo? Read our fun facts to find out

VIDEOSport

Teen Socceroo taking on the world

Meet Nestory Irankunda, the teen Socceroo taking the game by storm, who opens up about seizing his place in international football and coach Tony Popovic’s wisdom in a rare interview

Money

Is panning for gold a prospect?

All that glitters is gold for modern-day prospectors now that the precious mineral has soared in value amid economic upheaval. But just how much can you earn panning for gold in the 21st century?

VIDEOSport

Olympic star Ariarne Titmus retires

Australian Olympic champion Ariarne Titmus has announced her shock retirement from swimming at the age of just 25, sharing her plans to pursue the dream worth more to her than all the medals

Sport

Tiny nation makes FIFA World Cup

The small archipelago nation of Cape Verde has booked a place at the FIFA World Cup for the first time in history. Here’s why the victory means so much for the small African country of 550,000

VIDEOJust for Fun

Man’s world record-breaking name

After a High Court ruling, over 2000 middle names and one very patient wedding celebrant, this New Zealand man’s Guinness World Record for the longest name will be a real mouthful to beat

VIDEOExplainers

Trump declares end of Gaza war

US President Donald Trump has proclaimed the Gaza war over during his brief but triumphant Middle East visit after Hamas released Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners were freed

VIDEOSpace

The mesmerising surface of Mars

Space enthusiasts can journey across Mars’ mysterious landscape as spectacular new footage reveals the planet’s possible past, with evidence of ancient beaches and flowing rivers – watch it here

Sport

Healy smashes World Cup record

Australia has pulled off one of the greatest wins in Cricket World Cup history with skipper Alyssa Healy playing a jaw-dropping innings in India – find out how she did it

News

End of the war in Gaza in sight

Israel and Hamas have agreed to the US ceasefire and hostage release deal to end the war in Gaza, as ordinary Palestinian and Israeli civilians celebrate with hope in emotional, jubilant scenes

VIDEOScience and Technology

‘Hermione’s handbag’ Nobel prize

‘A wonderful day for Australian science’ was decades in the making, as an international research effort with astonishing results earns this Melb Uni professor the coveted Nobel prize

Science and Technology

Remote study to DNA defenders

Two molecular scientists have taken hi-tech DNA laboratory techniques to some of Australia’s most remote classrooms to help create the next generation of biosecurity defenders – here’s why