SPECIES: Koala - (Phascolarctos cinerus - but don't call me that to my face. ) - Marsupial

SIZE & WEIGHT: I'm your average male koala but handsomer - (780mm & 12kg)

ABOUT ME: My very great-grandfather was one of the founding animals of Woop-Woop. He was so busy in his life I have taken it upon myself to do all the relaxing he missed out on. In between laying about, I do have a job that I sometimes attend and I am called to sing in our bush band - always good for a few free drinks. Oh yeah, I help Marta (my wife) around the house whenever I can't get out of it.

FAVOURITE FOOD: Eucalypts Leaves (preferably salted and with a beer).

WHERE I LIVE: Up a bonza gum-tree in Woop-Woop. Other Koalas, not so fortunate, tend to live in whatever eucalypts tree they can find on the east side of Australia.

BEST MATE: Well I have to say my wife and kids (or I'd get my block knocked off) but between you and me, I sure like going to the pub with me mate, Punchy Kangaroo.

OCCUPATION: Tour Guide and Lead Singer for bush band Aussie Attitudes.

INTERESTS: Relaxing (it's an art).

DISLIKES: Being disturbed when relaxing.

FAVOURITE AUSSIE WORDS: G'day Mate (short for 'good day'. A typical Aussie greeting)

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SPECIES: Koala - (Phascolarctos cinerus - how distinguished. ) - Marsupial

SIZE & WEIGHT: I'm around your average female koala size and weight who has had five kids and never gets a chance to go to the gym - (715mm & 8kg)

ABOUT ME: I have a very full and rewarding life taking care of my five very excitable children. I was once the lead singer in the bush band Aussie Attitude, but I happily gave it up for the rewarding experience of parenthood. Now my husband, Kool is the lead singer. I don't know where he finds the time - could it be that he leaves me at home with his five screaming brats.

FAVOURITE FOOD: Eucalypts Leaves - chocolate coated.

WHERE I LIVE: I live in a cozy little gum-tree in Woop-Woop. Our cousin Koalas live on the east side of Australia in rather primitive eucalyptus trees - the poor things.

BEST MATE: That's easy, my wonderful husband, Kool.

OCCUPATION: House wife / Homemaker / Cook / Cleaner / laundry Lady / Taxi Driver / Councilor & domestic Goddess.

INTERESTS: Who has the time.

DISLIKES: Don't get me started.

FAVOURITE AUSSIE WORDS: Boil the Billy (to make a cup of tea).

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SPECIES: Laughing Kookaburra - (Dacelo novaeguineae - no joke, that's what they call me. ) - Bird (Kingfisher).

SIZE: I'm am your average sized male Kookaburra - (450 mm)

ABOUT ME: I am one funny kookaburra if I do say so myself. I pride myself on having a joke for every occasion. I keep myself laughing night and day and since I'm the only audience I'm trying to please, I'm always a big hit with my fans - LOL.

FAVOURITE JOKE: What's red and looks like a bucket? A red bucket.

FAVOURITE FOOD: Fresh Fish (and chips).

WHERE I LIVE: I live in a comfy tree in the heart of Woop-Woop. My wild relatives can be found on the east side of Australia and the south of Western Australia.

BEST MATE: My best mate, without a doubt, is Thrilled Lizard. He's always thrilled to hear my latest joke.

OCCUPATION: Full-Time Comedian (No job too big or too small. Call: 555 laughter).

INTERESTS: Joke-telling (at anyone's expense).

DISLIKES: Forgetting how a joke ends.

FAVOURITE AUSSIE WORDS: Happy Little Vegemites (a very happy Aussie).

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SPECIES: Red Kangaroo- (Marcopus rufus - but them's fighting words. ) - Marsupial

SIZE & WEIGHT: I'm a middle weight male Kangaroo - (1150mm & 65kg)

ABOUT ME: I'm all about boxing. When I am not working in the Roo-Bar or playing the drums in the bush band, I'm at the gym practicing for my next bout.

FAVOURITE FOOD: a lean diet of dry grass (goes down well with a beer).

WHERE I LIVE: I live in in the back of my pub - the Roo Bar. My wild cousins tend to live mostly in Australia's hot centre.

BEST MATE: Roomantic's my girlfriend, but girls aren't mates in my book. My oldest mate is Kool.

OCCUPATION: Professional Boxer, Roo-Bar Owner and drummer for Aussie Attitudes.

INTERESTS: Boxing, Boxing, Boxing,& Roomantic.

DISLIKES: Not Boxing.

FAVOURITE AUSSIE WORDS: Tough as fencing wire (means very tough).

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SPECIES: Red Kangaroo- (Marcopus rufus - but call me Roomantic. ) - Marsupial

SIZE & WEIGHT: What a rude question - (1000mm & 26.5kg)

ABOUT ME: I am engaged to be married to Punchy Kangaroo. I love my flower fields and love strolling through the bush. I love nature in all its glory. My favorite flower would have to be the kangaroo paw.

FAVOURITE FOOD: grass salad mixed with green herbs.

WHERE I LIVE: I live in a lovely little cottage in a field filled with wild flowers. My cousins are not so fortunate - they mostly live in Australia's hot centre.

BEST MATE: Easy, my boyfriend Punchy.

OCCUPATION: I own a wild-flower shop, I also teach part-time and I am a backing singer for bush band Aussie Attitudes.

INTERESTS: Flowers, Spring, Romance and Punchy.

DISLIKES: Animals acting like animals.

FAVOURITE AUSSIE WORDS: Whoops-a-daisy (a surprised exclamation).

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SPECIES: Emu- (Dromaius nobaehollandiae - I get tangled up just reading it. ) - Bird

SIZE: I'm your average good looking rooster - (2m)

ABOUT ME: I may not be the most co-ordinated bird but my heart is in the right place. So if any available chicks are reading this, I am currently unattached.

FAVOURITE FOOD: Grubbs & seeds (soaked in rum).

WHERE I LIVE: I have a nice little nest amongst the mulgas. My wild cousins roam Australia wide except Tasmania.

BEST MATE: I'm still seeking my best mate; however, I'm willing to be best mates to the first animal that offers.

OCCUPATION: Bus Driver.

INTERESTS: The ladies.

DISLIKES: Tripping up in front of the ladies.

FAVOURITE AUSSIE WORDS: Stone the crows (an exclamation of surprise)

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SPECIES: Salt water crocodile- (Crocodylus porosus - that's me) - Reptile

SIZE & WEIGHT: I'm a little bit smaller than an average croc (5 metres) must be because of all the aerobics I do.

ABOUT ME: I'll be the first to admit I'm a little bit sensitive and emotional; however, this makes me a perfect choice to be a children's councilor. I just don't understand why all the kids seem so scared to visit me.

FAVOURITE FOOD: My wild cousin crocodiles who live outside Woop-Woop eat meat - but I have chosen to become Australia's first crocodile flower-tarian. Yes, all I eat is flowers: orchids, kangaroo paws, roses, wattles and my favourite banksias. Not only does it keep my teeth white but my breath has a beautiful fragrant aroma.

WHERE I LIVE: I live in a tidy little rock hut near the billabong. It's very peaceful and comfortable .

BEST MATE: My best mate would have to be Roomantic because she's always caring, nice and makes me feel better when I'm sad. She also lets me help her with the gardening. I love planting all the beautiful flowers (I'm sure I would be her boyfriend if Punchy wasn't around).

OCCUPATION: I'm the school councilor. I've must be doing a very good job because none comes up to me with their problems.

INTERESTS: I love cleaning and cooking. I'm a very good cook. I always ask children if they want to stay for dinner but for some reason they scream and run away - they must have forgotten something they had to do.

DISLIKES: insensitive animals.

FAVOURITE AUSSIE WORDS: Fair crack of a whip (means please be reasonable)

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SPECIES: Tasmanian Devil - (Sarcophilus harrisii- what did you call me. ) - Carnivorous Marsupial

SIZE & WEIGHT: I am a young male Tasmanian Devil - (500mm & 5kg)

ABOUT ME: I am a sweet little Tasmanian Devil that always seems to get blamed for everything - even when it's not my fault.

FAVOURITE FOOD: A huge chunk of meat that been rotting in the sun mixed with ice-cream. I also don't mind grubs dipped in honey.

WHERE I LIVE: I live in a hollow log under the ferns in Woop-Woop. My wild relatives all live in Tasmania.

BEST MATE: My best mate would have to be Bratty Blue-tongue because when we are together we are unstoppable.

OCCUPATION: Part-time student / full-time ratbag.

INTERESTS: Being naughty.

DISLIKES: Dobbers. Vegies for dinner. Monthly baths. Waking up early.

FAVOURITE AUSSIE WORDS: she's apples / ripper/ bonza mate (means: way to go)

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