Thursday, June 1 - The world’s highest rubbish dump; futuristic solar trees; a frightening croc attack and the State of Origin wrap up.

Squiz Kids is an award-winning, free daily news podcast just for kids. Give us ten minutes, and we’ll give you the world. A short podcast that gives kids the lowdown on the big news stories of the day, delivered without opinion, and with positivity and humour.

'Kid-friendly news that keeps them up to date without all the nasties’ (A Squiz Parent)

This Australian podcast for kids easily fits into the daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them.

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LINKS

Mount Everest rubbish

https://nypost.com/2023/05/30/i-discovered-a-trash-dump-on-mt-everest-and-picked-up-440-pounds-of-it/

Solar powered trees

https://edition.cnn.com/2023/05/30/world/solar-tree-electric-vehicle-charging-spc-intl/index.html

Squiz Kids Book Club: https://www.squizkids.com.au/book_club/may-2023/

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If you’re keen to learn more about the National Portrait Gallery of Australia and the portrait competition, Little Darlings, check out gallery’s website and there’s a lot more than museums in Canberra. Mums, Dads, Teachers - check out the VisitCanberra for some great ways to inspire and entertain the kids on your next trip to the nation’s capital

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