Housing Crisis
This week the federal government handed down its budget, which contained some big changes aimed making it easier for young people to buy a house. We find out why the price of real estate has become a big issue in Australia and why the government decided it needed to do something to bring house prices down.
Quarantine | Teacher Resource ✏️
This week a quarantine centre in Perth that was built during the COVID19 Pandemic got some new residents as six people were transferred from a cruise ship where several passengers contracted hantavirus. We find out what happened and how quarantine has been used to stop the spread of disease for hundreds of years.
Eurovision
The world’s biggest song contest has kicked off in Vienna, Switzerland. Eurovision is known for its epic costumes and quirky ballads, but this year it’s also attracted big protests and some boycotts because of Israel’s involvement. Joe finds out why this non-political song contest is often at the centre of political controversies.
World Bee Day | Teacher Resource ✏️
Next Wednesday, May 20, is World Bee Day, which was created by the UN to draw attention to the importance of bees and the many threats that they face. Aiden goes to meet some young beekeepers and find out more about these amazing insects.
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