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BTN is a high-energy, fun way for Upper Primary and Secondary students to learn about current issues and events in their world. Each program is built around major news stories of the week.

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Queensland's New E-Rideable Rules Explained

We find out about some of Queensland's new rules for people riding e-bikes and e-scooters.

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Duration: 5 minutes

Nepal Flood Aftermath

We take a look at the search and recovery efforts after devastating floods hit Nepal and Tibet.

Flood ravaged areas of Nepal with a title food aftermath.

Duration: 5 minutes

How Are Aussie Kids Celebrating Book Week?

We find out how kids are celebrating Book Week, and learn about the important role of libraries.

Duration: 5 minutes

Meta’s $25 Billion Social Media Settlement Explained

We find out why Meta’s big court case has suddenly ended in the US.

Duration: 5 minutes

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Superannuation Changes

We explore how superannuation works and why some people want to change it.

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Duration: 6 minutes 56 seconds

Torres Strait Islander Authors

These First Nations high schoolers wrote a children’s book so kids in their communities can have more culturally relevant books to read.

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Duration: 4 minutes 36 seconds

Agriculture Jobs

We find out why fewer young people are choosing a career in agriculture.

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Duration: 5 minutes 50 seconds

The challenges of living on Mars?

Can we live on Mars? And if so, what sort of challenges would we need to overcome to call the Red Planet home?

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Duration: 7 minutes 58 seconds

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BTN Quiz Ep 25, 2026

A quiz about Nepal Landslide, National Debt, Ocean Temperature, AI Music & Cameron's Spud Business

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Ocean Temperature

National Debt

Cameron's Spud Business

Nepal Landslide

AI Music

BTN Classroom Episode 25

Newsbreak

Queensland's New E-Rideable Rules Explained

Nepal Flood Aftermath

How Are Aussie Kids Celebrating Book Week?

Meta’s $25 Billion Social Media Settlement Explained

BTN High

Superannuation Changes

Torres Strait Islander Authors

Agriculture Jobs

The challenges of living on Mars?

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We’d love your feedback on BTN!

BTN Quiz Ep 25, 2026

School Shout-Out ** NOW CLOSED

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