Matildas one step closer to Olympics; Moon mission accomplished; Panthers pipped at post; and a hospital for kiwis.

Your daily kids news podcast. Matildas one step closer to Olympics; Moon mission accomplished; Panthers pipped at post; and a hospital for kiwis. The Matildas showed the world their soccer superpowers this weekend, zooming past Uzbekistan with a dazzling 3-0 win! With goals flying left and right, these soccer heroes are one step closer to Olympic glory. New Zealand just got a bit more awesome with its first-ever kiwi hospital! This feathery haven is a game-changer for the cutest national birds needing a little TLC. From car mishaps to pool filter adventures, kiwis like 'Splash' now have a safe place to heal. Kiwi-tastic indeed! Meet Odie, the moon lander that decided the Moon was the perfect spot for a little lie-down. Despite its sideways snooze, Odie's still hard at work, proving that even in space, a good rest can lead to great discoveries. A cosmic reminder to keep reaching for the stars! Big news for sports fans! The London Marathon levels the playing field with equal prize money for all athletes. Aussie star Madison de Rozario calls it a game-changer, proving that on the track of fairness, we're all racing together. For the full episode transcript, click here. Squiz Kids Facebook Squiz Kids Instagram Newshounds Get started on our free media literacy resource for classrooms https://www.squizkids.com.au/about-newshounds/ Classroom Companion: Teachers! Want to access free, curriculum-aligned classroom resources tied to the daily podcast? Sign up to be a Squiz Kids Classroom and download the Classroom Companion each day. Made by teachers for teachers, differentiated to suit all primary school ability levels. And did we mention it’s free? Stay up to date with us on our Squiz Kids Instagram!   Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Complete the form on our Squiz Kids website. Link: SHOUT OUTS or / send us an email at [email protected]