I know it is terrible of me to say but part of me finds this somewhat humorous. I do feel bad for the kids though...
http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/asiapcf/02/27/australia.snake.ap/index.html?iref=mpstoryview
http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/asiapcf/02/27/australia.snake.ap/index.html?iref=mpstoryview