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Schools are fencing off playgrounds and sports fields—like Rose Bay Secondary College—sparking debate over whether security is truly improved or if we’re just building walls that fracture community ties. While nearly 1,400 NSW public schools already have fences, research suggests openness and shared spaces can actually enhance safety. Historically, Australian schools were community hubs where strangers became teammates; now, fear and liability drive closures, even as crime drops. Experts argue thoughtful design, visibility, and community collaboration are smarter than gates. When publicly funded schools lock themselves away, they lose shared ownership and connection—making it vital to ask: what are we losing when we build walls instead of bridges?

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