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Good morning, everyone. Today we'll continue our discussion on urban planning. As we know, green spaces are essential for city life. However, a recent study in Melbourne found that while most residents have access to a park within a ten-minute walk, the quality of these parks varies greatly. For example, some parks lack proper seating or shade, which discourages elderly people from using them. The study suggests that instead of building more parks, cities should focus on upgrading existing ones with better facilities, such as benches, drinking fountains, and trees. Interestingly, the researchers noted that even small improvements led to a 20% increase in park usage among older adults.