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Feral pig pinches multiple six-packs of beer and runs riot at Pilbara camp sites
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Posted on 09/11/2013 9:19:51 AM PDT by marthemaria

A booze-stealing feral pig that is wreaking havoc in the Pilbara has prompted a reminder for travellers at camp sites and rest stops to ensure their food and alcohol is secured.

It is believed the animal has drunk up to 18 cans of beer at the DeGrey River rest area, east of Port Hedland, over the past few days.

Fionna Findley says the animal has caused a nuisance, ransacking bin bags left in the area by clean-up crews.

"And when they were talking to some of the road users that were parked over for the night, I think they were camping actually, they said the pig stole their beers, drank them and then afterwards proceeded to tear apart the bin liners.

"And then there was some other people camped right on the river and they saw him running around their vehicle being chased by a cow.

"It was going around and around and then it went into the river and swam across to the middle of the river.

"The people that were camped on the river went across and crept up on it and it was hiding and sleeping under a big log right on the edge of the water.

"It was sort of coming from there for a couple of days but we didn't see it this morning or last night."

It was initially thought the pig stole just a six-pack, but Merida is certain it was more.

"It wasn't six cans, it was about 18 I believe it crunched."

Main Roads is trying to locate the animal.

"It was last seen near the river itself, under a tree," Findley said. "I think it's nursing its head today.

"Our guys aren't equipped to contain or control these wild animals, especially under the influence.

(Excerpt) Read more at abc.net.au ...


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Hehe , Just a silly and funny story.
1 posted on 09/11/2013 9:19:51 AM PDT by marthemaria
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To: marthemaria

I read that as “Federal Pig” when I first glanced at the article...

Which didn’t surprise me...AT ALL...


2 posted on 09/11/2013 9:21:23 AM PDT by GraceG
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To: marthemaria

We had a neighbor growing up that would fatten up hogs for the county fair by taking plastic buckets and filling them with corn and water and letting them set in the sun to ferment for a while.

Happiest fattest hogs at the whole fair!


3 posted on 09/11/2013 9:23:58 AM PDT by GraceG
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To: marthemaria
Australia... How did I know this had to be Australia...


4 posted on 09/11/2013 9:27:00 AM PDT by green pastures (Cynicism-- it's not just for breakfast anymore...)
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To: marthemaria
There's the sow now!


5 posted on 09/11/2013 9:27:22 AM PDT by TexasCajun (Creepy-Ass Cracka -- Don't Call Me Cracker)
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To: marthemaria

Mmmmm...Bacon and beer.


6 posted on 09/11/2013 9:27:24 AM PDT by chemicalman (The more support I see,the harder I want to work,and the more determined I am not to let folks down.)
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To: marthemaria

Helicopter with an AR 15 would take care of that beer swiggin’ deadbeat pig. It is a funny story.


7 posted on 09/11/2013 9:27:43 AM PDT by outinyellowdogcountry
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To: green pastures

Actually if you ask most Aussies, they would say it’s “Australian for ‘piss’.”


8 posted on 09/11/2013 9:28:27 AM PDT by dfwgator
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To: marthemaria

My pig suit fools them every time.


9 posted on 09/11/2013 9:29:18 AM PDT by Conspiracy Guy (To stay calm during these tumultuous times, I take Damitol. Ask your Doctor if it's right for you.)
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To: marthemaria

Sure.....Blame the “Feral Pigs”.

Works every time, Mate.


10 posted on 09/11/2013 9:35:07 AM PDT by left that other site (You Shall Know the Truth, and the Truth Shall Set You Free...John 8:32)
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To: marthemaria

At least there’s no Muslims at that camp site.


11 posted on 09/11/2013 9:37:44 AM PDT by Cicero (Marcus Tullius)
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To: JRandomFreeper

Johnny a friend or should I ask a mortal enemy of yours? ;-)


12 posted on 09/11/2013 9:55:28 AM PDT by Kartographer ("We mutually pledge to each other our lives, our fortunes and our sacred honor.")
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To: Kartographer
It would be dinner if I could catch it. ;)

/johnny

13 posted on 09/11/2013 9:57:38 AM PDT by JRandomFreeper (Gone Galt)
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To: TexasCajun

Somebody got pictures of the feral pig.


14 posted on 09/11/2013 10:08:57 AM PDT by Red in Blue PA (When Injustice becomes Law, Resistance Becomes Duty.-Thomas Jefferson)
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To: JRandomFreeper

Well I say it was already well marinated!


15 posted on 09/11/2013 10:16:43 AM PDT by Kartographer ("We mutually pledge to each other our lives, our fortunes and our sacred honor.")
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To: Dark Wing

ping


16 posted on 09/11/2013 11:07:26 AM PDT by Thud
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To: marthemaria

That pig is now well marinated and ready to be harvested for the BBQ brisket. Meeeeeeeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaaaaatttttttttttt!


17 posted on 09/11/2013 11:20:17 AM PDT by tflabo (Truth or Tyranny)
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To: dfwgator

Yeah, I know... But I was going for a cheap laugh...

;-)


18 posted on 09/11/2013 9:54:18 PM PDT by green pastures (Cynicism-- it's not just for breakfast anymore...)
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