Viral lookout swamped: locals dump roadkill to stop the crowds

Milky Way Point, a scenic lookout near Melbourne, went viral on social media. Hundreds of tourists came to see a dead tree called Hangs Tree. Visitors left rubbish everywhere and trespassed on private land. Locals are now dumping dead kangaroos and wombats on the access road to keep visitors away.

Why it mattersViral social media can overwhelm rural communities. A sudden influx of visitors can damage private property and disrupt residents' lives.

AustraliaRural Victoria residents are battling a wave of unwanted tourism and property damage from social media fame, forcing them to take unconventional measures to protect their privacy and safety.

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