30日間オーストラリア英語 — 13日目
ファームワーク
Perth, the capital of Western Australia, is one of the most isolated major cities in the world, yet it has become a popular destination for working holiday makers from Japan and other countries. Many young travellers are drawn to Perth not only for its stunning beaches and relaxed lifestyle but also for the farm work opportunities that can extend their Australian visa. Under the Australian government's working holiday programme, participants who complete eighty-eight days of specified regional work — which includes fruit picking, cattle farming, and crop harvesting — are eligible to apply for a second-year visa. Were it not for this incentive, far fewer international visitors would venture into the remote agricultural regions surrounding Perth. The work itself is physically demanding and not without its challenges. Temperatures in rural Western Australia can exceed forty degrees Celsius during summer, and the labour is often repetitive. Nevertheless, those who have completed farm work frequently describe it as one of the most transformative experiences of their lives. It is through this demanding work that many young people develop resilience, independence, and a profound appreciation for rural Australian culture.
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Q: ファームワークを88日間完了すると、何が可能になりますか？
If I had been told before arriving in Australia that I would spend three months picking grapes in Margaret River, I would have thought it absurd. Yet looking back, I can honestly say it was the experience that shaped my time in Australia more than anything else. The farm, located approximately three hours south of Perth, was surrounded by rolling vineyards and ancient karri forests. Our typical day began at five-thirty in the morning, before the heat became unbearable. The farm owner, a weathered but generous man named Doug, treated us as though we were members of his own family. Had he not been so supportive, many of us would have given up during the first week. The work was exhausting — bending, cutting, and carrying crates under the scorching sun — but the camaraderie among the workers was extraordinary. People from Japan, Korea, France, and Brazil worked side by side, sharing meals and stories under the stars each evening. Were I given the chance to do it all over again, I would accept without a moment's hesitation. The physical hardship taught me more about myself than any textbook ever could.
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Q: 筆者がファームワークの経験を肯定的に振り返る最大の理由は何ですか？
日本国籍の18〜30歳は、オーストラリアのワーキングホリデービザ（サブクラス417）を申請できます。ファームワーク88日間で2年目、さらに6ヶ月で3年目のビザ延長が可能です。仕事探しは Harvest Trail（政府の農業求人サイト）や Gumtree（オーストラリアの掲示板）を使うのが一般的です。
'It is through this demanding work that many young people develop resilience.' はいわゆる強調構文です。'Many young people develop resilience through this demanding work.' の through... の部分を強調しています。It is/was + 強調部分 + that... の形に慣れましょう。
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Q: 旅行者が宿泊施設について「豪華でなくてよかった」と考えた理由は何ですか？
今日のそのまま使える表現3つ
Key Sentencesを並べ替えて作ってみよう
Q1: 「この厳しい仕事を通じて多くの若者が回復力を身につける。」
Q2: 「もし彼がそれほど協力的でなかったら、私たちの多くは最初の週に諦めていただろう。」
Q3: 「早く摘めば摘むほど、稼ぎが増える。」
今日のことを3行で書いてみよう
💡 今日の会話や文をマネしてOK！わからない英語は日本語のままで大丈夫。