ANZAC Argument

Should stores on ANZAC DAY be closed - For

ANZAC Day is a national day of remembrance for New Zealand and Australia, so why must we
continue to work? This day is set for us to remind and reflect on those who have sacrificed their
lives in World War 1 and 2 protecting our countries. These wars have caused enough grief. ANZAC Day takes place on the 25 April each and every year. Beneath the trading laws, stores must legally
close on only 3 days of the year. These 3 days include: Easter, Christmas and Good Friday. Which
to me is specifically unfair. Therefore, I zealously believe all stores should be closed on ANZAC Day.

War Research

World War 1 commenced on July 28th, 1914 and ended on the 11th November, 1918. Originally, over
14,000 men volunteered to represent and fight for our country in this war. Then, near the end of that
year the numbers increased to about 23,000 men volunteering. This shocks me knowing, men were
willingly to risk their lives for our country. Sadly, around 18,000 New Zealanders died in or because
of the war, and about 41,000 men were badly wounded. More than 2,700 died at Gallipoli and almost
12,500 on the Western Front. 550 Nurses served with NZ expeditionary force while others were recruited
in the UK.

Parades and Dawns Services

ANZAC Day itself marks the anniversary of the landing of New Zealand and Australian soldiers, on the
Gallipoli Peninsula in 1915. It is a day that is loaded with parades, festivities and more. A dawn service
begins with a simple march by military personnel who have returned from war or confidential training. They
then along with returned servicemen and women, and a few other members of the community, form up about
the memorial. Short services follow along with a prayer and hymns.  Sadly, store workers must miss out on
these activities and return to work at 1pm, being absent for parades, services and family grieving time for old
family members who died in the war.

Other Countries

In Victoria, Australia, retailers cannot trade between the hours of 12am to 1pm on ANZAC Day, unless they
fall under the category of “Exempt Shops”. Exempt shops include - chemist, gas stations, cafes, restaurants,
takeaways and a variety of different stores. In the US, on 11th November it is their Veterans Day. It, for them,
is a day to remember past veterans that represented their country.

Conclusion

Its saddens me, knowing that on a day like this people are thinking of money. However, I do understand
people have needs such as feeding their families. Still, this excuse can not be used by all but for the people
who truly mean it. Everybody has different situations and opinions, this is mine.

Cybersmart

For Cybersmart learning, we had to make a DLO (Digital Learning Object) on what you can and shouldn't share online. This slideshow displays what you can and what you shouldn't.