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Beauty and the Beast

submitted by St.Benedict College Girls' Secondary School Tarxien : Maria Micallef for 11-14
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Just opposite our school’s main entrance gate, one finds a shabby filthy area. As clearly shown in these pictures, this place is being used as an illegal dumping site. Trash, discarded syringes, car bumpers and used motor oil are some of the unpleasant items one finds hidden among trees and grass. Moreover, irresponsible dog owners are taking out their dog for a walk in this area and are not clearing up the mess left by their dogs. Studies reveal that dog excrement can result in serious infections which may cause eye disease including blindness. This site should immediately be cleaned and embellished by the local authorities. CCTV surveillance cameras should be installed to deter littering and vandalism. On the other hand, people should be encouraged to make use of the bulky refuse service provided free of charge by most local councils. As students we hope that immediate action is taken.

submitted by St.Benedict College Girls' Secondary School Tarxien : Marvic Micallef for 11-14
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This picture shows a helpless cat in an abandoned yard. Fortunately, my grandmother feeds stray cats everyday providing them with necessary food and water. One should remember that animal cruelty includes also the abandonment of poor innocent animals. These creatures suffer a lot without shelter all the year round, in cold winter days and in the scorching summer heat. Moreover, they risk being hit by motor vehicles. As a young student, I urge individuals who want to keep a pet to adopt animals from animal sanctuaries rather than purchasing them from pet shops. Moreover, neutering should be encouraged to reduce the problem of stray animals. Cats that live indoors may escape and produce several kittens if not neutered. Each year, hundreds of homeless cats and dogs are euthanized or end up in shelters.

submitted by The Archbishop's Seminary : Luca Micallef for 11-14
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Fresh water courses are becoming quite scarce locally and this is mainly due to the excessive increase in the built up environment. Such scenes as the one shown in the picture are amazingly beautiful. Fresh water communities are also habitats for numerous species such as the endangered and endemic Maltese Fresh Water Crab – Potamon P. fluviatile lanfrancoi and the Maltese Painted Frog – Discoglossus pictus. Fresh water communities are highly important since a rare number of species use it as their habitat. Protection of such areas however has to start from each and every one of us and informing is the major element.

submitted by The Archbishop's Seminary : Dylan Cachia for 11-14
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The Holm Oak, locally known as Ballut and scientifically known as Quercux Ilex is a native evergreen tree species found in the Mediterranean region due to the climate of the area. Such trees are able to live in such a climate since the microscopically thin hairs growing on the leaves allow it to retain water. These hairs make the leaf look white underneath and this helps to reflect the sun’s scorching heat especially during the summer months. This tree can create both male and female flowers. The female flowers in turn create the acorn shown in the picture once they are pollinated. Once the acorns fall onto the soil below they are able to germinate and a new tree starts growing. The Holm Oak is also one of those species which can tolerate air pollution so its importance is undoubtedly priceless .

submitted by St.Benedict College Girls' Secondary School Tarxien : Donalise Aquilina for 15-18
dissemination(s): other, Participation in School Photographic Competition & School Open Day, school media, website
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Photographing natural scenery is certainly one of my favourite pastimes. These photos show picturesque views of popular bays located in the Maltese islands, such as Għajn Tuffieħa. People are relaxing at the seaside with their families while enjoying the sea breeze and the beautiful sunset. As youths, we hope that this natural beauty remains intact for future generations.

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Beauty and the Beast

submitted by St.Benedict College Girls' Secondary School Tarxien : Maria Micallef for 11-14
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Homeless

submitted by St.Benedict College Girls' Secondary School Tarxien : Marvic Micallef for 11-14
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Fresh water courses

submitted by The Archbishop's Seminary : Luca Micallef for 11-14
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The lofty oak from a small acorn grows !

submitted by The Archbishop's Seminary : Dylan Cachia for 11-14
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Enjoying Natural Scenery

submitted by St.Benedict College Girls' Secondary School Tarxien : Donalise Aquilina for 15-18
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submitted by St.Benedict College Girls' Secondary School Tarxien : Maria Micallef for 11-14 dissemination(s): newspaper, other, Participation in School Open Day, school media filed under Photos

submitted by St.Benedict College Girls' Secondary School Tarxien : Marvic Micallef for 11-14 dissemination(s): other, Participation in School Photographic Competition & School Open Day, school media, website filed under Photos

submitted by The Archbishop's Seminary : Luca Micallef for 11-14 dissemination(s): newspaper, school magazine, website filed under Photos

submitted by The Archbishop's Seminary : Dylan Cachia for 11-14 dissemination(s): newspaper, school magazine, school media, website filed under Photos

submitted by St.Benedict College Girls' Secondary School Tarxien : Donalise Aquilina for 15-18 dissemination(s): other, Participation in School Photographic Competition & School Open Day, school media, website filed under Photos

web design malta: elaine vella catalano

submitted by St.Benedict College Girls' Secondary School Tarxien : Maria Micallef for 11-14
dissemination(s): newspaper, other, Participation in School Open Day, school media
filed under Photos

submitted by St.Benedict College Girls' Secondary School Tarxien : Marvic Micallef for 11-14
dissemination(s): other, Participation in School Photographic Competition & School Open Day, school media, website
filed under Photos

submitted by The Archbishop's Seminary : Luca Micallef for 11-14
dissemination(s): newspaper, school magazine, website
filed under Photos

submitted by The Archbishop's Seminary : Dylan Cachia for 11-14
dissemination(s): newspaper, school magazine, school media, website
filed under Photos

submitted by St.Benedict College Girls' Secondary School Tarxien : Donalise Aquilina for 15-18
dissemination(s): other, Participation in School Photographic Competition & School Open Day, school media, website
filed under Photos