Whale watching and skinny dipping: three leisurely days on the Tomaree coastal walk
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EN: We use the past simple tense (verb + -ed) to talk about actions that started and finished in the past, often with a specific time like 'in 2023'.
The new park opened in 2022.
EN: New South Wales (NSW) is Australia's most populous state, known for its stunning coastline and national parks. The government frequently develops 'Great Walks' to promote eco-tourism and encourage both locals and tourists to explore the natural beauty of the region.
EN: To describe the length, height, or age of something, we use the pattern: '[Number] + [Unit of measurement] + [Adjective]'. For example, '27 kilometres long' or '5 years old'.
The river is 50 meters wide.
EN: The Tomaree coastal walk is located in New South Wales, Australia. It is a scenic trail known for its beautiful coastal views, whale watching opportunities, and diverse natural landscapes.
EN: The preposition 'through' is used to describe movement from one side of an opening, area, or crowd to the other.
The river flows through the city.
EN: Tomaree National Park is located in the Port Stephens area of New South Wales. The 'mid-north coast' refers to a beautiful subtropical region of the state known for its stunning beaches, national parks, and coastal towns.
EN: The modal verb 'can' is used to express ability or possibility. It is followed by the base form of the verb (infinitive without 'to'). In this sentence, 'can' is followed by two base verbs: 'enjoy' and 'see', connected by 'and'.
You can see beautiful birds in the park.
EN: The mid-north coast of New South Wales is famous for whale migration, particularly humpback whales, which can be spotted from coastal lookouts between May and November.
EN: We use the preposition 'at' for specific points or locations (like 'Shoal Bay'), and 'in' for larger areas, directions, or regions (like 'the north').
The train arrives at the station in the morning.
EN: Shoal Bay is a popular holiday destination in Port Stephens, New South Wales, known for its beautiful white sand beaches and clear waters. It serves as the northern gateway to the Tomaree coastal walk.
EN: Use 'at' for specific points or locations (like 'Anna Bay'), and 'in' for larger areas or directions (like 'the south').
The train stops at the station in the north.
EN: Anna Bay is a coastal suburb in the Port Stephens area, famous for its massive sand dunes (the Stockton Bight Sand Dunes), which are the largest continuous mobile sand dunes in the Southern Hemisphere.
EN: The verb 'take' is used to express the amount of time required to complete an activity. The basic pattern is: 'Something takes [time] for [someone]'.
The flight takes about five hours for travelers.
EN: We use 'There are' to say that two or more things exist in a place. It is followed by a plural noun.
There are many trees in the park.
EN: We use 'can' followed by a basic verb to show that something is possible or allowed.
You can see the beautiful ocean from here.
EN: The pattern 'one of the + plural noun' is used to talk about one specific person, place, or thing within a larger group. The noun that follows must always be plural (with an 's' or 'es'), but the verb in the sentence agrees with 'one' (singular).
She is one of my best friends.
EN: The 'Great Walks of New South Wales' is a curated list of world-class, multi-day walking tracks managed by the government to showcase the state's most spectacular natural landscapes, from coastlines to alpine regions.
EN: Use 'for + noun' to show the purpose or use of something. In this sentence, 'for travel and leisure activities' explains what the 'good choice' is used for.
This book is great for English learners.
EN: The modal verb 'can' is used to express ability or possibility. It is followed by the base form of the verb (in this case, 'see').
You can see the ocean from here.
EN: We use 'There are' to say that more than one person, animal, or thing exists in a place. It is followed by a plural noun.
There are beautiful flowers in the garden.
EN: The Gould's petrel is a rare seabird that breeds mainly on islands near Port Stephens in New South Wales, Australia. It was once highly endangered, but conservation efforts have helped protect its nesting sites.
EN: Use the preposition 'on' when talking about being located on an island.
They live on a small island.
EN: The Gould's petrel (雅氏雪燕) is a rare and threatened seabird. Port Stephens in New South Wales, Australia, is one of the very few places in the world where these birds come to breed, making the local islands critical for their survival.
EN: Using 'One + adjective + noun' as a subject is a common way to introduce a single item from a group of many options. It is followed by a singular verb like 'is'.
One beautiful place in the park is the lake.
EN: Samurai Beach is located in Tomaree National Park and is officially designated as a clothing-optional (nudist) beach. It is known for its beautiful sand dunes and is popular among 4WD (four-wheel drive) enthusiasts and surfers.
EN: The conjunction 'so' is used to connect a cause and a result. The clause before 'so' is the reason, and the clause after 'so' is the outcome.
It was raining, so we stayed at home.
EN: Samurai Beach is officially designated as a clothing-optional (nudist) beach. In Australia, legal nudist beaches are fully accepted by the local community and managed by local councils, offering a space for people to enjoy nature without clothing in a respectful environment.
EN: We use 'has' with singular nouns (like 'the beach') to show possession or features. When connecting two features, we use 'and' to join them.
The park has tall trees and beautiful flowers.
EN: Samurai Beach is famous for its massive sand dunes and active surf, which are characteristic of the coastal landscape in Port Stephens, New South Wales. It is also well-known as a designated clothing-optional (nudist) beach.
EN: Using 'also' to add information. 'Also' usually goes before the main verb (like 'has') to show that something extra is true.
He also speaks French.
EN: The area around Tomaree National Park is rich in history. During World War Two, it served as an important military defense base. Additionally, the Worimi people are the traditional owners of this land, and their Indigenous Australian culture has a deep connection to the coastal landscape, dating back tens of thousands of years.
Key vocabulary words with IPA pronunciation, definitions, example sentences, and interactive quizzes.
Phrases with type tags, bilingual definitions, usage notes, and example sentences.
During a journey or process
The activity of going out on a boat or standing on the coast to see whales in their natural habitat
Hills of sand formed by the wind, especially in a desert or near an ocean