The Troublemaking Duo

Two mischievous emus have earned themselves a lifetime ban from a hotel in the tiny Australian town of Yaraka. Kevin and Carol became such regular troublemakers that the owners had to install a special barrier to keep them out.

Despite being banned from the building, these feathered outlaws remain among the most popular residents in town. That's saying something in Yaraka, which has a total population of just 20 people.

From Local Pets to Hotel Crashers

Kevin and Carol grew up in the area with locals always looking after them. The family-owned Yaraka Hotel serves as one of the main businesses in this small community, and for a while, these emus were welcome guests.

That changed when the clever birds taught themselves to climb stairs so they could enter through the hotel's front door. What started as amusing visits quickly turned problematic.

Bad Behavior Behind the Counter

Once inside, the emus would help themselves to customers' coffee and treats without permission. They even made their way behind the counter, acting as if they owned the place themselves.

The final straw came when it became clear that Kevin and Carol had never learned proper manners - they didn't clean up after themselves. This messy behavior forced the hotel owners to take action.

The Official Ban

The Yaraka Hotel placed an official ban on the birds, posting a sign by the door explaining the situation. Since emus can't read, the owners also installed a plastic chain barrier to keep them out physically.

Fortunately, Kevin and Carol didn't take the rejection personally. After their ban, they spent less time in the center of town. Locals later spotted them in the nearby hills with four chicks, suggesting they've moved on to family life.

Still Local Celebrities

Despite their troublemaking ways, Kevin and Carol remain beloved members of the Yaraka community. They're always a welcome sight around town - just not inside the hotel anymore.

The emus have become something of local celebrities, with visitors often hoping to catch a glimpse of the birds who were just too wild for hotel life. Their spirit and antics have put tiny Yaraka on the map in a way few small towns experience.