Changing the NZ flag.

CHANGING THE FLAG!

By Ella Wymer

Some people think that changing the New Zealand flag is a good idea! I disagree! I believe that John Key wasted 29 million dollars on a referendum to change the flag only to find that the majority of people did not want it!.

The first reason I am against changing the flag is that the men and women who were in the wars fought under the current flag. To change it, would make some New Zealand families very sad and unhappy because their loved ones died under that flag. It could also make them feel that it didn’t mean anything to anyone! The current flag has been part of our culture since 1920.

In addition, the money that was spent on the referendum was ridiculous. They could have used the money for people who needed it the most. For example: the Cancer society, Hospice Waikato or really anyone who is less fortunate and lives below the poverty line. Our current health or education system could have also used the money.

The history of New Zealand is tied up in the flag. The current flag has been around for 114 years. History is also important because it can help you understand change with culture and society views.

History helps us understand who we are. To know where we come from helps us to understand our future.

Lastly one more reason it that New Zealand has had this current flag for 114 years so that would be a big change for New Zealand!  Is it really important to spend money on something of this nature? Let us focus on what is important.

In conclusion,  I disagree with everyone who supports the idea of changing the flag!!!