Death by pinecone, although humorous, is a real issue in certain parts of Australia.
Much of the Bunya forests were cleared for timber, but there are still trees around. As well as being a giant cone, they have giant Bunya Nuts (pine nuts) inside, which are delicious and were a staple food for Aboriginal people in the past.
You can eat the fresh nuts raw, or baked in an oven in their shells - somewhat like a chestnut.
Great with butter and salt !
So yo have the dilemma - stay safe, or collect the nuts !