Listening – Section 2 No.03

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Listening Section 2 No.03 (Google Document)

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Transcript

Speaker:	Alright. Hello everyone.
	Now, you’re all here to learn about the trip to Arthur Island. As you might know, the population is about 7,000 – that’s permanent residents, a far cry from the early days when some 17,000 people lived there.
	But the advantage of a declining population is that the island has maintained its natural attractions. Q1 So, now in the summer, the population swells to 22,000 as tourists flock to this lovely little place to enjoy all it has to offer.
	It’s an interesting fact that Arthur Island was once very isolated, with only a rickety wooden bridge connecting it to the mainland. Heavy trucks could not pass over, as could be seen by the accident in 1971, when the bridge broke. Q2 This resulted in the new bridge being built, construction starting in 1972, finishing two years later, and since then, business has boomed for the tourism industry.
	This was helped by the motor-racing circuit built there in the 1980s, and the reputation for fresh seafood, caught directly from the island’s waters, and the famous native wildlife, such as koalas and emus. Q3 Although I would say, people being ruled by their stomachs, it is the food which really brings them in.
	Now, the tour bus leaves quite early – six in the morning – and it’s a long trip, but you’ll really enjoy just looking at the beautiful scenery from the window.
	Still, we understand that you’ll need to stretch your legs at some point. For this reason, we used to stop at the Emu-Park Wildlife Sanctuary – until Arthur Island developed its own sanctuary, rendering that former stop-off somewhat redundant.
	Q4 Now, we stop at the Bass Guesthouse, next to the very interesting worm farm, which you’re invited to visit, thus learning all about those humble little creatures.
	And if you’re interested in bigger wildlife, please remember that you’ll need to pay the wildlife park entrance fee on the island, so budget for that.
	Q5 Another important point is not to eat too many of the complementary biscuits with your free tea on the bus, since you should keep your appetite intact so that you can indulge in some of the great eateries on the island, for example, at the famous Reggie’s Restaurant.
	Alright, you know about the history of Arthur Island. and the details of our tour there, so let me now tell you a bit about the specific sights and attractions on the island itself.
	It’s a small place, but there’s a lot packed in there.
	If you want to cuddle a koala, the wildlife park is the first place to go. Q6 That’s on the most easterly point, a small promontory sticking out into Bass Strait – but be careful, the wind can be very strong. Hold on to your hats, literally.
	By that time, you’ll probably be ready to eat, and you could choose between Reggie’s Restaurant, or eating at the Nature Reserve, or, at some of the restaurants right in the middle of the island.
	If it’s Reggie’s you want, take the complementary bus down to the southern tip. Q7 Reggie’s is right on the port, taking its famous seafood directly from the boats. How fresh is that!
	But, to save time, Q8 you could go northwards to the very opposite point of the island, and eat at the restaurant in the Nature Reserve, then go and see the beautiful coastal scenery there.
	And what better way to do this than cycling? There are many trails, and Anderson’s Beach also offers some beautiful opportunities for cyclists, as well as for swimming and surfing, of course. Get the bicycles, however, Q9 on the opposite side of the island, in the main township.
	Finally, you might want a reminder, or souvenir, of your trip.
	Obviously, there are souvenir shops all over the island, with many at Anderson’s Beach, but Q10 the main spread of tourist shops is centrally located, and right on the main road so that they are accessible to everyone, no matter where you are. Yes, at Arthur Island, you’ll find everything you want to do, and more. Now, do you have any questions?