Australian koalas chill in first class before being flown to Singapore

Australia's national airline, Qantas, has released photos of four koalas living the high-life in first class seats.

The native animals were the stars of the photo shoot a week before they were gifted to the Singapore Zoo on Monday, to mark the country's 50th anniversary of independence

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Although it looks glorious for the furry guys, they were actually transported to Singapore in the plane's cargo hold, like all animals.

The photos posted to Facebook show the koalas, from Lone Pine Sanctuary in Brisbane, being offered treats such as fresh gum leaves, a can of lemonade and a hot towel. One takes a nibble from the branch, while the others appear perplexed at what to do with a hot towel. Read more...

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