Table of contents for April 2026 in K-Zone

APRIL GET INTO 2nd International Children’s Book Day4th World Rat Day5th Geologists Day6th World Table Tennis Day7th World Health Day10th International Safety Pin Day12th International Day for Human Space Flight14th International Moment of Laughter Day15th World Art Day16th World Circus Day17th International Bat Appreciation Day18th International Amateur Radio Day22nd International Mother Earth Day23rd World Book and Copyright Day25th World Penguin Day27th International Guide Dog Day30th World Veterinary Day HAPPY BIRTHDAY 1st Randy Orton5th Pharrell Williams6th Paul Rudd AKA Ant-Man6th Aussie Formula 1 driver, Oscar Piastri7th Russell Crowe and Jackie Chan15th Seth Rogen AKA the voice of Pumbaa23rd John Cena26th Channing Tatum AKA Remy LeBeau / Gambit30th Gal Gadot AKA Wonder Woman SPORT 3rd Panthers vs. Storm in the NRL11th NRL Double Header in Perth12th Formula 1 Grand Prix in Bahrain16th Carlton vs. Collingwood in the AFL18th Western…

The bell hasn’t even rung and chaos is already everywhere! That’s the vibe the moment you jump into WWE 2K26. Animations snap, slams crunch and the whole thing feels like it’s daring you to keep up. Somewhere in the madness you realise there are more than 400 wrestlers waiting to be unleashed. The Punked Showcase mode steals the spotlight, letting you relive CM Punk’s biggest moments with clever timing challenges. New match types twist the rules, and the next-gen shine makes every move look brutal. It’s loud, rowdy and impossible to put down.…

Cairn is a survival rock climbing experience that doesn’t care how brave you think you are. One wrong choice of grip and you’re sliding back down the cliff you spent an age conquering. But that’s the magic - every tiny victory feels huge. The mountain is open and full of hidden paths, risky shortcuts and clever climbing puzzles. A stamina system forces you to think before you leap and placing gear becomes its own strategy. The controls are simple, but mastering them takes patience and a bit of stubbornness. It’s tough, atmospheric and strangely peaceful, the kind of challenge that makes you grin when you finally reach the top.…

Nothing in Dragon Quest VII Reimagined stays still for long. One moment you’re chilling in a quiet village, the next you’re using magical stone tablets to leap into the past and fix islands that vanished from history. The new diorama-style visuals make every place look like a handcrafted model, and the updated job system makes building your dream team easier than ever. Travel is faster, quests flow more smoothly and the whole adventure feels tighter. It’s warm, colourful and full of little surprises that reward the curiosity of turn-based JRPG fans. GAME NINJA PRO TIP Dragon Quest VII came out on the original PlayStation in the year 2000 and has been remade once already for the 3DS in 2013. In total somewhere between 60 and 65 standalone games have been…

Pokémon Pokopia starts with a simple task — rebuild a ruined island — but then puts you in the boots of Ditto, turning everything delightfully upside-down. As Ditto, you don’t just copy the look of Pokémon you befriend, but also their abilities. One minute you’re gliding across water, the next you’re smashing rocks or floating through the air. This helps on your journey to collecting resources and building habitats that can attract new Pokémon and therefore new abilities. The island shifts with the seasons, too, changing what you can do. Add online co-op and suddenly you’re designing dream towns with friends and Pokémon flair. It’s cosy, creative and full of clever transformation tricks that make every session feel different.…

Every now and then a game comes out of nowhere and steals the spotlight, and Arc Raiders is that game. One minute it’s a cool sci-fi shooter, the next it’s overtaking Call of Duty and Battlefield 6 as the most-played PC FPS of the year. Giant mechanical enemies, slick teamwork and stylish combat have hooked players fast. Hollywood noticed too — a bidding war for the movie rights has already kicked off. It’s rare for a brand-new shooter to explode like this, but Arc Raiders clearly hit the sweet spot. Expect to hear its name everywhere this year. GAME NINJA PRO TIP In Arc Raiders, stick with your squad and communicate constantly as it punishes solo players. Use verticality to break line of sight, loot quickly, and avoid unnecessary fights. Prioritise…

SNOT JELLY, TINY DEMIGODS AND MYSTERY. THE FAR-OUT FIVE: SNOT JELLY ISLAND OLAF FALAFEL Stewart, Sophie, Zainab, Jeffrey and the Great Waldini form the Far-Out Five! When the group is transformed into strange creatures and transported far away from home, they must find a magical wand to send them back. Along the way, they face fascinating beings such as Spewnicorn, a rainbow vomiting punk unicorn, a walking bathtub named Tubbs, and Glossy Jeff, a super chilled out seal. Can the team complete the mysterious tasks and escape the wobbly statues of Snot Jelly Island? READ IT… FOR THE FUNNIES. TINY HERCULES JON LOCK ILLUSTRATED BY NICH ANGELL Prepare for big laughs and adventure with Tiny Hercules. After being banished to Earth for ruining Tiny Zeus’s party, Tiny Hercules must complete…

WATCH RAW, SMACKDOWN, NXT AND WWE EVENTS ON NETFLIX “I’M A POWERHOUSE. I LIKE TO PICK LITTLE GIRLS UP AND THROW THEM AROUND AND THAT SEEMS TO GET THE JOB DONE.” RHEA RIPLEY QUICK STATS: SIGNED WITH WWE IN: 2017 NICKNAME: Mami REAL NAME: Demi Bennett FROM: Adelaide SIGNATURE MOVE: Riptide CLAIMS TO FAME: * First female Aus tralian champion in WWE history. * First woman to win a Royal Rumble from the #1 spot * Only female wrestler to hold the NXT UK, NXT, Ra , SmackDown, and Women’s Tag Team titles FUN FACTS: Could’ve been a soccer star: Growing up, she played soccer for the Australian Fulham United team. She was also into karate, rugby, netball and swimming Heavy metal is on her play list: A big fan of black clothes…

LARGEST HANDS ON A TEENAGER The largest hands on a teenager (male) belong to Lars Motza (Germany, b. 21 September 2002) whose right hand is 23.3cm and left hand is 23.3cm from the wrist to the tip of the middle finger, as measured in Berlin, Germany, on 12 December 2019. LONGEST HAIR ON A TEENAGER The longest hair on a living teenager (male) is 161cm, and was achieved by Reuben Looks Twice Jr. (USA) in Rapid City, South Dakota, USA, on 7 June 2024. THE LONGEST POLAR ULTRAMARATHON COMPLETED ON FOOT The longest polar ultramarathon completed on foot (female) is 1,402.21km and was achieved by Donna Urquhart (Australia) on the Union Glacier, Antarctica, between 15 December 2023 and 14 January 2024. The first woman to ever attempt a record such…

Q: WHAT DO YOU CALL A CHICKEN LOOKING AT A LETTUCE? A: CHICKEN SEES-A-SALAD. Q: WHAT DO YOU CALL A COW THAT HAS JUST HAD A BABY? A: DE-CALF-INATED. Q: WHAT HAS TWO HANDS BUT NO ARMS? A: A CLOCK! Q: WHAT KEEPS ROCK STARS COOL? A: THEIR FANS. Q: WHAT SEASON IS IT WHEN YOU GO ON A TRAMPOLINE? A: SPRINGTIME. Q: WHAT DO YOU CALL A DINOSAUR THAT HASN’T TAKEN A BATH? A: A STINK-O-SAURUS. Q: WHAT VITAMIN HELPS YOUR EYES? A: VITAMIN C. Q: WHAT DO COWS READ WITH BREAKFAST? A: A MOOOOSPAPER. Q: WHY SHOULDN’T YOU WRITE WITH A BROKEN PENCIL? A: BECAUSE IT’S POINTLESS. Q: HOW DOES DARTH VADER LIKE HIS TOAST? A: ON THE DARK SIDE. Q: WHY CAN’T YOU TRUST ATOMS? A: THEY MAKE…

The Ultimate Fan “Yo K-Zone! You guys are absolute legends. I’ve got every single issue since 2022 stacked in my room! My fave part is definitely the gaming and the prank ideas. Can you please do more Roblox tips next month? You’re the GOAT! Leo, 9, NSW To the K-Zone Crew, I tried the ‘phone phoney’ prank from last month on my big sister and she totally fell for it! I was laughing so hard I nearly forgot to eat my breakfast. Keep the pranks coming, they are hilarious! Archie, 8, WA K-Zone is the best magazine in the universe! I love reading about the new gadgets. I’m saving up my pocket money to get a VR. Oscar, 11, QLD Hey! I’m a huge WWE fan.’ My favorite wrestler is…

The first corner in Screamer tells you everything: this isn’t just a racing game; it’s a neon fistfight on wheels. Steering with one stick while firing weapons with the other feels like patting your head and rubbing your stomach at 200km/h. But once your brain clicks, the whole game becomes a glorious blur of drifts, dodges and explosions. Tournament mode mixes races with anime-style cutscenes, while Overdrive trials push your reflexes to the edge. Two energy meters fuel boosts, shields and chaos, and every car has its own personality. It’s fast, flashy and full of “no way!” moments.…

The world of Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection doesn’t waste time — it throws you into a mystery involving a long-lost war and a Rathalos egg that shouldn’t exist. Instead of hacking away at monsters, you’re bonding with Monsties, hatching eggs and discovering how your skills combine in clever ways. Battles mix power, speed and technical attacks in what is a turn-based RPG experience. But the real fun comes from chaining moves with your partner creature. Exploring new regions, crafting gear and uncovering secrets also keeps the pace lively. It’s colourful, heartfelt and full of reasons to keep adventuring.…

Stepping into World of Warcraft: Midnight feels like opening a door you haven’t walked through in years — and finding the whole room rearranged. The region of Quel’Thalas is back in this new expansion to the biggest MMORPG of them all, brighter and darker at the same time, thanks to the creeping Void swallowing everything in shadows. New zones, refreshed rakes on classic areas and eight fresh dungeons give you plenty to tackle, while world events pull players together to fight back. Combat feels smoother, questing is quicker and the story leans into big characters and dramatic moments. It’s a nostalgic return with a modern kick.…

The moment you snap the first brick together, you’ll get it — Lego Pokémon is a match that should’ve happened years ago. The sets range from tiny, adorable Eevee builds to a gigantic 6,800-piece epic featuring Blastoise, Charizard and Venusaur. Each model has personality, and the bigger ones even have some clever moving parts. Pikachu could be our favourite as it also comes with a Poké Ball set, and the whole range feels designed for collectors and casual builders alike. Whether you’re posing them on a shelf or staging battles on your desk, these sets hit the sweet spot for fans.…

Things never slowdown in the video games industry and we have a bunch of release date news for you as bit titles elbow their way into your calendar. Forza Horizon 6 (PC, XSX) drifts in on May 19 with new cars and a fresh location. Fable (XSX, PS5, PC) finally returns in Spring 2026, promising a whole new spin on the legendary fantasy world. Diablo IV’s Lord of Hated expansion arrives April 28 with nastier enemies and darker story beats. GAME NINJA PRO TIP Remember Gae of the Year winner Control! Well, a sequel as finally been announced by Remedy, one off the world’s best developers. Control Resonant (PS5, XSX, PC) brings back the weird, wonderful supernatural chaos sometime this year.…

This season’s tech drop feels like a treasure chest for gamers and creators. The Silicon Power Hypera microSDXC card gives Switch 2 players (and content creators) a massive storage boost with lightning-fast speeds. Nintendo’s new Virtual Boy accessory revives the quirky 1995 VR experience using your Switch and Joy-Cons, complete with a growing library of classic games (Nintendo Online membership required). And the Belkin Stage Creator Kit bundles a sturdy tripod, magnetic phone mount and two wireless mics into a creator-ready pack for those desiring pro-quality videos. GAME NINJA PRO TIP Sony’s gone neon with its new Hyperpop DualSense line, dropping Techno Red, Remix Green and Rhythm Blue. Not to be outdone, Nintendo slipped out fresh Joy Cons alongside Mario Tennis Fever, this time in Light Green and Light Purple.…

GOAT IN CINEMAS FROM 12 MARCH. Will Harris is a pint-sized goat who is thrown into a chaotic world of supersized, hyper athletic animals in the hopes of revolutionising the wild game of roarball, a high energy, co ed, full contact sport. When Will is presented with the opportunity to play professionally, he grabs it by the horns. Despite facing lightning fast predators and competitors of towering size, Will is determined to prove that even the smallest player can change the game. WATCH OUT FOR: TEAMS AND DREAMS. ONE PIECE: INTO THE GRAND LINE STREAMING ON NETFLIX FROM 10 MARCH Season two of Netflix’s One Piece picks up with the adventure seeking Straw Hats facing the unpredictable, monster filled stretch of ocean known as the Grand Line. Setting sail on another…

1 “REMEMBER, LICKING DOORKNOBS IS ILLEGAL ON OTHER PLANETS.” SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 2 “THIS IS NOT YOUR AVERAGE, EVERYDAY DARKNESS. THIS IS... ADVANCED DARKNESS.” SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3 “GOT IT, DONUT LORD.” SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 4 “I DON’T NEED IT. I DON’T NEED IT. I DEFINITELY DON’T NEED IT... I NEED IT!” SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 5 “I MEAN, I WOULDN’T CALL IT SPYING. WE WERE ALL JUST HANGING OUT ONLY I WASN’T INVITED AND NO ONE KNEW THAT I WAS THERE.” SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 6 “I’M WHAT YOU GET WHEN THE STARS COLLIDE!” SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 7 “YOU DON’T NEED A LICENSE TO DRIVE A SANDWICH.” SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 8 “THE WORLD’S LARGEST RUBBER BAND BALL? WE GOTTA SEE IT!” SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS SONIC…

Join Mario and friends for over-the-top tennis mayhem! Use top spins, slices, lobs, and other familiar shots—along with other fancy footwork and new defensive maneuvers—to outpace your opponents on the court. Keep a rally going, build up your Fever Gauge, and unleash powerful Fever Shots that can be augmented with special effects by equipping Fever Rackets! Freeze the court with the Ice Racket, summon mushrooms that shrink opponents with the Mini Mushroom Racket, duplicate yourself with the Shadow Racket, and more. Mix and match 30 different Fever Rackets with 38 playable characters, the most in series history, to find a strategy that works for you. Serve up casual or competitive play in a variety of game modes! Experience a story in which Mario and friends, encountering monsters on a remote…

1 NAME THE GALAXY THAT EARTH IS IN: __________________________________________________ 2 A PATTERN OF STARS IN THE NIGHT SKY IS CALLED A CONSTELLATION. TRUE FALSE 3 WHAT’S THE THIRD LARGEST PLANET IN OUR SOLAR SYSTEM? SATURN URANUS EARTH 4 AN ECLIPSE OF THE SUN IS WHAT HAPPENS WHEN THIS OBJECT PASSES IN FRONT OF IT: __________________________________________________ 5 SOMEONE WHO STUDIES THE NIGHT SKY IS CALLED AN ASTRONOMER. TRUE FALSE 6 WHAT TYPE OF ANIMAL WAS FIRST SENT INTO SPACE? FRUIT FLY MOTH STICK INSECT 7 WHICH OBJECT LOST ITS STATUS AS A PLANET IN 2006? ______________________ 8 MARS HAS THREE MOONS. TRUE FALSE ANSWERS - The Milky Way, 2. True, 3. B, 4. The moon, 5. True, 6. A, 7. Pluto, 8. False – it has two.…

Most of us rate our supercars by their top speeds, and since manufacturers are obsessed to go faster, today there are plenty that rate well over 400 km/h! Some dragsters can do 1000 km/h, but they cheat with jet engines and have to stick to the racetrack. Here are the world’s fastest (road legal) cars you can redline on a highway, track, or runway – and still drive home in! Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut – 499 km/h Taking the crown as quick king is this ballistic yet slimmer version of the brand’s already hypo hypercar. The Absolut has a twin-turbocharged 5.0 litre V8 engine pumping out 1600 horsepower, while only hitting the scales at 1390 kg! Aside from an absolutely nuts top speed of 499 km/h, it can go from 0-400km/h…

You don’t walk in Marathon, you sprint, slide, wall-run and pray the loot you grabbed is worth the trouble. Every match feels like a sci-fi heist in this online extraction FPS, where the alarms never stop blaring. One second, you’re sneaking past another squad, the next you’re scrambling for the exit with half the map chasing you. Movement is buttery smooth, turning escapes into action-movie set pieces. The world can look a little stark, but the tension of escaping with rare gear makes your heart thump. It’s messy, unpredictable and ridiculously fun when a plan actually works. GAME NINJA PRO TIP Marathon was originally released in 1994 and was the first game by legendary FPS developer Bungie (Halo, Destiny) who is now bringing the game back.…

The world below is a mess, so Towerborne (PC, PS5, XSX) sends you diving into danger from a floating tower like it’s totally normal. Every hex on the map hides something different — a boss, a mission, a surprise ambush — and the combat feels chunky in the best way. Swapping between weapon styles completely changes your rhythm, from speedy daggers to heavy warclubs. But the real magic happens when friends join in, juggling enemies and pulling off ridiculous team combos. Light RPG upgrades keep you growing, and the painterly world gives every fight a splash of charm.…

The Switch 2 upgrade for Super Mario Bros. Wonder doesn’t just polish the graphics — it drops a whole theme-park hub called Bellabel Park into your lap. Suddenly you have a social minigames experience where you’re racing for coins, sprinting through speedrun challenges and battling friends in tiny arenas. Rosalina and Luma join the cast, bringing new characters into one of the most enjoyable and imaginative platformers of all time. Everything feels designed for quick, joyful mayhem, especially with four players bouncing around at once. It’s a brilliant excuse to dive back into one of Mario’s most creative adventures.…

Wreckfest 2 (PS5, XSX) doesn’t just ask how well you can drive, it asks what kind of driver you want to be. A new career mode tracks your choices on a moral-alignment chart, shifting your story depending on whether you race clean or turn every corner into a demolition derby. The Canadian wilderness makes a gorgeous backdrop for all the chaos, and the improved physics make every smash feel crunchy and satisfying. It’s a racing game with personality, letting you decide whether you’re a hero, or the reason everyone else needs a new bumper.…

PAW PATROL CHASE’S LAUNCH ‘N’ RESCUE CRUISER The Rundown: This feature-packed police cruiser comes loaded with flashing lights, sound effects, and a hidden net launcher. You can store an extra projectile in the back and deploy the removable drone spoiler before sending Chase and an extra pup (sold separately) into action. THE VERDICT: 8/10 PRICE TAG: $59.99 BEYBLADE X X-OVER PROJECT DRACIEL SHIELD STARTER PACK SET The Rundown: This right-spinning Defence Type top includes interchangeable parts so you can build your ideal Beyblade setup. Powered by the X-Celerator Gear System, it super accelerates for heavy stadium clashes and fast, high-impact battles. THE VERDICT: 8/10 PRICE TAG: $29.99 DON’T BREAK THE ICE The Rundown: Players tap out ice blocks to help Phillip the Penguin build his igloo without sending him crashing…

A IS FOR ANNOYING ALARM CLOCK Set a parent’s or sibling’s alarm clock to go off at midnight. B IS FOR BUG ATTACK PLACE A FAKE SPIDER OR COCKROACH ON A FAMILY MEMBER’S CEREAL THEN WAIT FOR THE SCREAMS! C IS FOR CONDITIONER CHAOS Cover the opening of a shampoo or conditioner bottle with plastic wrap to give the next person to wash their hair a hard time. D IS FOR DELIVERY DILEMMA PLACE A STACK OF EMPTY CARDBOARD BOXES ON YOUR DOORSTEP AND TELL A PARENT YOU ACCIDENTALLY ORDERED A BUNCH OF TOYS OR GAMES ONLINE. E IS FOR EXTRA STUCK Glue a coin to the ground outside and watch people try to pick it up. F IS FOR FRIGHTFUL FOG PUT A BIT OF DISH SOAP AND WATER…