Week 8 Writing Homework
Prompt 1: What is more important for your city: a new shopping mall (CHARACTERISE?) or a community centre? Use statistics and logical reasoning to make your case.
Prompt 2: Write a persuasive essay to argue for or against the use of cell phones (MOBILE PHONE)
Prompt 3: Which is more important for your town: a new police station or a new sports complex? Provide evidence and logical arguments to support your position.
Prompt 4: Write a persuasive essay to argue for or against the use of homework in schools.
Prompt 5: Write a persuasive essay on the importance of installing a new playground on campus.
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Imagine a world where you can send messages in a flash. You can call people from different parts of the world. Search up new facts every day. Phones are something that can provide us with stable communication from anywhere in this world with an easy access to a wide range of information. They are crucial for many relationships ranging from friends to school to business and emergencies. They allow us to communicate, getting information and safety.
Across the 11 countries surveyed, people’s attitudes toward mobile phones tend to be largely positive. In most of the countries, a large majority say mobile phones have been good for them personally, and many also say mobile phones positively impact education and the economy. Mobile phone users also overwhelmingly agree that their phones help them to stay in touch with faraway friends and family and keep them informed of the latest news and information.
Before phones were invented, you had to write mails across the world if you wanted to communicate with someone which would take half a year to arrive just imagine! Phones allow easy communications between people weather you’re next door neighbours or someone from across the world you can send messages faster than the speed of light. In emergency situations they provide a vital link for help. Phones can also help you socially by making new friends and talks to family members and friends. Early landline phones enabled more direct, local communication and encouraged in-person gatherings, but mobile phones expanded communication capacity globally and created new social platforms. This allowed more communication from different people in different parts of the world.
A mobile phone provides vast, instant access from news to information to recipes and travels plans that otherwise would have taken days to reach them. With a phone, you’ll never be bored. You can download and play games, read articles, watch videos, listen to music or podcasts which providing you with an endless stream of entertainment.
In conclusion, mobile phones are a double-edged sword. While they offer numerous benefits, their misuse can lead to negative consequences. It is essential to use them responsibly for a productive and balanced life.
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Prevention Over Policing: Investing in the Heart of the Community
Imagine walking through our town on a Tuesday evening. In one version of our future, the streets are empty, save for the flashing blue lights of a patrol car leaving a fortified, concrete police station to respond to yet another disturbance. In the other version, the air is filled with the sound of whistles, cheering parents, and the rhythmic thud of basketballs against pavement. The difference between a town that survives and a town that thrives often lies in where it places its foundation. While the security provided by a new police station is undeniably important, the construction of a new sports complex is the superior choice. By fostering social cohesion, improving public health, and engaging our youth, a sports complex acts as a proactive shield against the very societal decay that necessitates policing.
To understand the necessity of a sports complex, we must first look at the logical correlation between community engagement and crime reduction, while acknowledging our ethical responsibility to our youth. Extensive sociological research demonstrates that communities with accessible recreational facilities experience lower rates of vandalism and petty crime. This is the “idle hands” theory in practice; when young people have structured, positive outlets for their energy, they are less likely to seek excitement through illicit means. A sports complex offers mentorship, discipline, and a sense of belonging. However, proponents of the police station argue that our current crime statistics demand an immediate, enforcement-based response. They claim that a sports complex is a luxury we cannot afford when safety is at risk. This argument, while well-intentioned, is fundamentally reactive. It treats the symptoms of a fracturing community—crime and disorder—rather than the root cause. A new police station may help catch offenders faster, but a sports complex prevents them from becoming offenders in the first place. It is a tragedy to wait until a teenager is in handcuffs to intervene in their life, when a jersey and a team could have set them on a different path.
Furthermore, we must consider the long-term physical and mental health of our citizenry. We are currently facing a silent crisis of sedentary lifestyles and social isolation. A state-of-the-art sports complex is not merely a gym; it is a hub for mental well-being and physical longevity. It is a place where the elderly can walk safely in winter, where stressed workers can decompress, and where children build the resilience required for adulthood. We have a moral obligation to provide infrastructure that promotes life, not just infrastructure that manages conflict. Opponents might argue that a police station provides a more tangible form of “safety,” suggesting that citizens feel more secure knowing law enforcement has better facilities. I refute this by defining “safety” more broadly. True safety is not just the absence of crime, but the presence of health and community connection. A heart attack caused by a sedentary lifestyle kills just as surely as violence. Investing in a police station while ignoring public health is akin to buying an expensive alarm system for a house that is slowly collapsing from structural rot.
Finally, regarding economic vitality and civic pride, the sports complex offers a superior return on investment. A dynamic sports facility attracts regional tournaments, visitors, and families looking to relocate, injecting revenue into local businesses. It serves as a beacon of pride, a place where memories are made and the town’s identity is forged. Conversely, those favoring the police station argue that essential services must take precedence over economic stimulation, and that we must prioritize “law and order” to attract business. However, businesses and families are rarely attracted to towns defined by their heavy police presence; they are attracted to vibrant, livable communities. To prioritize a police station is to signal that our town anticipates trouble. To prioritize a sports complex is to signal that our town anticipates growth. It creates a narrative of hope rather than a narrative of fear.
Ultimately, the choice between safety and recreation acts as a false dichotomy, which we can solve through an advanced solution: The Community Resilience Hub. Rather than choosing one over the other, I propose we build the sports complex but integrate a “Community Liaison Office” within the design. Instead of a fortress-like police station separated from the public, we designate a wing of the sports complex for community policing. Officers can maintain a presence not as enforcers in patrol cars, but as coaches, mentors, and accessible figures within the community center. This innovative approach ensures cost efficiency by utilizing one building for two purposes, builds trust by allowing police to interact with youth in positive environments rather than punitive ones, and achieves holistic safety by improving health and reducing crime simultaneously.
In conclusion, the decision before us is not merely about bricks and mortar; it is about the philosophy of our town’s future. Choosing a police station is a decision rooted in fear and reaction, an admission that we expect crime to rise and community bonds to fail. Choosing a sports complex, however, is an investment in hope and prevention. It addresses the root causes of crime, fortifies the physical health of our citizens, and builds a vibrant economy. By adopting the Community Resilience Hub model, we can bridge the gap between enforcement and engagement, proving that the safest town is not the one with the most police, but the one with the strongest community.
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In the midst of shopping malls and community centres, one is more valuable than the other. But which one is it? Shopping malls, where you can buy anything within your budget, or community centres, where you can meet new people and get advice on things you share in common? Imagine walking into a community centre, with a nervous felling in the pit of your stomach. Here, almost everyone is nice. Maybe they will introduce you to everyone else. Or maybe they will save a few extra cookies at the bake sale for the new person. No matter what it is, studies show that nearly 87% of people in towns with both shopping malls and community centres tend to spend most of their time in the community centre, and come back on a happier note, and everyone coming back always gives great feedback. About 68% of Sydney’s population live in towns either with both shopping malls and community centres, which we just discussed, or only community centres. The people who have ever lived in only community centre towns have been reported to live there for majority of their lives, while the remaining 32% have been reported to find new houses to live somewhere else or stay in their due to low rent costs. In shopping malls, all there are huge companies flashing their logo, prompting you to buy more, more, more, and swallowing you in debt. The cashiers greedily scanning products, counting as the cost climbs higher and higher on the mountain of money.
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Should Students Have Homework?
The relevance of homework for students has been thoroughly debated among educators, families, and students themselves. Many students believe that homework carries into their precious weekend time. Additionally, many students want weekends to be free of learning, but there is a good compelling argument for homework. Even if homework carries into weekends, the weekend homework allows students to utilse their time wisely while developing capacities beyond a school day. And can also relieve some of the pressure to keep up with homework during a busy school week.
Homework does not just have value, it fosters a feeling of success and assists students in consolidating their learning and understanding of the content of lessons. Furthermore, lessons have a varied pace and, at times, they can be quite rapid, which means that not all students are able to understand and apply concepts and ideas to what happens in the school environment. When students take advantage of engaging with homework formally or informally after school hours, it allows them to go through the work at their own pace, take as long as they can or like to think, and engage with problems and ideas. Quiet time away from distraction helps students think through concepts and learning that are more complex and to reflect on things they may want to continue to work on for future support or develop confidence. Students return to school demonstrating more confidence and readiness for the lesson that is next to unfold.
There are many ongoing discussions about the relationship between homework and academic stress or anxiety; however, homework also has numerous advantages such as helping students practice and review what they have learned in the classroom, as well as developing time management skills and responsibility. Through homework, students review and practice what they have learned after school. This allows students to retain what they learned in the classroom and reinforce their knowledge.
As students are assigned homework throughout the week, they will be more likely to use their time efficiently by developing time management skills and discipline. A full schedule of classes, sports, clubs, and other extracurricular activities can create a stressful environment for many students; therefore, assigning homework to students will provide them with an opportunity to practice what they have learned. Because homework assignments have a set schedule, students can complete each assignment with a more relaxed and focused mind, allowing for less stress when completing homework. Additionally, having the same amount of homework and other assignments distributed throughout the week helps promote a balance between life and school, ultimately leading to a student’s success in both life and in school.
Another benefit of homework is the way it provides students with a glimpse of what they may be facing in terms of workload when they advance to higher grades. Homework also creates an understanding for students of what their responsibilities will be outside of the classroom, as well as developing persistence and independence due to the amount of homework they will be expected to complete.
In general, I believe students should have homework because it reinforces learning, balances the work of homework over the weekdays, and builds specific components of independence that transfer into a successful learning experience that they can use in their next year.
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Imagine strolling into the glossy facade of a shopping mall, an artificial paradise meticulously engineered by voracious, anonymous corporations. Deceptive signs hang around the place, discounts that are elaborate scams designated to rob every penny off the vulnerable, leaving them the drown in an endless ocean of debt. In this unescapable hamster wheel of obsession and loans, are ruthless companies purely driven by profit, unconcerned about morality and societal good. These malls are prisons, surreptitiously enslaving consumers in a relentless cycle of stress and dissatisfaction, through selling illusions of luxury. By selling overpriced goods, these kidnappers attempt to imprison anyone within its grasp into a chamber of addictiveness, where incarcerated citizens yearn for the drugs of fast fashion. Their only care is manipulating and deceiting people into this dungeon of doom, believing that enforcing slavery would lead to maximum profits and minimal expenses. Instead of promoting a facility of maliciousness, we must preserve the sanctity of our people by building a community centre, that allows community bonding, relaxation, and a greater sense of camaraderie.
We should build a community centre as it fosters sense of fellowship between people and allows community bonding through social activities. Envision the vibrant buzzing of a bowling alley on Friday nights, the clinking of glasses and laughter as people share meaningful stories that will linger in the ecstatic, twinkling night. Community centres weave a tapestry of connectedness, strengthening threads that will bind the society together. The choir will vocalise warming songs into the community centre, each voice soaring in a crescendo of belonging. As their voices rise, the barriers between individuals is shattered, and everyone is drawn together in connection. These activites are not mere promises of entertainment, but foster the creation of deeper relationships and a support network that will everlast throughout hardship, an extended family that banishes loneliness, depression and darkness that can pervade and corrupt one’s spirit. With the establishment of a such a centre, we sow the seeds of happiness and goodness.
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Why Installing A New Playground is necessary
Imagine the numbers of children sitting at lunch suffering with boredom? We must build a new playground in campus so no students will be suffering. Think about how many kids get injures trying to play. Adding a playground can really make a difference for the students play areas. Playgrounds can strengthen social skills, teach them about property values and build imagination skills. All of these skills can be vey useful and important.
Firstly, building a new playground can strengthen kids social skills, community playgrounds can be a perfect spot for independent and group play kids can make friends. When they develop their social skills they make new friends and discover skills like empathy cooperation and friendship. Better social skills can also build healthy relations with family and friends. It also can improve your academics and your career options this can help you get closer too your friends and teachers to ask when you are stuck or need help. New playground can also help kids be effective and caring members of their community, school, shopping centres, parks and wildlife. Research shows that when children play in parks can build resilience and self confidence.
Next, building a park can teach kids about how to respect property, like how to look after the animals and plants. Teaching people how to look after public areas and themselves can have a really good impact for when they grow up. Learning how to look after the environment can prevent animal and plant extinction. Cleaning public areas can lead to happiness, safety and comfortable for everyone. So if we have a park we can all look after the park together.
Lastly, parks can improve imagination skills. Having good imagination can lead to better academics like better narrative writing or better problem solving skills all of this can be very important. Children can also have better solutions to approach difficult situations. Research shows that imagination can help you think beyond, connect ideas, build a better future, better personal growth, profession success and different ways to navigate challenges. Even research shows that creativity is a essential job skill.
In conclusion, I am certain that we should build more parks.
Parks are very good because they improve your social skills, teach how to look after properties and improves your imagination and etc.
So we should definitely consider building parks not only because it makes our suburb look nice but to make kids happy.
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Why Installing A New Playground is necessary
Imagine the numbers of children sitting at lunch suffering with boredom? We must build a new playground in campus so no students will be suffering. Think about how many kids get injures trying to play. Adding a playground can really make a difference for the students play areas. Playgrounds can strengthen social skills, teach them about property values and build imagination skills. All of these skills can be vey useful and important.
Firstly, building a new playground can strengthen kids social skills, community playgrounds can be a perfect spot for independent and group play kids can make friends. When they develop their social skills they make new friends and discover skills like empathy cooperation and friendship. Better social skills can also build healthy relations with family and friends. It also can improve your academics and your career options this can help you get closer too your friends and teachers to ask when you are stuck or need help. New playground can also help kids be effective and caring members of their community, school, shopping centres, parks and wildlife. Research shows that when children play in parks can build resilience and self confidence.
Next, building a park can teach kids about how to respect property, like how to look after the animals and plants. Teaching people how to look after public areas and themselves can have a really good impact for when they grow up. Learning how to look after the environment can prevent animal and plant extinction. Cleaning public areas can lead to happiness, safety and comfortable for everyone. So if we have a park we can all look after the park together.
Lastly, parks can improve imagination skills. Having good imagination can lead to better academics like better narrative writing or better problem solving skills all of this can be very important. Children can also have better solutions to approach difficult situations. Research shows that imagination can help you think beyond, connect ideas, build a better future, better personal growth, profession success and different ways to navigate challenges. Even research shows that creativity is a essential job skill.
In conclusion, I am certain that we should build more parks.
Parks are very good because they improve your social skills, teach how to look after properties and improves your imagination and etc.
So we should definitely consider building parks not only because it makes our suburb look nice but to make kids happy.
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A New Police Station Is More Important Than A New Sports Complex
Imagine a world where gun totting terrorists rule the town, where everyone fears that they will be next in the criminals’ unstoppable reign. Children run around the street, brandishing rifles, pistols and blood-caked knives, falling victim to the black hole of crime without anyone to guide them. The screams of people ring out everyday, yet no one responds to the pleas of help. But if we have a new police station, children will have a role model to look up to, we would have better equipment and the crime in these streets will be greatly reduced.
If we have a new police station, children will have great role models to look up to and as a result, they won’t fall into the alluring life of crime. It is widely accepted by scientists that having a policeman as a role model will decrease crime rates by at least 70 percent. This will also guide children to have a better sense of what to do when they grow up. If we build a new police station instead of a new sports complex, it will benefit many people.
If we have a new police station, we would be much safer as the holding cells would be much more updated than our current lousy police station where over 3 deadly criminals broke out in less than a month. Our communications would also be much better, allowing the policemen to be able to respond and get to a crime scene quicker than the current 20 minutes which by the time the police get there, the crime is already over. This in turn will decrease the crime rates drastically as fast respondents would discourage crime in the streets.
Also, if we have the new police station, this would upgrade the equipment dispensers that we use as currently, it takes a snail like 10 minutes just to put on the bullet-proof vest. Usually, by the time our law-enforcement gets to the crime scene, there won’t be any bullets to fire at them. The better the facilities, the more helpful our police would be at saving lives and preventing crime.
Now the opposing argument will probably say that if we have a new police station instead of a new sports complex, people in the town won’t get enough exercise. This is a valid point and must not be overlooked but however, not everyone will go to the sports complex. Most people nowadays, according to a poll, like to stay home and play games on their phone instead of going to the gym. But for the people who do want to do exercise, we will be organising online exercise classes which you can do anywhere, anytime. There will be pre-recorded videos as well as live videos and the workouts will change everyday.
In conclusion, if we have a new police station instead of a new sports complex, we would be saving the future and lives of many people. For our city’s sake, we must build a wonderful new police station instead of a useless, ineffective sports complex.
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The True Nature Of Students: Socialization Over Segregation
Imagine it’s a Friday afternoon. You stroll happily out of school alongside your friends, planning for the weekend. Jack says, “Sorry, I have homework.”
So does John. Your shoulders sag with despair. Walking home silently, controlled by the same work that was supposed to support you. The same papers said to be helping you achieve academic success, restraining your social abilities and restricting your social access. Then there’s another world. A world where John and Jack are both free to meet up. The excitement nearly bursts in the air. The chatter loud. The birds humming their song. Laughs ringing out. This is a time where John and Jack didn’t have homework, and consequentially led to an afternoon of fun and relaxation.
A common objection is the true importance of homework; it is known to consolidate learning and help academically. But that is the crucial mistake: academics aren’t all. Children shouldn’t be hardwired towards “Get good grades, get good future”. Studies have shown that homework isn’t just slightly harmful, it directly impacts the child’s stress, sleep quality and family bonding. John and Jack aren’t just losing social time, they’re losing their peace of mind and clarity as the culprit slowly drains away any energy left of the child, under the guise of “consolidation”.
Furthermore, it leads to inequality. Not the economic type. The academic type. Yes, honest work rewards honest grades, but those who do not value academics at the same level, focusing more on extracurriculars or socialization will suffer in the format of the basic subjects. This influences their self-esteem, as well as pressuring the student to focus further on academics, slowly forcing more students into the loop. The already established precedent of “Good grades does not necessarily equal good future” shows there is more to life than sitting at a desk hours at a time, riddling the mind with constant equations and bookwork.
There is a breaking point where homework doesn’t live up to it’s beneficial name, and the circumstances cause John and Jack’s grade to deplete instead of the supposed increase, where homework is the gargantuan threat living in silence, and the absence of that gargantuan force is the unrecognised light.
The second side of the double-edged sword of homework remains silent, lurking in the shadows. For every benefit or raised grade, there are friends and family sitting in the corner. For every understood concept, there are the endless hours of lost sleep spent with the nightlight on, staring at pieces of paper and hallucinating. And so is my statement. Inform yourselves of the dangers. For this is no ordinary beast; it is one which is seen as a harmless sheep.
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Imagine walking through our local park one Wednesday evening, crimson canaries chirping as golden sunlight spills like honey across creaky floorboards, laughter ringing around you like a soft choir. Twilight settles, velvet and gentle, fireflies drifting like tiny lanterns in the warm dusk. But the beauty shatters when the sharp blue glare of mobile phone screens pierces the fading light. One screen becomes many, their harsh glow swallowing the silver trees and lavender sky, turning warmth into something cold and distant. The canaries fall silent, the fireflies dim, and the air thickens with the buzz of notifications instead of voices. Faces drop into pale rectangles, shadows stretching unnaturally behind them as the dream darkens. Your steps echo, your breath tightens, and the once-peaceful evening twists into a nightmarish truth: the very devices meant to connect us can drown the world in their cold, artificial light.
To understand how much mobile phones can affect not only our mental state, but physical environment, we must first overview the subtle ways they reshape our attention, our relationships, and even the spaces we move through every day. What begins as a simple glance at a screen can slowly redirect our focus away from the world around us – dimming conversations, interrupting natural rhythms, and transforming shared places into silent zones where human presence is overshadowed by digital noise. Only by examining these shifts can we see how deeply mobile phones influence both our inner wellbeing and the lived world we once engaged with fully. Each word from a friend luring you into an unescapable prison, each notification tightening the bars a little more until the world beyond the screen feels distant and blurred.
Furthermore, screens emit blue light, and prolonged exposure – especially at night – can disrupt the body’s natural sleep cycle. This light interferes with melatonin production, the hormone that signals our brain it’s time to rest, making it harder to fall asleep and reducing the quality of the sleep we do get. Over time, this disruption doesn’t just cause tiredness; it can affect mood, concentration, and overall wellbeing, showing that mobile phones can impact our physical health just as powerfully as our attention and emotions.
Some may argue that mobile phones are essential tools for safety and emergency communication, offering instant access to help in critical situations and keeping families, friends, and communities connected across distances. Indeed, in moments of urgency – a medical crisis, a natural disaster, or simply needing reassurance from a loved one – having a mobile device can be life-saving and provide immeasurable peace of mind. Furthermore, phones allow for quick coordination, sharing of information, and access to resources that were once difficult or impossible to reach on short notice. However, while these benefits are undeniable, they do not erase the hidden costs of constant phone usage. The same devices that keep us connected can also distract us from the present moment, fragment our attention, and foster social isolation. Over time, this reliance can cultivate a subtle dependence, where mental focus, emotional resilience, and even physical health—through disrupted sleep patterns or reduced activity—are quietly compromised. Thus, even though mobile phones serve important practical purposes, their advantages must be weighed carefully against the broader, often less visible consequences they impose on daily life.
In conclusion, mobile phones are undeniably powerful tools that have reshaped how we learn, communicate, and navigate the world. They provide instant access to knowledge, enhance safety, and offer connection across distances, yet their pervasive use carries significant consequences for mental focus, social interaction, and physical wellbeing. The blue light they emit, the constant pull of notifications, and the subtle erosion of presence in everyday life reveal that convenience comes at a cost. Responsible use, guided by awareness and moderation, is essential to harness their benefits without succumbing to their pitfalls. Ultimately, mobile phones should not be dismissed or vilified, but neither should their impact be ignored; striking a balance allows us to embrace technology as a tool that enriches life rather than one that quietly diminishes it.
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Prompt 3: Justice over Sports
Australia is commonly known as a safe country, but they are wrong. Lately, criminals have been roaming around city streets and suburb, causing terrible things to happen everywhere.
That is why police stations are built, to give citizens a specific location where help is provided. I strongly recommend building another police station instead of constructing a new sports complex.
First, one more police station could offer a job opportunity to unemployed people. It allows people to provide their family (Or themselves) enough materials needed to live healthily. A newly recruited police officer may earn up to $200-$300 a day, while and average human has a budget worth around $100-$200 a day. This shows that many people may work at a police station.
Secondly, Police officers will expand in numbers, allowing them to efficiently catch criminals and thieves. This secures the safety of citizens and helps officers guard perimeters or lawbreakers easier. When villains notice the growing population of police, they may not risk trying horrible plans again. Another advantage is that evil may by engulfed by good completely! The massive populations of police may be enough to put all criminals behind bars. With the large amounts of numbers, due to new stations, many benefits and advantages may ensure the safety of NSW.
Lastly, Police will be awarded a nice comfortable environment to work in rather than a cramped hot place. These new police stations could have the best aircons and great restrooms. Officers may be able to work in a comfortable facility and will improve working conditions.
A clear desk is a clear mind, and a new station will not only be made of clean desks. Police could upgrade research assignments and improve effort put into tasks. This allows clearer accuracy in work and ensures safety and correction for NSW.
So why do we need a Police station instead? It allows us to offer jobs for many people, improve the population of police, and provides better facilities to work in. if we get a new police station, it will benefit in a variety of ways.
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What is more important for your city: a new shopping mall (CHARACTERISE?) or a community centre? Use statistics and logical reasoning to make your case.
Imagine Molov Cocktails flying through the air for pedestrians hurrying down the streets, frantic to get to safety. This is what would happen without police. I adamantly believe that a police station should be installed instead of a sports centre because it will reduce stress, encourage morality and improve the safety of citizens.
First of all, installing a police centre would greatly relieve stress in citizens. By installing a police station, it would evoke a sense of safety in citizens. Studies have shown the areas with police centres have 17% less crime in areas without police centres per hectare of land. After installing police stations in those areas, the crime rate per hectare decreased by 22%. Also, after being caught, 97% of criminals put in jail never commit a crime again, but only 26% criminals stop committing crimes if they’re caught by non-police and unpunished, according to the New South Wales Police Department. However, some people argue that having police will only make citizens stress more, as they now know that they are being watched, is completely wrong, as citizens know that others will also not dare to do anything illegal, therefore fostering a feeling of safety, and who always is worried about police catching you apart from a robber? So, installing a police station will be critical because it would relieve stress in citizens.
Furthermore, installing a police station would encourage morality in citizens. Since the job of the police is to keep things in control and make sure no one breaks the law, it would also give that effect to citizens anywhere else – if it works in big cities, it must work in a bit less populated places, too, to encourage a sense of morality. Researchers found that even with just one policeman in the area, people are a lot more respectful and careful. However, some people argue that a sports center is also important for people’s health, and crime isn’t that common, but it is imperative that we take measures now, considering the sky high amount of incidents compared to a decade earlier like stabbings and carnages all in one year. Also, a fitness centre requires money to enter, so exercisers could just buy equipment instead if they want to add on to the sufficient daily exercise. Therefore, constructing a police station would be necessary as it will encourage morality in citizens.
Also, building a police station would drastically improve the safety of citizens. In areas without police, the life expectancy is lower than other states, as crime rates are higher, which also increases the number of people injured or harmed. There is a human right to non abuse, so restraining crime would be essential, a right to protection, making police essential. Studies have shown that a police station reduces the average number of conflict related deaths by 83%, making a police station beneficial to citizen safety. However, some people argue that fitness is just as important, as you would die without it, but a fitness center is just to strengthen you, would you like to be fit or safe? People already exercise every day by commuting and walking around in households, it’s already enough. Thus, building a police station would be essential for citizens’ safety.
Ultimately, a police station should be constructed instead of a sports centre because it will reduce stress, encourage morality and improve the safety of citizens.
Write a persuasive essay to argue for or against the use of homework in schools.
Imagine having no homework, and you are able to play all weekend without having to review or solve math equations, do comprehension articles or fill in science worksheets, even though you already fully learnt it at school already, frowning at time wasted on useless review. Frowning at time burned monotonously on doing oversimplified equations. I adamantly believe that homework should be banned as it will take away from students’ learning efficiency, take time away from things like passion projects and waste teacher’s precious time organising homework.
First of all, doing homework would add nothing, if not decrease the learning quality of students. Homework is a form of review, but in the two day gap between Friday and Monday, Cambridge University found that 95% of students can remember over 85% of their new knowledge learnt from school, and 97% find homework easy. If basically all of the student body doesn’t need to review, why review? Some might argue that it affects the small number of people, but that can be solved by assigning specialized work, to only cater for the subjects that they need help on. This way, the one in twenty people that need revision can get it, while the rest can relax. Thus, homework should be disassigned from students, and only assigned to troubled students on specific subjects.
Also, giving homework out would take away time from passion projects, or simply just something for students to enjoy. Doing passion projects like researching what makes up everything and researching channels like Kurtzgesagt, where advanced science concepts like quarks and The Sting Theory are explained in detail. Doing this can also coincidentally collide with school topics. However, some people argue that passion projects can be done in another session of time, but a lot of students might not with extracurricular activities and tutoring. Also, researching their passions builds a base for the future, which is far better than learning nothing because you already learnt the information a couple days before. Therefore, homework should be banned because it takes away from other helpful activities.
Furthermore, assigning homework uses a lot of teachers’ time too, contributing to their already heavy load of work. If homework didn’t help students massively, or, at all, then deleting homework would give teachers less workload. Studies have shown that teachers often have to work overtime, or even work at home, so if we take away a part of the workload, teachers can produce more quality work as they have more time to rest and create things like slideshows. However, some people argue that deleting homework won’t contribute much, and some teachers just import homework from companies like Twinkle, but teachers still spend time finding the files, and some sites don’t have homework for every subject. Most importantly, teachers have to provide different homework for different skill levels, too, so with so many requirements, getting rid of homework would save a lot of time. So, homework should be banned because it can save teaching a lot of time.
Ultimately, homework should be banned because it will take away from students’ learning efficiency, take time away from things like passion projects and waste teachers’ precious time organizing homework.
Imagine a community addicted to screens, captivated by the glow of devices. In an advancing world, technology has massively evolved, too, to social media and games to captivate and addict us. The next generation will no doubt be staring at screens too, but even earlier than before. Imagine a child only knowing of games, only knowing of the enticing glow of the screen, only knowing of having fun on devices. One life, ruined. Cell phones shouldn’t be used as they take focus away from students, lead to eye damage and discourage sociality.
First of all, owning a device takes focus away from students, ultimately leading to disfocus in class. Phones are constantly nagging at you to use it, from the interactive backgrounds available to the widgets on your lock screen to the constant notifications, encouraging a peek at the phone screen. Recent surveys suggest that students cannot focus in class if they or a neighbouring student has a smartphone nearby, forgetfulness will increase by 20%, which is difficult to deal with, especially in high school. Some may argue that phones also provide a multitude of benefits, like calculators and AI, but serving as a distraction, students can miss bits and pieces of information, even if they take notes. Thus, owning a device takes focus away from students, harming them massively.
Also, constantly looking at screens harms the eye, a crucial part in life. By focusing on small screens like phones for a long amount of time, it increases rates of going blind by 49%, according to recent studies, making avoiding screens crucial. However, looking at devices not only harms your sight, but studies have also shown that looking at devices for too long can also increase chances of all other diseases by an average of 6%. However, some people argue that science devices are everywhere, so there is no point, but it still reduces the harm, as looking at smaller screens or close to screens will do more damage, so it actually instead helps prevent damage. Therefore, constantly looking at screens harms the eye, a massive hazard that comes from devices.
Furthermore, constantly staring at screens will also discourage sociality. All recent studies show that increasing the screen time per day from 2 hours to 3 hours decreases socialization rate by 28%, and raises rates of loneliness and identity fraud. This is serious, as in a society where money is key, happiness is not infinite, so it is important to socialise and not decrease happiness levels. However, some people argue that you can chat online, but that still is only surface level, and doesn’t actually improve happiness. Studies show that 92% of online chatting is either joking around or business interactions, and those that are real chatting are only surface level gossiping. Online chatting is only surface level, and also the less preferred way. A survey conducted by Harvard University concluded that face to face interactions
Ultimately, cell phones shouldn’t be used as they take focus away from students, lead to eye damage and discourage sociality.
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Introduction
Night descends, and the town’s familiar streets transform into something unsettling: the metallic snap of a lock, the hollow echo of hurried footsteps, the whispered worry of a parent checking a child’s window. The fear that someone might be watching, waiting, or intruding upon the life you’ve built gnaws at sleep and erodes joy. A new police station is not merely bricks and desks—it is a visible promise of protection, a place where trained professionals stand ready to answer urgent calls and where victims find immediate support. Investing in this infrastructure confronts fear headon and restores the simple human right to walk home without dread.
Body Paragraph 1 — Evidence of Impact
Research consistently demonstrates that increased, strategically placed police presence and modern facilities lead to measurable reductions in violent and property crimes. Proximity improves response times, strengthens investigative capacity, and enhances deterrence. Studies show that when police resources are concentrated and community policing is supported by proper infrastructure, clearance rates rise and repeat offenses decline, producing tangible improvements in neighbourhood safety. A contemporary station also houses forensic and evidence‑processing capabilities that accelerate justice and discourage would‑be offenders, transforming abstract promises of safety into concrete outcomes.
Body Paragraph 2 — Logical Reasoning on Priorities
Safety is the foundation upon which every other civic benefit rests. If residents fear for their lives or property, attendance at sporting events dwindles, volunteer coaches hesitate to commit, and families avoid public spaces—undermining the very purpose of a sports complex. Allocating limited municipal funds to a police station first is a rational, strategic choice: it secures the environment so that investments in recreation, business, and culture yield lasting returns rather than becoming underused liabilities.
Body Paragraph 3 — Community and Prevention
A modern police station empowers proactive, preventive work: youth outreach programs, neighbourhood liaison officers, and initiatives that build trust while steering vulnerable young people away from crime. When officers are embedded in the community, they become partners rather than strangers, reducing tensions and opening channels for early intervention. These preventive programs are often more cost‑effective than reactive measures and create the social stability necessary for a sports complex to be safe, well‑used, and celebrated.
Conclusion
A sports complex would enrich our town’s spirit, but we cannot play, gather, or grow in a place where fear rules the streets. Prioritising a new police station is an evidence‑backed, humane, and strategic decision: it reduces crime, protects livelihoods, and creates the secure conditions that allow recreation and community life to thrive. Build safety first, so every future investment can be enjoyed without fear.
In the middle of a chilly evening, walking down a dimly lit narrow lane, fear loomed in the air creating goose bump. Every step sparks anxiety as you will never know when a cruel crime might meet your eyes… This is what it will be like if you make one crucial mistake – choosing a sporting complex over and extra police station. Safety is always the priority number one; one thing that a police station will provide. Therefore, it is undeniable that having a police station in our local community is more important and valuable that having a sports complex.
Sarah Mottin, a local in the suburb of Burwood stated that “After Burwood decided to have another police station near the centre of our suburb, it is easy to say that my family, friends, neighbours and I all feel safer and more confident to go out in our day-to-day lives!” A police station will ensure that the area is safe and reduce crime rate. Having skilled law enforcers would clearly stop any danger or hazard possible, from murder, to theft. They keep a closed eye on the potential criminals in the area, stop crimes quickly and investigate incidents as quickly as possible. It is evident a police station would provide safety.
Though health and being fit is important, wouldn’t you choose safety instead? There are a myriad of other was to exercise other than going to a sports complex, including running outside, going to an outdoor gym near a park and simply walking daily. These ways are not only easier, but more cost effective. With the police station in mind, you can do all these activities knowing that you are deeply protected by law enforcers.
To conclude, having a police station is more important that having a sports complex. Imagine a world full of thieves and criminals running around everywhere. As many people say and agree, safety comes first before all. If you want a safe society, vote in the petition to add a new police station instead of a sporting complex.
Homework is essential
Sitting at your desk, doing your ‘endless’ homework, you wish that there was no homework in school. You lay back, folding your arms and suddenly, you see one of your past exam papers with a 100% scribbled on the top left corner. You studied endlessly for that exam and did homework before it. An idea comes to you mind – homework is not a villain, it is a hero. Homework helps you revise and consolidate learning that you were taught in school and it ensures that you finish off schoolwork you may not have completed at home. Therefore, it is without a doubt that homework should not be banned from schools.
Chancellor Abigail Chan, from Harvard University with a background in primary school education stated that “Homework is very useful at all stages of schooling – from Kindergarten to University. It makes sure that you have properly, fully learnt what you need to and revises over topics for tests, assignments and prepares for the overall future.” Homework revisits and revises what you have learnt previously at school. It consolidates your learning and ensures that you have digested what you have been taught, and are not simply copying down information. This is clear evidence that by doing homework, you can learn properly. It is paramount that you agree homework is incredible.
It is obvious that homework must be kept. At the School of Excellence, approximately 30% of the students have skipped lessons due to an appointment or a music lesson during the class , they can now finish off their work at home instead of staying behind during break and completing it then. In addition, homework is an extra opportunity to finish off work that has not been completed at school. They are very satisfied with this, both pupil and teacher – the pupil can enjoy their recess or lunch and they still learn equal amount as others.
To conclude, homework is not at all terrible – homework is terrific! It is an excellent way to consolidate learning and catch-up schoolwork missed. If you want a sophisticated learning and knowledge, you must agree that homework should stay and that it is simply superb in countless ways.
The sounds of chaos—rapid gunfire, wailing sirens, and the desperate cries of bystanders—represent a nightmare that no community should ever have to endure. When officers are pinned down and outmatched, the thin line between order and anarchy begins to fray, leaving the public vulnerable. While a sports complex offers entertainment and recreation, a modern police station offers the fundamental necessity of survival. By prioritizing the construction of a new police station, our town can ensure the public feels safer, enable officers to respond to emergencies with greater speed, and establish a dedicated tactical presence to handle high-stakes crimes.
Furthermore, a new police station serves as the bedrock for community trust and psychological well-being. When a police department operates out of an aging, neglected facility, it sends a message to the residents that their safety is not a top priority for the local government. Investing in a modern, professional headquarters fosters a sense of pride and security among the citizenry, knowing that their protectors are well-funded and supported. This environment also improves officer morale and provides a transparent space for the public to engage with law enforcement, creating a stronger bond of cooperation that a sports complex simply cannot provide.
The most critical factor in any emergency is the speed of the response, as seconds often determine the difference between life and death. A new, centrally located police station equipped with modern dispatch technology allows for a drastic reduction in the time it takes for help to arrive. Older facilities often lack the integrated infrastructure needed for real-time coordination, leading to delays that can be catastrophic during an active crisis. By placing a state-of-the-art station near high-traffic areas, the town ensures that patrol cars can reach a scene immediately, increasing the likelihood of saving lives and apprehending suspects before they can escape.
Beyond simple patrol duties, a modern facility provides the space and resources necessary for specialized protection units like SWAT. High-intensity crimes, such as the violent shootout described previously, require tactical gear and specialized training that cannot be effectively managed from a crumbling, outdated building. A new station can house dedicated briefing rooms and equipment bays, allowing these elite units to deploy at a moment’s notice. This increased readiness acts as both a shield for the citizens and a powerful deterrent to violent criminals who might otherwise view the town as an easy target for lawlessness.
In conclusion, while the appeal of a new sports complex and its promise of community spirit is undeniable, a town cannot thrive if its people do not feel secure. The foundation of a flourishing society is not found in its stadiums, but in the strength of its public safety infrastructure. By choosing to build a new police station, we are investing in the essential technology, response speed, and specialized units required to protect our families from the unthinkable. We must prioritize the shield over the stadium to ensure that our streets remain a place of peace rather than a scene of tragedy.