On ANZAC Day, shops would be allowed to open until 1pm. If you don't know, ANZAC stands for Australia New Zealand Army Corps. ANZAC Day is a time where we remember those who died in World War One.
Most workers in New Zealand work every single day. In my view, I think the shops should be closed during ANZAC day because of the time and effort those people put in their work. Plus the only holiday they get is Christmas Day, Good Friday and Easter Sunday.
Throughout Australia and New Zealand people have made up many traditions throughout these past years. In Australia many people get together with their families and do special activities.
On July 28th 1914, was when the first war began. Britain, France, Russia, and the United States of America fought against Germany, Austria, Hungary and many more. During the war, more than 18 million people died and 23 million were injured. The great war lasted four years, three months and 14 days.
This is why I think the shops should be closed during ANZAC Day. I strongly believe that we should close the shops, not only to have a day off but to remember those who fought for our country and to thank them for risking their lives for others. “ War is an organised murder, and nothing else “ Quoted by Harry Patch.
