Plastic Treaty
This week, delegates from 170 countries are meeting in Switzerland to try and finalise a historic global treaty aimed at curbing plastic pollution. With an estimated 8 billion tonnes of plastic now contaminating every corner of the planet, we explore how this once-revolutionary invention became one of the most pressing environmental challenges of our time.
Vincent Lingiari
August 16 marks 50 years since former Prime Minister Gough Whitlam famously poured soil into the hands of Aboriginal activist Vincent Lingiari, symbolising the return of a portion of Gurindji land to its traditional owners. This powerful gesture became a defining moment in Australian history, sparking a broader movement for Aboriginal land rights across the country. ✏️ Teacher Resource 🔗 Related Story
Dental Hygiene
A new study by the Australian Dental Association reveals that many Aussie kids aren’t brushing their teeth often enough. Kushi explores why building good oral health habits early is so important.
Crystal Creation 🧪 Science Week
To celebrate Science Week, we catch up with Diya — a budding young scientist who recently won an SA Oliphant Science Award for her project exploring the art and science of crystal creation. ✏️ Teacher Resource
Fourth-Generation Pilot Katie 🎤 Rookie Reporter
We meet Katie who is a fourth-generation pilot and the first female flyer in her family. Despite being born with hearing loss, she’s pursuing her passion for aviation and already has more hours in the air than behind the wheel. She’s a Heywire winner, an ABC-run competition which helps young Australians in regional areas tell their stories. | 
