News Time, produced by ABC Australia, is hosted by Emily Anderson and counts down animal, sport, science and space stories for children aged 4 to 9. It has 458 episodes released every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, typically 8 to 10 minutes long. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, with an indicative rate of $90 to $630 per episode.
Reach Australian families through a trusted ABC kids science and animal show
- Three episodes a week for children aged 4 to 9, released on a consistent schedule
- Episodes run about 9 minutes, with a presenter-led countdown of animal and science stories
- Rated 4.2 on Apple Podcasts from 203 ratings, with a family-safe public broadcaster brand
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- news roundup, solo presenter segments, kids Q and A
- Tone
- playful, informative
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 8 to 10 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Description states it is perfect for 4 to 9 year olds, and titles cover animals, science and sport with no flagged content.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.abc.net.au/kidslisten/programs/news-time/ |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1414580769 |
| RSS feed | www.abc.net.au/feeds/9989710/podcast.xml |
Benchmark score: 34 / 100
Public rule, same for everyone. How it works.
Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Rare snails and oldest man | 2026-10-15 | 11 min |
| Olympics ideas and shark scares | 2026-10-13 | 9 min |
| Ice age gums and portrait prize | 2026-10-11 | 8 min |
| Hero chihuahua and prehistoric bird | 2026-10-08 | 10 min |
| Fat Bear Week and moth swarms | 2026-10-06 | 9 min |
| Amazing athletes and Kalkadoon cowgirl | 2026-10-04 | 9 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 4 days ago, a new one about every 2 days.
From amazing animals to sensational sport, interesting insects to dino discoveries, mars missions and beyond. Join Emily Anderson every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday to count down the weird and wonderful. News Time is perfect for 4-9 year olds who want to know more about the world around them.
About News Time
News Time is a children's podcast produced by ABC Australia and hosted by Emily Anderson, according to the show's RSS feed and Apple Podcasts listing. It counts down animal, science, sport and space stories for listeners aged 4 to 9, and the ABC Kids Listen page describes it as perfect for that age group.
The show has 458 episodes released every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, with a median episode length of about 9 minutes. Apple Podcasts shows 203 ratings with an average of 4.2 out of 5. Listener figures are estimates: we estimate 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, and the audience is likely to be Australian families.
The feed shows no sponsors. Estimated sponsorship rates are $90 to $630 per episode, based on the estimated download range. Brands suited to family and educational campaigns should consider it.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. News Time can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about News Time
How much does News Time charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll is indicatively $90 to $630 per episode. Final pricing depends on the show's terms and the children's advertising rules that apply.
What is News Time about?
News Time is a children's podcast from ABC Australia, hosted by Emily Anderson. It counts down animal, science, sport and space stories for listeners aged 4 to 9.
How do I contact News Time about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked through Starbooked.
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