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Latest IELTS questions from Australia – January 2026 (General Training)

Latest IELTS General Training Questions Australia January 2026

Many thanks to our student K.G. for sharing the writing questions he remembered from a recent IELTS exam in Australia.

IELTS Writing Test – General Training

Writing task 1 (a letter)

You recently had an accident in a supermarket. Write a letter to the supermarket manager. In your letter:

– describe what happened
– explain how the staff helped you
– suggest ways the supermarket could prevent similar accidents in the future.

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

In some countries, children begin school at the age of four, while in others they start at the age of seven.

What is the situation in your country? What do you think is the best age for children to start school?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

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