8CLE have been learning to be editors and were tasked with writing to the local newspaper to describe a place of interest they had been to for a ‘Snapshot’ competition.
Ariel Chua won with ‘Hawker Centre’, closely followed by Trisha Faye with her description of Barry Curtis Park and Zachary Calumpiano on Timezone took 3rd place. Here are their winning submissions:
Hawker Centre
At the heart of Singapore, the bustling hawker centre is a sensory wonderland.
People chatter like songbirds, their laughter echoing off the tin roof.
Stalls line the perimeter, each a treasure trove of culinary delights.
The rich aroma of satay, char kway teow, and laksa fills the air, making your mouth water.
Sellers shout their specials, their voices blending into a symphony of sounds.
Stray cats weave through legs, hoping for a bite to fall.
The humid air clings to your skin, mingling with the sizzling heat from the grills.
Among this chaotic harmony, the hawker centre is a vibrant tapestry of life, culture, and flavour.
Every corner bursts with energy, inviting you to explore and savour the diverse offerings.
It is a lively experience where all your senses come alive!
Ariel Chua
Barry Curtis Park, found in Flat Bush, Auckland, is a welcoming destination for families to enjoy.
This peaceful park offers a serene environment perfect for morning walks, picnics, and children’s playtime in the playground.
Spanning a large area, Barry Curtis Park features various walking paths and bike trails that encompass the entire park.
In the vibrant seasons of Spring and Summer, the park comes alive with kids flying kites in the open field, picking blooming flowers, capturing photos of the cherry blossom trees, and indulging in picnics beneath the shady trees.
However, during the quieter seasons of Autumn and Winter, the park takes on a more subdued atmosphere, especially when rain leaves it empty and sombre.
As the sun sets, a sense of tranquillity envelops the park, illuminated by gentle lights scattered throughout, creating a peaceful ambiance where even the soft whispers of the wind can be heard.
In conclusion, this park truly offers a delightful experience for everyone, making it a truly remarkable place to visit.
Trisha Faye De Jesus
Timezone, a place of wonder that sparks the mind with endless games and exhilarating experiences.
A place to have gaming time without your parents to tell you to go play outside, a place to have your birthday party or just a place to cool off.
With the Timezone card in your hand, it feels as if you have just found the key that unlocks the gates of freedom, just tap and tap away to gain tickets as you play and play.
Maybe if you’re lucky you may even get a jackpot! Earning up to 600+ tickets.
Timezone has it all!
Declare war with your friends in laser tag where you can battle it out to find the winner, 10 pin bowling to really test your skill and many more games and activities.
Timezone’s arcades varying in size still gives you the same experience throughout your time at the arcade.
Once done, you may either load up more credits or cash in your card to earn rewards with the tickets you have earned.
It is all just one tap away.
Zacharay Calumpiano
