Qs yr 9 wk5-8

Trash can rejuvenate our economy

As a nation, we produce a lot of waste. According

to the Australian waste organisation, Australia generated 150 million tonnes of
trash in 2010. Generally, trash is considered worthless and of no value. What if
I tell you that trash can rejuvenate our struggling economy? Managing trash
employs a lot of people in various jobs. Trash also creates new industries. The
government should put more incentives into research about different ways we
can make use of trash.

Managing our trash is a major industry. Due to COVID, a lot of people lost their
jobs, and small businesses have closed, but surprisingly, trash businesses are
thriving. Collecting, and transporting and sorting trash and recyclables are
mammoth tasks. Transportation of trash requires various truck drivers. We
need truck drivers to transport trash from each council to landfill; hard rubbish
collectors to collect unwanted, large household items and deliver them to
landfill; green waste collectors to collect plant materials and recycling trucks to
transport commingled recyclables to recycling plants. Sorting the trash
requires a lot of workers since the materials need to be manually sorted. When
recyclable products are commingled, workers need to sort the materials into
separate piles of paper, cardboard, aluminium and glass. Workers need to
further sort glass into their various colours. This has to be done manually,
therefore creating more work opportunities. There are so many jobs within the
booming trash businesses. This is driving down the unemployment rate and
sustaining the economy.

Trash can create new industries. Australians love their electronics, therefore
producing copious amounts of E-waste – which is more per capita than any
other countryies. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, in 2011, 37
million computers were buried in landfill, along with 17 million TVs and 56
million phones. Buried in the E-waste are gold, silver, copper and platinum,
which are all very precious metals. New recycling companies have been
established to extract the precious minerals from the discarded electronics.
Recycling centres have been pulling apart old mobile phones and crushing old
TVs to remove the minerals. The price of gold in half a tonne of mobile phones
is equivalent to 100 times of gold mining ore. Not only does salvaging useful
materials from the trash save resources, but it also creates new industries,
therefore boosting Australia’s economy.

There is are copious amounts of trash not being fully utilised, therefore the
government should give more incentives to build the trash businesses. There is
a lot of revenue that trash can generate which we haven’t tapped into.
Australia has the capacity to recycle much more. It should generate newer
ways of recycling the E-waste than the current 4%. A/the Majority of E-waste is
shipped overseas, resulting in a loss of revenue. In addition, only 5% of glass is
actually recycled, while the rest is sent to landfill to “decompose”. Glass never
breaks down, it just takes up space in landfill. We should spend more
effort on into recycling glass instead of always mining for new materials. Some
trash is being incinerated to generate electricity. This is an excellent idea
where we are utilising trash to create usable energy, however, harmful gases
including nitrogen oxide and sulphur dioxide are also being released into the
atmosphere. More research can be done in this area to reduce the production
of toxic gases. There is a lot of potential in trash which haven’t been fully
explored. The government can put in more money to encourage more
companies to be innovative and more creative while dealing with trash by
turning it into “gold” without destroying our environment.

In summary, trash is supporting our economy without us realising it. Managing

trash is a massive industry where it that employs people to collect, transport
and sort trash. Trash is creating new industries by finding new ways of getting
resources from old products. There is a lot of potential in trash that we can tap
into. We require the government to finance companies in their innovative
projects.

Exemplar 1
A Reflection On Modern Waste Management

By Lachlan Kelly

Waste management is one of the most important factors in maintaining a

healthy and sustainable environment. However, in today’s world, many
pressing issues challenge our waste management efforts, such as electronic
waste destroying our Earth. Plastics that are pollutants to our oceans are not
decomposing in human lifetimes, and we lack the infrastructure to recycle all
our waste. Waste management is not advanced enough for us yet, and our
waste has become the most threatening component of climate change. Good
strong and clear intro

A major challenge in modern waste management is the increasing prevalence

of electronic waste or e-waste. good topic sentence With the rapid
advancement of technology, outdated? electronics are becoming obsolete at
an alarming rate. These devices, such as smartphones, laptops and televisions,
often contain dangerous chemicals such as lead, mercury and cadmium.
Improper disposal can contaminate soil and water, posing serious
environmental and health risks. Furthermore, the high volume of e-waste gives
waste management systems a resource nightmare. We need more robust ways
to recycle and recycle e-waste to reduce its impact on the environment. To do
this, waste management must be advanced to protect our Earth's soils. you
make a good point in this paragraph. in a reflective piece, how do you feel
about this? what do you think we should do going forward?

The prevalence of plastic in our daily lives has created a major global problem:
plastic waste. good topic sentence, how can you get this to be less abrupt
following your previous paragraph? Plastic takes hundreds of years to
decompose, and disposal is a daunting challenge. From single-use plastic
bottles to microplastics in the ocean, our dependence on plastic products has
reached unsustainable levels. Despite efforts to increase recycling and reduce
the use of plastic, the problem persists. Effective waste management systems
must adapt to cope with this persistent non-biodegradable waste and find new
ways to reduce its impact on the environment on the snow. This is
undoubtedly why waste management must be advanced to protect our
oceans.

Furthermore, although recycling is an important component of sustainable

waste management, many communities still lack the necessary infrastructure
to facilitate efficient recycling. Communities may not have access to recycling
facilities or a comprehensive recycling system. As a result, a significant
proportion of recyclables end up in landfills. Poor quality recycling not only
hampers efforts to protect the environment but also increases the overall
amount of waste generated. Cities need to invest in and expand their recycling
infrastructure to make it more accessible and efficient for residents. For this,
waste management must be advanced to protect our oceans.

In our modern world, waste management faces many urgent issues that
require our immediate attention. Addressing the growing volume of electronic
waste, reducing plastic pollution, and improving recycling are important steps
in developing a sustainable waste management. It is important to we face
these challenges and they are solved in waste management to preserve our
environment for future generations. nice conclusion

exemplar 2
Australia’s Waste Crisis
Australia's waste management practisespractices are complex and multifaceted,
with both successes and failures. This reflective piece examines the positives
and negatives of the current system and identifies areas that require attention.
From issues of fairness and environmental justice to financial burdens and
inadequate recycling efforts, we explore the challenges that Australia faces in
aligning its waste management practises with its reputation as an
environmentally conscious conscientious country.

Australia faces several pressing issues in waste management, and two of the
most critical are the lack of effective product return policies and the problem of
plastic waste. The inefficient product return policies, particularly for Australian-
made products containing imported materials, result in the wastage of valuable
resources and highlights a lack of effective measures to encourage
manufacturers to reduce waste at the source. Additionally, the excessive
shipment of goods to and from Australia increases the carbon footprint and
contributes to the overall environmental degradation caused by the production
and disposal of goods.

The second critical issue in waste management is the problem of plastic waste.
An alarming 87% of plastic waste ends up in landfills or as litter in the
environment, indicating a significant environmental concern. A lack of public
awareness and insufficient infrastructure only adds to the problem, and despite
the nation's commitment to its environmental responsibilities, Australia's
plastic recycling rate remains low at just 9.4% as of 2021. Addressing these
issues will require significant effort and commitment from policymakers,
manufacturers, and individuals, but it is a necessary step towards a more
sustainable future for Australia and the planet.Good use of evidence and statistics.

Moreover, waste management services in Australia can be costly and financially

burdensome for many Australians. A recent report by the Australian
Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) showed a significant increase
in waste collection and disposal costs, with prices rising to 24% in certain areas.
This places additional strain on household budgets. Although Australia has
numerous waste facilities, including 246 landfills and 24 waste-to-energy
plants, the location and cost of these facilities are concerning. Many waste
facilities are concentrated in economically disadvantaged regions, often near
Indigenous communities, raising questions and concerns about environmental
justice. Furthermore, the high cost of waste management services and
suboptimal recycling rates contribute to financial strain on households and
overuse of landfills.

Australia's waste management system needs a severe re-evaluation to address

the underlying issues that mar our commitment to environmental preservation
and sustainability. It is time to acknowledge the flaws and take concrete steps
to improve the system, so we can truly live up to the image of being a
responsible and conscientious nation.
Exemplar 3
Different bins allocated in all classrooms.

The world today is riddled with pollution of all sorts, from plastic packaging to
scrap metal.
We can see evidence of this pollution in oceans around the world, but also in
our local community. This is particularly evident in school fields. I remember
my own primary school had waves upon waves of Four’n twenty wrappers and
‘Smiths’ packages. This magnitude of rubbish was only slightly reduced by half-
hearted efforts at a lunchtime cleanup. A question arises- should different bins
be adopted into classrooms to reduce trash around schools? solid intro but
restructure. it is currently a jumble of your thoguths.

To begin, different bins for different rubbish will teach kids about appropriate
waste disposal. After all, if you want a better future, it begins by educating
students about the right way. good When I was in year 6, my primary school
began implementing paper recycling and composting bins in classrooms. The
teacher taught us about what waste goes in which bin and how to dispose of
rubbish properly. Exposing kids to waste disposal early on causes it to stick to
their minds and know what to do in the future. Epa.gov reports that 32-percent
of people today recycle appropriately, compared to seven percent in adults
born in the 1960’s. The knowledge for correct recycling is on a steady rise, and I
would think that petty waste such as wrappers and straws would be on a
steadier decline into the future. All in all, adopting various bins in classrooms
will educate students on rubbish disposal and will prove to be a benefit. strong
paragraph!

In addition, bins allocated into classrooms reduce the amount of rubbish in

school grounds and maintain a better picture of the school. It is safe to say that
the reputation of a school is greatly affected by the cleanliness of school
grounds. The school I go to now has impeccable grounds and ovals, and it
instills a sense of pride in students and teachers. A messy ground with litter
strewn across the place is the epitome of laziness. The 2022 National report of
‘Cleanup Australia’ states that 21 percent of local rubbish is found in school
communities. With bins for all kinds of rubbish this number can be greatly
decreased. Thus, bins should be adopted into classrooms for a better school
picture. again, well done.
On the other hand, this program would be effort and time consuming. As
mentioned before, my primary school experimented with bins in year 6. My
teacher set up a roster and different people were allocated to take out the
rubbish on a weekly basis to the dumpsters outside of the school yard. In
retrospect, this idea was good-natured and would have been effective if more
effort was put into the project. Some days students were sick, and no one
wanted to volunteer to take out the rubbish. If our teacher was away, students
forgot to do so. The thought itself is simple enough, but it requires the
willingness of everyone in the class to pull off. Therefore, this project would be
very effort draining. good paragraph, see if you can up the sophistication of
your final sentence. It feels tacked on. Could you use it as an opportunity to
make a smart thought?

In conclusion, I think different bins in classrooms are a great way to inform kids
on waste disposal, and to also maintain a good reputation of the school by
keeping grounds clean. However, it requires extensive management and
planning to become a successful program. It should take place as long as
teachers and students are willing to undergo the process.

Exemplar 4
More bins less pollution.
Pollution has been a problem since the appearance of our earliest ancestors.
The world must start taking actions to litter [we need to litter???!!!] before it
becomes too late. This can be shown from the various problems human waste
has caused. We should stop pollution and the amount of trash going into the
environment as it pollutes the air, kills wildlife, and it is extremely expensive.

To begin with, people should start reducing their rubbish waste as it causes air
pollution. Researchers estimate that 40% of the world's litter is burned in open
air. This results into toxic emissions being released from the litter. This can give
people breathing issues and force people to wear masks when doing day-to-
day activities because of how toxic the air is. This can be shown in India where
the air pollution is so bad people must wear masks. Air pollution can also
damage crops and trees. It stunts their growth and makes them more
vulnerable to diseases as plants and crops also need air to survive. From past
experiences of visiting China, the air now only smells like cigarette smoking
unlike the fresh air in Australia. very good up to here This is why people should
reduce their rubbish use. this concluding sentence is a little bit dilute. see if
you can come up with something a little more creative and stronger.

Second of all, researches have shown it costs over $11 billion dollars per year
to clean up rubbish. Instead of using that 11 billion dollars to clean up rubbish,
we should reduce our waste and use that 11 billion dollars into upgrading
hospitals, upgrading schools, building more homeless shelters and funding for
homeless people. Based on past experiences, walking around the streets in the
city, going through parks, I can see cigarettes everywhere. There are not many
cigarette bins around so the government should put more cigarette bins
around parks and the people throwing the cigarette buds onto the floor should
also take initiative. This is why we should reduce rubbish use as it will not cost
as much. nice, careful you are contradicting yourself though. Putting bins is a
way of cleaning up rubbish which you are trying to avoid??

Last of all, our rubbish kills off wildlife which will eventually lead us to having
no source of food. WWF Australia says that each year, 100 thousand marine
mammals get killed from plastic pollution. At least 81 out of 123 marine
species have at least swallowed one piece of rubbish. But not only can animals
die from eating plastic, they can get trapped in it also killing it as it prevents it
from moving. This is all because of our trash being driven into the sewers or
just travelling to the beach. Walking on the beach in past experiences, I
sometimes see dead fishes being washed up on the shore with plastic in their
mouths or wrapped in plastic. This can also be shown from the news of animals
being wrapped in rubbish and dying. If we do not reduce our rubbish use, then
fish will not be an option in our diets in the near future.

Ultimately, we should reduce our rubbish as it pollutes our air making it harder
to breathe in, it kills off wildlife, and it is extremely expensive meaning we are
wasting our money on rubbish when we can use it on better things.
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Wk 6
Adam Goodes is a controversial figure in our modern-day society. He
campaigned against racial discrimination and asserts asserted his pride in his
heritage. Some people admired his courage and celebrated his enormous
talent. They cheered him on and supported his stance. However, there were
members of the society who believed his campaigns for Aboriginal rights were
too aggressive, therefore resulting in him becoming a contentious figure in
Australian history. Personally, I believe his intentions to promote the
reconciliation of Australians and Aboriginals are good, however, his aggressive
actions undermined people’s belief and trust in him.

Adam Goodes polarised the nation since some people viewed him as a hero,
while others believed he was no better than a “school yard bully”. There was an
incident where he made an example of the 13-year-old girl and he made the
stadium officials take her away from the AFL game for shouting a racist
comment at him. Many people believed he overreacted. Andrew Bolt was the
exemplar of those people. He said Adam Goodes had taken an ‘outsized
offence at the rudeness of the girl.’ The Majority of the public agreed and
booed Goodes in his subsequent AFL games. On the other hand, some people
supported Goodes’ point of view. Adam Goodes stated that, “I felt like I was in
high school again – being bullied, being called all these names because of my
appearance. I didn’t stand up for myself in high school. Now, I’m more proud of
my culture…” Some people sympathised with him and believed he did it to
stand up to racism. Goodes was also awarded Australian of the Year to show
that Australia supported his actions. Even after the apologies and
awarding ceremony, he kept implying that Australians were racists. Even more
people hated him when he continuously accused Australians of being racists
when Australia had made so much progress like restoring political and civil
rights, passing legislations for reconciliation, committing ourselves to closing
the gap and making hundreds of Reconciliation Action Plans. Australia has
made so much advancement, but Goodes was still critical of Australian’s
efforts. I believe that his actions were offensive but he was standing up for a
pertinent issue.

Goodes’ actions towards a 13-year-old girl was were unwarranted. Adam

Goodes even claimed that ‘racism had a face – and it was a 13-year-old.’ This
comment was extreme because under the Australian Law, 13-year-olds are not
old enough to fully comprehend the difference between right and wrong. On
top of that, the girl confessed she didn’t understand the meaning of her racist
comment and was sincere in her apology. Goodes made sure that she was
forcibly removed from the game with everyone watching plus the cameras
capturing her forced departure. This incident made national TV. Goodes
wanted her to feel ashamed, to subject her to public criticism. He should not
have targeted the young girl in such a way, instead, he should have educated
her. To make the matters worse, he has been racially abused by others before,
so why target a na?ve girl rather than a grown racist adult? She was a girl who
came from a poor family compared to Goodes who was a rich and elite
sportsman. He should have picked a fight with an equal rather than with a
child. Goodes actions may have been too harsh.

Goodes continued to champion Aboriginal culture, but his other actions can be
interpreted as too aggressive, therefore increasing the animosity towards him.
When Sydney Swans versed Carlton in AFL and was were victorious, Goodes
mimed a spear throwing action at the Carlton fans and performed a traditional
Aboriginal dance. The crowd believed he was taunting them and implying that
they were inferior and losers (Explain how the dance implied that). This fuelled
the resentment and fury the crowd felt towards Goodes. Every single game
after that, he was booed. H is actions shouldn’t have been blatantly directed to
the audience since it was viewed as an aggressive move. The crowd continued
to jeer and spread vicious rumours about him. Only a small number of people
viewed his victory dance as harmless and done out of celebration and pure joy.
Goodes’ actions incited other peoples’ anger and prejudices. He was not
promoting his Aboriginal culture efficiently since people believed he was using
the dance as a “war cry”. Goodes should have campaigned in a less aggressive
way against racial discrimination.

Adam Goodes’ intentions to unite Australians and Aboriginals and prevent

racial discrimination were good and sensible, however, the way he campaigned
for it was too harsh and aggressive. He is right to stand up to racism, but the
delivery was and still is questionable. He has accomplished his goal to reopen
public discussion on the issue, but he has also triggered a majority of the public
to despise him. Overall, Adam Goodes is one of the most controversial
Aboriginal sports people, who played a significant role in opening the
discussion of the treatment of Aboriginal culture.

Wk 8
During the Writing lesson, you planned a 400-word persuasive essay to
respond to one of the following prompts.

Naming and shaming politicians will discourage many good candidates from
entering the political arena. When politicians mess up, the issue will become
viral on social media and result in disproportionate humiliation. The prospect
of public humiliation can deter many good candidates. Not only are politicians’
actions judged endlessly, but their private lives are not private anymore as
their families and themselves are ‘put under a microscope’. Politicians’ overall
health are also impaired due to constant scrutiny. Due to these factors, many
good candidates are deterred from entering the limelight. Naming and
shaming reduces our politician pool, therefore also reducing the quality of the
politicians we can choose from.

When politicians mess up, their actions are magnified and criticised endlessly
on social media. Politicians are humans. Humans are fallible, so it is inevitable
that politicians make mistakes. Unlike the wider community, politicians have to
relive their failures over and over again. When Daniel Andrews was a Victorian
premier, his every action was scrutinised and continuously debated about.
During COVID, Daniel Andrews implemented many lockdowns. At the time,
majority of the public agreed with these moves, however, as time went on and
the economy started to decline, more and more people were agitated,
resulting in widespread condemnation of Daniel Andrews. Some members of
the public ‘attacked’ him relentlessly for his actions. They even bought a noose
and makeshift gallows to hang a doll that represented Daniel Andrews, when
he wanted to introduce the pandemic bill. The decisions he announced about
the COVID restrictions were created by his team and advisors, he was merely
the mouthpiece, but the public still held him personally accountable for the
consequences associated with the restrictions. Politicians not only are named
and shamed, but they also receive relentless public criticisms.

Not only are their work as politicians under constant scrutiny, the media
believe it is their prerogative to publish the politicians’ private lives, allowing
the public to pass judgements. When Daniel Andrews was a Victorian Premier,
he fell down a flight of stairs, which resulted in weeks of his hospitalisation.
The public speculated about the cause of the fall, whether it was a result of
domestic violence or an intentional act to shirk his responsibilities as a
premier. Some people even questioned if it was a falsified stunt to gain the
public’s sympathy and to gain popularity. Once it was confirmed that he did
have a fall, the public debated whether Daniel Andrews was taking too much
time off work. How would future potential candidates feel when they see their
predecessors having their life scrutinised and debated about constantly? No
wonder many good candidates are discouraged.

Being a politician also means being subject to 24 hours of toxic work

environments which results in health problems. Greg Combet was a Labor
climate change minister who had to endure the arduous task of implementing
a carbon price in a minority federal parliament. In 2010, because of the toxic
media and work environments, he was emotionally and physically exhausted.
Eventually, he burnt out and resigned from his role. Daniel Andrews was re-
elected to be Victoria’s Premier after the COVID debacle, however he resigned
not long after due to the endless stress from negative social media publicity
and the citizens’ criticisms. Daniel Andrews stated that he resigned since he
wanted to take some time to recuperate. Many good candidates will not enter
the political arena since the job of a politician is too exhausting and
demanding.
Naming and shaming can deter many good candidates from entering the
political arena. As politicians, their every move is scrutinised and magnified
while their private life is also open for public judgement. The health risks of
being in those roles can also discourage many good candidates to a large
extent.

Wk 9
*During the Writing lesson, you planned a 400-word film review in response to
a film text of your choice.
We can divide this review into three parts:
1. Introduction: this gives an overview of who is in the film and the intentions
of the film. It also sums up the reviewer's conclusion about the film (so readers
can form an opinion without reading the whole of the review)
2. Paragraph 2: the reviewer then describes the plot and the action, while
informing the reader which actor plays which role.
3. Paragraphs 3 and 4: the reviewer then analyses the film, talking about the
director and then the actors, looking at positive/disappointing aspects.
4. Finally: the review informs the reader when the film is out (and sometimes,
in a local review, where it can be seen).

The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes is the fourth
instalment in the widely successful Hunger Games franchise. It is a masterpiece
of a haunting tale, showcasing the rise of Coriolanus Snow, outlining the
gradual loss of his morality. It cleverly adapts the book onto the silver screen.
Various camera angles and sound techniques are excellent, maybe even a little
too realistic. The endless slaughters are so realistic, it can put off a number of
younger audiences. The book appeals to the younger audiences between the
age of 11-15. It is in the movie’s best interest to reduce the amount of closeups
of killings to reduce the alienation of younger audiences. The cast members
are made up of not well known but exceptional actors who bring the
characters from the book to life.

The movie commences with Coriolanus Snow attending high school trying to
maintain the Snow family’s prestigious and fabulous fa?ade but lately, they’ve
been struggling considerably and clutching at straws in a river of poverty.
Meanwhile the Hunger Games are losing viewers, high school students are
chosen to mentor the tributes and come up with new ideas to entertain the
Capitol’s audience, turning the killing into a “circus” and “prime time reality TV
show”. The mentors are not there to assist with the tributes’ survival, but to
add to the entertainment level to gain more audience. The Hunger Games are
in place in to punish the districts for their failed uprising against the Capitol.
There are 2 tributes, a girl and a boy, chosen from each of the 12 districts. Not
only are the tributes being sent into an arena filled with unknown traps and
dangers, but they are also being forced to fight to death until only one tribute
remains and he or she is “awarded” victor.

District 12 is rumoured to have the weakest, most underfed and least likely to
win tributes. When the tributes are assigned to the students, Coriolanus is
given the girl from District 12. The mentor of the winning tribute receives a
scholarship to a prestigious university, guaranteeing their success in life. Since
Coriolanus’ family is in debt, he strives to gain the prize, however he knows his
chances are slim to none because he has been assigned the weakest tribute.
He realises the inevitable fact that if his tribute doesn’t win, his future will be
unthinkable. He strives to gain her trust so he can “use” her to get his
“deserved” reward. As time goes on, he realises that he wants to protect Lucy
Gray Baird, his tribute, not only for the prize but also for something much
more powerful. Throughout the movie, which is closely aligned with the book, I
experience Coriolanus’ cocktail of emotions, ranging from pain to fear to doubt
to distrust and to joy as he journeys to find out who he is. To ensure his future
rise to power, he learns to sacrifice others and ultimately parts of his soul.
Even though he becomes the antagonist, he still pulls the heartstrings of the
audience, making us sympathise and empathise with him whilst he causes the
demise of others.
I find this movie incredibly engaging and heart breaking at the same time. Tom
Blyth, the actor of Coriolanus Snow did an amazing job, showcasing a mixture
of charisma and psychosis that is inherent in the nature of Coriolanus. Tom
Blyth is able to bring out all of Coriolanus’ inner thoughts which are included in
the book through his complex facial expressions. The movie sucks me into the
world of the Capitol and reveals the fragility and cruelty of the systems. It is a
gorgeous movie with stunning performances, alluring settings, multi-coloured
costumes and meaningful music. It also includes Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘Can’t Catch
Me Now’ song. This movie contains all the elements that will appeal to its
intended audience of teenagers and Hunger Games fans.

I highly recommend this epic film and give it a 4-star rating, but with a note of
warning, the mass killing can deter many younger audiences from thoroughly
appreciating the film.