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Brushtail Possum Surprises Passengers at Hobart Airport

3/20/2026

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A living brushtail possum was found in a gift shop at Hobart Airport, Tasmania, Australia, on March 18, 2026.
The animal was spotted among plush toys, including kangaroos and bilbies.
Liam Bloomfield, an airport retail manager, said a passenger alerted staff and the staff were initially skeptical.
A staff member captured a video before the possum left the display, and airport personnel removed the animal.

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Story summary

A living brushtail possum was found in a gift shop at Hobart Airport, Tasmania, Australia, on March 18, 2026.
The animal was spotted among plush toys, including kangaroos and bilbies.
Liam Bloomfield, an airport retail manager, said a passenger alerted staff and the staff were initially skeptical.
A staff member captured a video before the possum left the display, and airport personnel removed the animal.