BTN Classroom Episode 30, 2024 - Behind the News

Royal Visit Reaction 👑 Thousands of royal fans took the chance to see King Charles and Queen Camilla in person, but for some the visit reignited debate about whether Australia should become a republic. US Influence 🇺🇸 Why do Australians care so much about what happens in a country on the other side of the world? School Lunches 🥪 Queensland Premier Steven Miles was promising free school lunches if Labor was re-elected on the weekend. It’s not a new idea, and some say kids around the country should be provided with meals at school, like they are in some other countries. Scary Psychology 🧛🏻‍♂️ Have you ever wondered where our fears come from, and why being scared can be kind of fun? Nyah's Two Cultures 💧 Nyah tells us how she walks the line between her two cultures; coast and Country, salt water and fresh water. BTN Story Page + Teacher Resources https://www.abc.net.au/btn/classroom/btn-classroom-episode-30-2024/104527656 __________________________________________ Subscribe https://www.youtube.com/behindthenews?sub_confirmation=1 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@behindthenewstv Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abcbtn Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/behindthenews/ For the past 55 years, Behind the News has been helping to break down current issues and events for young people all around the world. The program is a high-energy, fun way for people to learn about the stories we see in the news while providing background information that isn’t usually given by other news bulletins. #ABCbtn