Of the race that was run by a Boomer, Run in a single burst—only event of its kind— Started by big God Noong from Warrigaborrigarooma, Old man Kangaroo first: Yellow-Dog Dingo behind. . . . —Kipling.

With their distinctive appearance, trademark bounce, and babies in pouches, kangaroos are Australia's most iconic marsupial. But kangaroo life isn't without its challenges: Predators like the dingo or ...