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‘Lucky’ koala rescued from South Eastern Freeway amid traffic chaos
A koala has made a lucky escape after a dash across Adelaide’s South Eastern Freeway, but SA Police has warned drivers not to rescue animals on busy roads.
Key points:
- A koala crossed the South Eastern Freeway on Monday morning
- It is believed to have caused a six-car pile-up on the motorway
- Peak-hour traffic came to a standstill and the koala was rescued
Nadia Tugwell told ABC Radio Adelaide the furry creature ended up travelling in her car after several cars collided on the South Eastern Freeway this morning.
Ms Tugwell said she was driving down the freeway when she noticed cars were slowing down, and was about three cars back from the collision.
“I was minding my own business and next minute I see a little koala between the cars and the…
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