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Man seriously injured in kangaroo attack outside central Queensland home

A man in his 50s was seriously injured by a large kangaroo while walking to his car in Willows, Central Queensland, on Wednesday.
The man suffered severe wounds to his chest and deep lacerations to his arms and was taken to Emerald Hospital before being airlifted to Rockhampton Hospital, where he is in stable condition.
Public warnings have been issued for two large male kangaroos in Willows that may pose a danger, as authorities investigate the incident.
Rick Underhill from Willows Rural Fire Brigade expressed concern for community safety, urging people to avoid feeding kangaroos to prevent future attacks.

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