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BEST IELTS General Reading Test 546
IELTS GENERAL READING TEST 546 – PASSAGE – 1
IELTS GENERAL READING TEST – 546
READING PASSAGE – 1
Metro Rail Service Notice
Interruption of service
All passengers for the Frankston, Norborne and Portland lines please note that due to the Rail-Line Reconstruction Project that will be undertaken by the State Transportation Department, train services from Caulfield to Springvale, Huntingdale to Westland and Clayton to Carlton will be out of service on the following dates:
| Station from | Station to | No service from |
| Caulfield | Springvale | 1 October |
| Huntingdale | Westland | 9 October |
| Clayton | Carlton | 15 October |
One of the major parts of the reconstruction project is the replacement of all of the timber sleepers with more durable cement support structures. This work will necessitate the storage of equipment in the adjacent car park areas of the Caulfield, Moreland and Carlton stations. Space will be limited in these car parks over the reconstruction period.
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Alternative transport arrangements: The table below provides details about the Replacement Bus Service that has been arranged to compensate for our reduced train service. As parking is at a premium, commuters who usually drive their car to the station are advised to find alternative transport.
| Lines | Bus routes | Times | Fares |
| Frankston | From Caulfield to Oakleigh to Springvale | As per the current train timetable. | Zone 2 pricing applicable. |
| Norborne | Direct service from Huntingdale to Westland | ||
| Portland | Clayton to Carlton via Richmond |
Ticket to ride: Passengers who have already bought pre-paid weekly or monthly train tickets will not need to buy one for bus services; simply have the driver validate existing tickets upon entering. During the reconstruction period, ticket booths will not be open. At this time, bus and train tickets will not be able to be purchased from the Caulfield, Huntington and Clayton stations. Passengers requiring daily tickets can purchase them from bus drivers directly or via our secure server. Pricing for bus transport has been adjusted to match Zone 2 rail rates.
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Bus departure areas: A temporary bus stop area will be set up for each station. Temporary bus stops will be clearly visible outside each station and marked with a Replacement Bus Service sign.
Metro Rail Service apologises for any inconvenience the reconstruction project may cause. For further information, please call the Metro Hot Line Mon-Fri from 9am to 5pm on 12 25 23. If you have any suggestions or complaints regarding the Replacement Bus Service, please write to PO BOX 1225, Caulfield.
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Questions 1-7
Do the following statements agree with the information given in the text? In boxes 1-7 on your answer sheet, write
TRUE if the statement agrees with the information
FALSE if the statement contradicts the information
NOT GIVEN if there is no information on this
1. Train services will stop due to construction work.
2. Passengers will be able to travel from Huntington to Clayton on 11 October.
3. Car parks can not be used during the reconstruction period.
4. It is preferred if travellers ride a bicycle or catch a taxi to the station.
5. The Replacement Bus Service route for Norborne does not stop.
6. Rail and special bus service prices are the same.
7. Travellers should telephone Metro Rail Service if they are not happy with the Replacement Bus Service.
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Read the text and answer Questions 8-14.
Brown & Bella Garden Maintenance Company
Welcome to the Brown & Bella Garden Maintenance Company. We are a registered private company that provides professional garden maintenance and design services throughout the suburbs of Caulfield, Clayton, Springvale, Moreland and North Frankston. Our range of products and services cater for both the domestic and corporate environments. We tailor our services to meet our clients’ individual needs. At Brown & Bella we specialise in:
A. Landscaping: We measure the total land area for your garden and transport materials as needed. All paving and brickwork is also done onsite with materials of the highest quality; prices are affected by the cost of raw materials. Our staff carry an extensive, full-colour catalogue which highlights the various ways we have blended the elements of nature and construction to create truly beautiful environments.
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B. Landscape Design: Our landscape design service fees are based on garden size and design complexity. We have a collection of 50 sample garden designs from which clients may choose. Alternatively, you can discuss with our landscape architect your unique design requirements. Engaging us to do both design and carry out the work results in a saving of around 25%*.
C. Maintenance: Short and long term domestic and commercial garden maintenance is another area of expertise. Currently we maintain five parks for several local city councils. Prices are based on the level of maintenance required and the service period. Maintenance also includes extensive pruning during the winter season. Contracts detail the specific maintenance to be carried out.
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D. Planting: We supply both indoor and outdoor plants. Indoor plants are supplied in tubs and in various sized containers. A variety of fertiliser mixes can also be ordered. Prices vary and are affected by the availability of a particular species. Each variety of plant purchased comes with a ‘how to’ booklet covering such topics as watering, planting locations and other relevant information.
E. Fencing: We are garden fencing specialists. We offer a variety of fencing options – cane, timber, steel and, increasingly, plastic. We can install both permanent and temporary fences as well as sheds. Costing depends on the area to be fenced and the fencing material required.
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Note: Sometimes the weather impacts upon the timeframes given to complete our projects. All formal quotes state that during the wet season a delay of one week is commonplace.
*Saving based on typical costs to engage separate contractors.
Questions 8-10
Look at the list of services A-E offered by the garden maintenance company.
Match each of the statements 8-10 with a statement associated with the service A-E.
List of services
A. Landscaping
B. Landscape Design
C. Maintenance
D. Planting
E. Fencing
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8. The level of challenge affects the price
9. The type of basic material used affects the price.
10. The length of time affects the price.
Questions 11-14
Use no more than TWO WORDS for each answer.
11. The company does work according to their customer’s ……………. .
12. Customers should speak with a ……………. if they have special landscape needs.
13. During the cooler part of the year ……………. is done.
14. ……………. point out that the weather affects project finish dates.
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ANSWERS
1. TRUE
2. NOT GIVEN
3. FALSE
4. TRUE
5. TRUE
6. TRUE
7. FALSE
8. B
9. A
10. C
11. INDIVIDUAL NEEDS
12. LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT
13. EXTENSIVE PRUNING
14. FORMAL QUOTES
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